Process Controls Engineer (Gas Compressors)

Career Area: Job Description: Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. The Process Control Engineer at Solar Turbines is responsible for developing and implementing the control system design for Balance of Plant equipment, compressor anti-surge valve sizing and system design, and developing process control schemes for Solar’s gas turbine and electric motor-driven compressor sets. This position interfaces with Solar’s Business Development and Business Management teams, and directly with customers to lead the implementation of customer requirements in collaboration with a project design engineering team. This position requires providing technical support to Business Management during customer meetings, design reviews and Hazard & Operability Study (HAZOP) discussions, which requires the ability to travel to domestic and international customer locations. Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to: Develop and document control strategies of balance of plant equipment and process control for gas turbine- and electric motor-driven compressors Develop and document compressor anti-surge valve sizing and system design specifications Lead Balance of Plant Design Reviews with Solar cross-functional engineering team Provide technical expertise during design review meetings with customers Design RSLogix PLC software and HMI screens related to controlling balance of plant equipment Up to 30% business travel What You Need To Have: Educational background Bachelors Degree in Engineering Technical Excellence Minimum seven (7) years of experience working with turbomachinery and centrifugal compressors Demonstrated ability to quickly master complex systems and tools Effective Communication Clearly articulates orally and in writing with the ability to translate technical issues and requirements to customers and stakeholders+ Top Candidates Will Have: Technical Excellence Understanding of PLC programming in RSLogix and Windows-based HMI systems Understanding of typical compressor applications in the oil & gas industry Deep knowledge of turbomachinery and centrifugal compressor process control systems Experience with compressor balance of plant equipment and yard valve control programming Experience interpreting electrical schematics and piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&ID) Experience with customer applications utilizing turbomachinery Experience with testing software Experience in developing functional specification for balance of plant equipment Working with Others Field experience Direct experience working with Customers Works collaboratively with cross-functional teams Relocation: Domestic relocation assistance may be offered. Summary Pay Range: $128,470.00 - $171,00.00 Compensation and benefits offered 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 * These benefits also apply to part-time employees This position requires working onsite five days a week. Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. #LI42570 #Engineering #controlsengineering This position requires working onsite five days a week. Relocation is available for this position. Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. Posting Dates: Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen. Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community. Powering the future through innovative, sustainable energy solutions. Solar Turbines Incorporated, headquartered in San Diego, California, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Caterpillar Inc. Solar manufactures the world’s most widely used family of mid-sized industrial gas turbines, ranging from 1 to 39 megawatts. More than 16,000 Solar units are operating in more than 100 countries with more than 3 billion operating hours. Solar is a leading provider of energy solutions, featuring an extensive line of gas turbine-powered compressor sets, mechanical drive packages, and generator sets. Solar’s customers put the company’s products to work in many areas, including production, processing and pipeline transmission of natural gas and crude oil, and generation of electricity and thermal energy for processing applications, such as manufacturing chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and food products. Solar’s foundation is people and Solar’s culture is one where individual contributions are valued, diversity in the workplace is encouraged, and safety is emphasized in all aspects of the business. Solar Turbines is comprised of a dedicated and multi-talented workforce of more than 9,000 employees with decades of experience working as a global team.