2025 Entry Level Advanced Engineering Specialist (Master or PhD) – Turbomachinery Technology and New Product Introduction Engineering

Career Area:

Engineering

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 Turbomachinery New Product Introduction and Technology Group is looking for the next generation of highly capable and competent advanced degree engineers in the data science, combustion, or gas turbine aerodynamic fields. 

The successful candidate would start as part of an Engineering Rotation Program cohort that is designed to provide a strong foundation for the individual.  The rotations are carefully selected based on the individual and the organization’s needs and designed to support the successful future in the New Product Introduction Team.    

The rotation would consist of three (3) challenging 16 – 20-week rotations in departments that enhance the candidates understanding of the enterprise, expand product knowledge and learn Solar’s design processes.   

Minimum Qualifications: 

• In the process of obtaining or have obtained a Master or PhD degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science or Engineering, with a specialization in combustion technology, data science, or turbomachinery aerodynamics   

• Overall GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale 

• 0-3 years of industry experience or direct applied research 

• Previous Internship and/or relevant work/research experience 

• Technical knowledge of engineering fundamentals 

• Must be able and willing to relocate to San Diego, CA 

 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience with Gas Turbine technology  

• High energy level and sense of urgency 

• Good business / technical judgment 

• Ability to handle multiple priorities for a variety of tasks 

• Problem solving skills 

• Strong verbal and written communication skills 

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary for this role ranges from $78,936, to $115,627. 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

*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines

Relocation:

There is partial available relocation for this role

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Relocation is available for this position.