Posted:
1/15/2026, 8:27:12 AM
Location(s):
San Diego, California, United States ⋅ California, United States
Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior
Field(s):
Mechanical Engineering
Career Area:
OperationsJob 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.
About the Role:
Perform assembly and disassembly of various engines and their assemblies, accessory units , and driven equipment . Build complete engines and driven equipment prior to and after testing. Perform overhaul of engines, packages, and assemblies. Perform balancing of rotating parts and assemblies.
What You Will Do:
Assemble, tear down, reassemble, and rework complete engines, assemblies, subassemblies, accessory units, and driven equipment.
Utilizing a working knowledge of turbomachinery products and working from operational paper, blueprints, written and/or oral instructions, or photographs. Disassemble and rebuild any Solar or customer turbomachinery product.
Balance a variety of parts, assemblies, and subassemblies to Solar standards.
Change accessible filters and lubricate own machine tools as required.
What You Have:
High School diploma, GED or equivalent
Minimum 1 year of experience using power tools and other equipment to perform troubleshooting, repair, and installation.
Understanding of engineering schematics and blueprints
Experience using general repair tools and equipment
Ability to work overtime as needed
Willingness to work any shift.
Preferred Qualifications:
3-5 years of mechanical experience on Turbine equipment, installation, repair, and maintenance.
Trade school Certificate/Diploma
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. 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, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.
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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Website: https://caterpillar.com/
Headquarter Location: Peoria Heights, Illinois, United States
Employee Count: 10001+
Year Founded: 1925
IPO Status: Public
Last Funding Type: Grant
Industries: Construction ⋅ Machinery Manufacturing ⋅ Manufacturing ⋅ Mechanical Engineering