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$72k – $109k per year
Location
In office (Broken Arrow)
Seniority
Staff
Visa
No sponsorship (stated in the posting)
Employment
Full-Time

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 19, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 13, 2026.

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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.

Career Area:

Manufacturing

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.

Responsibilities

  • Work in a safe manner
  • Utilize NX CAD/CAM software to create process plans and NC programs for turbine engine and gas compressor components.
  • Create routing and BOM’s in MRP system (Infor BAAN)
  • Develop and document manufacturing processes
  • Work with shop floor to improve programs and processes
  • Work with Manufacturing Engineering and Operations to implement new products
  • Design work holding for machining centers and lathes using NX CAD/CAM Software
  • Work with QA department to develop inspection plans for new parts
  • Facilitate disposition of non-conforming parts

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in technical discipline or equivalent experience
  • Modeling experience (NX preferred)
  • Exposure to multi-axis NC programming using a solid model-based CAD/CAM system
  • Experience supporting model-based definition parts
  • Ability to work hands on with shop floor
  • Ability to read/understand blueprints and GD&T
  • Demonstrate good problem solving, analytical thinking, and decision making
  • Experience designing fixtures with solid modeling CAD software (NX preferred)
  • Machining background
  • Ability to read and understand G-code programs
  • Strong work ethic
  • Must possess good interpersonal skills to work with key stake holders.
  • Works well with team and individually

Preferred Software

  • Siemens NX
  • Vericut
  • Autocad
  • MS office

This position does not offer a full time remote option. We will not provide relocation 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.

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-relatedknowledge, 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:

October 13, 2026 - November 16, 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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