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2026 Solutions.Platforms.Engineered. (SPE) Entry Level Rotation Program. page is loaded 2026 Solutions.Platforms.Engineered. (SPE) Entry Level Rotation Program. Apply locations San Diego, California posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R0000316308 Career Area: Engineering Job Description: Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you'rejoining 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'tjust 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. This position is part of our Solutions.Platforms.Engineered. (SPE) Entry Level Rotation Program. TheSPE Engineer Rotation Program provides the foundation for the future success of Solar Turbines engineers and the future success of the organization. The purpose of the program is to start the development and training of the next generation of well-rounded and highly competent engineers through an engineering 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: Rotation assignments vary for each individual and are decided upon between management and the employee based on the needs of the business. 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 develop an understanding of our product life cycle and how the business runs. Once the rotation program is nearing the end, management works with the engineer to align engineering organizational needs with which department they want to join for their 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. Compensation & Benefits Base salary for this role ranges from $92,500, to $118,000. Actual salary will be based on experience. The total rewards package, beyond base salary includes: 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 #2026ETPosting 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 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: July 29, 2025 - August 5, 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. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community . Powering the future through innovative, sustainable energy solutions. Solar Turbines Incorporated, headquartered in San Diego, California, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Caterpillar Inc. Solar manufactures the world's most widely used family of mid-sized industrial gas turbines, ranging from 1 to 39 megawatts. More than 16,000 Solar units are operating in more than 100 countries with more than 3 billion operating hours. Solar is a leading provider of energy solutions, featuring an extensive line of gas turbine-powered compressor sets, mechanical drive packages, and generator sets. Solar's customers put the company's products to work in many areas, including production, processing and pipeline transmission of natural gas and crude oil, and generation of electricity and thermal energy for processing applications, such as manufacturing chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and food products. Solar's foundation is people and Solar's cultureisone where individualcontributionsare valued, diversity in the workplace is encouraged, and safety is emphasized in all aspects of the business. Solar Turbines is comprised of a dedicated and multi-talented workforce of more than 9,000 employees with decades of experience working as a global team. #J-18808-Ljbffr