M&PE laboratory Technician

Career Area:

Operations

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.

Job Description

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 35 megawatts. Solar is a leading provider of energy solutions, featuring an extensive line of gas turbine-powered compressor sets, generator sets and mechanical drives. When you join Solar, 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. Along with our customers and the communities we work and live in, we are building a better world for tomorrow.

Job Summary:

This position, in the Materials & Process Engineering department, provides a variety of challenging opportunities for working in multiple materials laboratories supporting test, and analysis activities related to materials research and investigations. The position will report to the Materials & Process Engineering Laboratory Group Manager. This position is in our San Diego headquarters.

Principal Accountabilities:

This position is cross-functional in nature and requires strong interaction with Solar's design engineering, and manufacturing organizations. The successful candidate is expected to collaborate with the Materials & Process Engineering Laboratory team and be willing to execute work in multiple of its labs. Principal responsibilities include

• Prepare and test samples of materials to provide results for customer review.
• Assist lab operation process development and improvements of one-off parts to test and/or evaluate material properties.
• Assist with operation, maintenance, calibration, and purchasing of new lab equipment and technology used to complete customer requests.
• Assist with managing lab consumables and ensure adequate amounts are available to complete all required jobs.
• Assist with lab maintenance and administrative activities such as submitting and coordinating requests with IT, Admins, Vendors, Suppliers, Maintenance, and Facilities
• Ability to identify and address safety hazards by updating Codes of Safe Practices and Work Instructions to ensure a safe working environment.
  
  

Basic Qualifications:

• Associates or Technologist Degree, or High School Degree with a minimum of 5 years relevant experience
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbally
• Computer skills and experience with O365 applications
  
  

Top candidates Have:

• Experience with laboratory equipment and techniques
• Working knowledge of safety procedures
• Ability to work with precision and attention to detail
• Ability to use precision measurement tools
  
  

Summary Pay Range:

$72,360.00 - $108,540.00

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.

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.

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