NPI Entry Level Rotational Engineer

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. Program Goals: Begin building technical foundation Provide challenging assignments Create broad exposure to Solar Turbines organization and application Acquire gas turbine product knowledge Develop enterprise perspective Begin network building Preparation for a challenging and rewarding engineering career Each program consists of two (2) to four (4) rotations with a Four to Six-month duration in departments such as: Mechanical Design Mechanical Design Methods Combustion Heat Transfer Compressor Aero Turbine Aero Materials & Processes Development Test Aftermarket Engineering Performance Customer Services During the candidate selection process, the candidate will be selected for a particular functional department that leverages their current skill set and future interests, rotations will be a combination of departments/roles that will supplement final placement and candidate preference to stretch and learn and upon completion of the program the selected candidate joins the selected department. Minimum Qualifications: In the process of obtaining or have obtained a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in an accredited engineering program such as Mechanical, Aerospace, Chemistry, ect Overall GPA of 2.8 on a 4.0 scale. Previous Internship and/or relevant work experience. Technical knowledge of engineering fundamentals. Must be able and willing to relocate to San Diego, CA and be in office full time. Ideal for those building foundational skills in this field, generally within the first 0–2 years of their career Preferred Qualifications: Experience (Course work or internship) in turbomachinery concepts, designs, maintenance High energy level and sense of urgency. Good business / technical judgment. Ability to handle multiple priorities for a variety of tasks. Previous co-op or Internship experience. Problem solving skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Compensation & Benefits Base salary for this role ranges from $92,500, to $118,000. 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 #2026ETPosting 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: June 4, 2026 - June 10, 2026 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.