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$46k – $57k per year
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Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 28, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 26, 2026. Solar Turbines scores A on the Alion truth index.

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Solar Turbines is a Caterpillar subsidiary headquartered in San Diego, California, that designs, manufactures and services industrial gas turbines, compressor sets and power generation packages used in oil and gas, power and industrial applications. Founded in 1927 as an aircraft company and owned by Caterpillar since 1981, it runs manufacturing, overhaul and field service operations in the US, Mexico and Europe, with sales and service offices in Latin America, Africa, the Middle East and Asia. Its openings cover engine and sheet metal mechanics, overhaul and field service technicians, supplier and industrial engineers, buyers, logistics and proposal staff.

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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.

Complete low level assignments related to routine refurbishment, modification, and rework of gas turbine engine packages. Applies limited knowledge of refurbishment, mechanics, or electronics to support more experienced team members. In turn, acquires additional skills and knowledge about turbomachinery systems, packages, and the refurbishment process.

Salary Range: $45,809.00 - $57,261.00

What you will do:

Applies basic electronic or mechanical knowledge to execute tasks, assist higher level technicians, participate in team assignments to update and refurbish packages to customer specifications. Works under close supervision using verbal instructions and some engineering documentation as guidance. Learns to use shop equipment, bench tools, hand tools, and inspection equipment. Assignments could include (but are not limited to) any of the following activities:

1.Tearing down packages and parts received from customer or other Solar locations, cleaning and preparing same for refurbishment.

2.Determining if parts are reusable, locating replacement parts from any of several possible locations. Reassembling sections of the package.

3.Preparing parts for painting, preparing the paint booth, and completing paint activities.

4.Learning and performing duties related to the small components area.

5.Applies increasing knowledge base of electronics to assemble package controls, referring to specification sheets and engineering drawings to update old systems with the new technology.

6.Applies increasing knowledge of mechanical assembly to work package parts, per customer requirements.

What you will have:

  • Must be able to learn team skills and apply them to the assignments given, working in a teaming environment.
  • Some exposure to mechanics or electronics, or familiarity with shop floor procedures is strongly preferred.
  • Formal courses at the high school level or junior college in electronics, hydraulics, mechanics, shop procedures, or the equivalent in work experience is necessary.

What will set you apart:

  • Prior/current exposure to Solar Turbines manufacturing environment
  • Experience with Solar Turbines process and SOP's
This position requires working onsite five days a week.Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:

October 26, 2026 - November 1, 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.

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