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Solar Turbines

2026 Solutions.Platforms.Engineered. (SPE) Entry Level Rotation Program.

Solar Turbines, San Diego, California, United States, 92189

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Overview 2026 Solutions.Platforms.Engineered. (SPE) Entry Level Rotation Program

at Solar Turbines. This position is part of the SPE Entry Level Rotation Program to develop well-rounded and highly competent engineers through a multi-rotation program.

Program Goals

Begin building technical foundation

Provide challenging assignments

Create broad exposure to Solar Turbines

Acquire product knowledge

Develop enterprise perspective

Begin network building

Build pride and engagement

Preparation for a challenging and rewarding engineering career

Rotations Rotations assignments vary and are decided upon between management and the employee based on business needs. Work assignments can range from assisting in product development, software development, hands-on shop floor experiences, to systems or mechanical design. Each program consists of four (4) six-month rotations in departments such as:

Systems Development

Product Maintenance

New Product Introduction

Software Development

HMI Display

Package Controls Design

Mechanical Design

Product Certification

Hydro-Mechanical Design

Interfacing with critical non-engineering roles to understand our product life cycle and how the business runs. Near the end of the rotation program, management aligns engineering needs with the department for the Long-Term Assignment.

Minimum qualifications

Minimum of a Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering.

Minimum overall GPA of at least 2.8 on a 4.0 scale.

0-3 years of related experience.

Previous internship and/or relevant work experience in an engineering field.

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

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to work in a cross-functional team environment.

High energy level and sense of urgency.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Good business / technical judgment.

Ability to handle multiple priorities for a variety of tasks.

Ideal for those building foundational skills in this field, generally within the first 0–2 years of their career.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary for this role ranges from $92,500 to $118,000. Actual salary based on experience.

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

Posting Dates: September 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025

This position requires working onsite five days a week. Relocation is available for this position. Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require sponsorship tied to a specific employer. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

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Seniority level

Internship

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Sales and Business Development

Industries

Oil and Gas

Equal Opportunity Employer statements are included as part of our posting and apply to all applicants.

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