Test & Validation Senior Associate Technologist – Electric Power

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Engineering

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Caterpillar's Electric Power Division (EPD) offers integrated solutions, parts, and services to meet the needs of our various commercial and industrial electric power customers. EPD supports a wide range of customer applications across the globe, including providing back‑up power to hospitals, providing emergency power when natural disasters strike, and supporting critical infrastructure for data centers, municipalities, and more. With a rich history of more than 95 years in the electric power business, our team has world‑class expertise and a proven ability to adapt to changing demands.

We’re committed to providing sustainable and reliable solutions to our customers. Join our team to help build a better, more sustainable world for future generations!

As a Test & Validation Senior Associate Technologist with Caterpillar’s Electric Power Division
, you’ll play a critical hands‑on role ensuring the reliability and performance of our large-engine power systems supporting mission‑critical data centers. In this field‑based position, you’ll travel extensively to conduct on‑site testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of complex engine packages, directly influencing product quality and customer satisfaction. Customers and dealers will rely on your expertise as you represent Caterpillar on‑site and resolve real‑world technical challenges.

This role is ideal for an experienced engine professional who enjoys autonomy, problem‑solving, and making an immediate impact in dynamic environments.

• Perform on‑site testing, validation, and commissioning of large engine packages used in data center backup power applications, ensuring safe and accurate execution of test plans
• Analyze test data, interpret results, document findings, and drive closure of issues identified during field validation activities
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, controls, and package‑related issues at customer and dealer sites, escalating complex issues to internal engineering teams when appropriate
• Utilize Caterpillar ET and general test equipment to perform diagnostics, capture performance data, and validate corrective actions
• Resolve issues tied to design or manufacturing, and ensure products meet design acceptance and manufacturing readiness expectations
• Support engine and package startup and commissioning activities across field locations throughout the U.S. and Canada
• Monitor machine and system performance, test results, and reliability trends; provide recommendations to improve product capability, field performance, or validation processes
• Participate in the adoption of new technologies, automation tools, robotics, and improved test or manufacturing processes to support efficiency, quality, and cost reduction initiatives
• Improve and refine testing procedures and operations to make testing more reliable, efficient, and cost‑effective
• Collaborate closely with electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, project leaders, and integrators to address and close out field issues identified during testing or commissioning
• Serve as Caterpillar’s on‑site representative, maintaining clear, professional, and customer‑focused communication with dealers and end customers throughout testing and troubleshooting activities
• Follow all safety protocols and site requirements while working in data center and industrial environments

• Product Testing: Working knowledge of product testing approaches, techniques and tools; ability to design, plan and execute testing strategies and tactics to ensure product quality at all stages of manufacturing.
  • Documents test process and results;…