Solar Turbines
Entry Level - Compressor Aerodynamics
Solar Turbines, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
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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.
Career Area:
Engineering
Job Summary This role develops compressor flow path designs and compressor stage predictions for customer applications. Centrifugal, mixed flow impellers and static flow path components are designed to match our turbines and meet customer's needs in pipeline and production compressors. The candidate is expected to develop new tools, methods, and designs to support Solar Turbines product goals.
Acceptance tests, PTC‑10, and development tests must be planned, evaluated, and supported in this position. The successful candidate supports new equipment sales, aftermarket sales, and field performance issues as needed for all gas compressor models. Manufacturing and supply chain support for bladed components is required to ensure schedule, cost, and performance are met. Must communicate and interact well with design, product support, operations, supply chain, and rotor dynamics.
In addition to detailed design, test support and performance modeling is also a responsibility. Factory and development test support and analysis of centrifugal compressors to support sales predictions and guarantees is a major product responsibility.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or higher in mechanical or aerospace engineering.
Minimum GPA of 2.8 on a 4.0 scale
CFD/Ansys experience from school or prior Internships.
Top Candidates Have
CAD proficiency (Creo preferred, but not required)
Experience with the following software: Matlab, Ansys CFX, Fluent, Fortran/Python programming, Visual Studio
Familiar with Thermodynamics, boundary layer theory, turbulence modeling
Familiar with meanline models for radial turbomachinery
Familiar with data validation and hands‑on experience with test rigs related to radial turbomachinery
Knowledge of data‑driven and machine learning methodologies for engineering applications
Summary Pay Range $76,542.00 - $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
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.
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
www.caterpillar.com/careers .
Posting Dates October 27, 2025 - January 30, 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.
Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Other
Oil and Gas
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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.
Career Area:
Engineering
Job Summary This role develops compressor flow path designs and compressor stage predictions for customer applications. Centrifugal, mixed flow impellers and static flow path components are designed to match our turbines and meet customer's needs in pipeline and production compressors. The candidate is expected to develop new tools, methods, and designs to support Solar Turbines product goals.
Acceptance tests, PTC‑10, and development tests must be planned, evaluated, and supported in this position. The successful candidate supports new equipment sales, aftermarket sales, and field performance issues as needed for all gas compressor models. Manufacturing and supply chain support for bladed components is required to ensure schedule, cost, and performance are met. Must communicate and interact well with design, product support, operations, supply chain, and rotor dynamics.
In addition to detailed design, test support and performance modeling is also a responsibility. Factory and development test support and analysis of centrifugal compressors to support sales predictions and guarantees is a major product responsibility.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or higher in mechanical or aerospace engineering.
Minimum GPA of 2.8 on a 4.0 scale
CFD/Ansys experience from school or prior Internships.
Top Candidates Have
CAD proficiency (Creo preferred, but not required)
Experience with the following software: Matlab, Ansys CFX, Fluent, Fortran/Python programming, Visual Studio
Familiar with Thermodynamics, boundary layer theory, turbulence modeling
Familiar with meanline models for radial turbomachinery
Familiar with data validation and hands‑on experience with test rigs related to radial turbomachinery
Knowledge of data‑driven and machine learning methodologies for engineering applications
Summary Pay Range $76,542.00 - $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
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.
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
www.caterpillar.com/careers .
Posting Dates October 27, 2025 - January 30, 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.
Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Other
Oil and Gas
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