Staff Engineer

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.

Solar Turbines is known for creating industry-leading gas turbines; however, there is so much more that goes on behind the scenes.

At Solar, our teams work collaboratively to design and deliver reliable and safe products that continue to exceed our customers' expectations. We understand that different perspectives generate productivity, strong work culture, and a best-in-class environment.

Our ONE TEAM approach enables us to deliver leading edge solutions and products that help power the future.

Why you want the job and why it's awesome
We are looking for a dynamic Engineer to provide enterprise-wide Product Certification support critical for project execution. This engineer will provide support to Solar's Project Design Engineering and Business Management groups in Oil & Gas and Power Generation, as well as Package Systems Operations in the execution of sales orders. In collaboration with Project Design Engineers, the Staff Product Certification Engineer is responsible for ensuring product safety and compliance to rules and regulations, as well as listed codes and industry standards applicable to Solar's product offerings and applications, for national and international markets.

This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with a strong background in quality documentation and a passion for ensuring global compliance.

What you will do:

• Support the application of safety and compliance principles in the Product Certification process.
• Research and develop a working knowledge of applicable codes & standards for both established and emerging markets (e.g. US, Canada, EU, Australia, EAEU, China, India, Brazil, etc.).
• Develop a global perspective on product safety, product compliance and certification requirements to support team members in sales order execution activities.
• Provide support to Package Design Engineering in support of production, manufacturing, and commissioning.
• Support the preparation and release of certification documentation for global markets.
• Coordinate with third-party certification bodies and auditors to ensure compliance with national and international standards.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing required documentation.
• Collaborate with internal teams including Business Management, Package Design Engineering, and Quality to ensure timely and accurate documentation.
• Maintain and improve documentation systems and databases (e.g. Certified Device List Tool and Database, SharePoint, Windchill)
• Assist in the development and maintenance of Certified Device Lists and related compliance records.
• Exhibit solid communication skills (verbal and written)

What you need to have:

• Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent experience in quality assurance, certification documentation, or engineering support roles will be considered.
• 2+ years of experience in quality documentation certification compliance, or engineering support in a technical environment

Top Candidates will also have:

• Experience coordinating certification documentation and audits
• Experience supporting cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, deadline-drive environment
• Familiarity with international standards and compliance documentation
• Strong organizational skills across cross-functional teams
• Proficiency in tools such as SharePoint, Windchill, and Power BI

About Caterpillar
Caterpillar Inc. is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we've been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Summary Pay Range:
$76, $114,814.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, 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. 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

Posting Dates:
October 17, October 31, 2025

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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