Caterpillar, Inc

Test Technician ll

Caterpillar, Inc$76K — $114K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of technician experience in turbomachinery testing or metrology
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Familiarity with Solar's turbomachinery products
  • Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work 2nd shift

Responsibilities

  • Plan, schedule and execute complex testing operations
  • Develop independent solutions to technical problems
  • Enhance established processes with technical training
  • Conduct advanced equipment calibration activities
  • Document and analyze test or calibration results
  • Coach peers on EHS procedures and promote safety

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Paid time off (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer)
  • 401(k) savings plans
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Career Development opportunities
  • Incentive bonus and sign-on bonus
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Life Insurance and Disability benefits
  • Parental leave and Adoption benefits
Full Job Description
Career Area:

Job Description:

The individual works as a key member of a team supporting the development testing and evaluation of turbomachinery products. The individual requires minimal technical direction on a broad range of technical assignments, some requiring solutions to difficult technical problems. Individual exhibits full proficiency in planning, scheduling and executing complex measurement science or turbomachinery testing operations and is considered a key technical resource for a given project or assignment.

The individual is regarded as a primary team member, possessing considerable knowledge in specific areas of test or measurement sciences. The individual is accountable for sound judgment, delivering high-quality results and implementing corrective actions to resolve technical problems during all phases of testing operations. Impact of decisions may affect key projects or program deliverables.

NATURE AND SCOPE
  • Full proficiency in planning, scheduling and executing complex work assignments.
  • Develops solutions to technical problems independently.
  • Thorough understanding and application of measurement science or turbomachinery testing fundamentals.
  • Routinely applies technical training to improve established processes.
  • Fully proficient in most aspects of metrology or turbomachinery test activities, often working on new product or process developments.
  • Applies basic engineering and analytical principals to validate data and work task results.


PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
  • Understands and complies with company EHS procedures and coaches peers for safety.
  • Exhibits advanced troubleshooting abilities.
  • Applies innovative approaches to technical problems and develop new methods and techniques.
  • Develops new approaches when established and proven procedures do not exist.
  • Operates complex equipment or conducts advanced equipment calibration activities.
  • Independently performs and documents test or calibration results, identifying sources and resolving anomalous experimental results.


QUALIFICATIONS
  • The position requires at least 2 years of applicable technician experience and training with demonstrated knowledge of Solar's turbomachinery products, with emphasis on testing or metrology methods.
  • High school diploma or equivalent experience
  • Must be able to work 2nd shift


PREFERRED
  • Experience in engine mechanical work, with turbine engine test experience

Compensation Grade Range:

$36.80- $55.20

Compensation and benefits may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market, location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
  • Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
  • 401(k) savings plans*
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)*
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
  • Health Lifestyle Programs*
  • Employee Assistance Program*
  • Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
  • Career Development*
  • Incentive bonus*
  • Disability benefits
  • Life Insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Adoption benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Sign on bonus


This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Payroll transfer is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:
August 3, 2026 - August 10, 2026

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

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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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