Caterpillar, Inc

Test Technician

Caterpillar, Inc • $80K — $120K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in turbomachinery testing and metrology methods.
  • Associates' degree or equivalent technical training.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Solar's products.
  • Expertise in troubleshooting and technical judgment.
  • Ability to mentor and train lower grade technicians.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and coordinate complex work assignments independently or within a team.
  • Provide direction and coordination to test technicians on projects.
  • Solve difficult technical problems and develop new procedures.
  • Evaluate and introduce new equipment to improve safety and quality.
  • Conduct calibration and maintenance of testing equipment.

Benefits

  • Annual incentive bonus plan.
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one.
  • Comprehensive paid time off plan including vacation and holidays.
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Health savings account (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA).
  • Short and long-term disability coverage and life insurance.
  • Career development opportunities.
  • Employee Assistance Programs and employee discounts.
Full Job Description
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Job Description:

The individual works independently, or as a key member of a develop team to support the development testing and evaluation of turbomachinery products. Individual plans and coordinates complex work assignments and department projects with minimal technical direction and routinely applies advanced technical training, procedures and equipment to support test or metrology activities. Individual develops written test, calibration, operation and maintenance procedures and trains fellow technicians in lower salary grade positions.

DIMENSIONS

The individual is regarded as a department-recognized technical authority, possessing comprehensive knowledge one or more areas of test or measurement sciences. Responsibilities involve operation, calibration or maintenance of equipment required to support production, development, first article and NPI products, performing fabrication, setup, installation, and evaluation functions in support of engineering projects. Impact of decisions will affect key projects or program deliverables.

NATURE AND SCOPE
  • Provides direction to test technicians and coordination of complex work assignments and department projects.
  • Coordinates work between various projects to support testing objectives and prioritizes inputs from competing interests.
  • Frequently required to develop solutions to difficult technical problems. • Develops new techniques or procedures and evaluates and introduces new equipment to enhance safety, quality and velocity.
  • Troubleshoots difficult technical issues.
  • Transitions between related work areas to make significant contributions.
  • Applies fundamentals of data evaluation, error and uncertainty analysis and equipment calibration fundamentals.


PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
  • Understands, complies and advocates company EHS procedures and frequently coaches others for safety.
  • Plans and coordinates complex work assignments and department projects independently or as a member of a team.
  • Demonstrates sound technical judgment and troubleshooting skills to resolve complex technical problems.
  • Serves as the department focal point for expertise and knowledge in at least one key skill areas.
  • Trains and mentors lower salary grade technicians. Relied upon to apply refined, specialized technical expertise.


QUALIFICATIONS
  • The position requires 5+ years of applicable technician experience and training with demonstrated knowledge of Solar's turbomachinery products, with emphasis on testing and/or metrology methods.
  • Applicable technical Associates' degree, or equivalent.


Compensation & Benefits

$38.74-$58.10

Actual salary will be based on experience. The total rewards package, beyond base salary includes:
  • Annual incentive bonus plan*
  • Medical, dental and vision coverage starting day 1
  • Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)
  • 401(k) Savings Plan including company match
  • Health savings account (HSA)
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
  • Short and long-term disability coverage
  • Life Insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
  • Career Development

*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines

This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as H, L, TN, F, J, E,

Posting Dates:
September 24, 2026 - October 8, 2026

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

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About Caterpillar, Inc

Progress Rail Services Corporation, a Caterpillar company, is one of the largest integrated and diversified suppliers of railroad and transit system products and services worldwide. Since its acquisition by Caterpillar Inc. in 2006, Progress Rail has used the Caterpillar international footprint to gain quick and widespread notice and approval across the globe. Product technology, reliability and durability, along with legendary aftermarket parts and service support, have been their keys to success. Caterpillar is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines and industrial gas turbines. The technology and world reach of Caterpillar, combined with the service standard and historical reliability of Progress Rail, ensures their products and services make a growing impact on the world rail industry. With their acquisition of Electro-Motive Diesel (EMD), Progress Rail is the world's largest builder of diesel-electric locomotives for all commercial railroad applications including freight, intercity passenger, commuter, switching, industrial and mining. EMD is also a global provider of diesel power engines for marine propulsion, offshore and land based oil well drilling rigs and stationary power generation. Electro-Motive is the only diesel engine manufacturer of its size to have produced more than 70,000 engines. This success stems from product reliability, serviceability, load acceptance capability, low operating costs and ease of maintenance with standardized components.

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Learn more about Caterpillar, Inc
Size
107,700 employees
Market Cap
$125.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.9 billion
Founded
1925
5 Year Trend
+5.8%
Revenue
$41.7 billion
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