Solar Turbines · 18 hours ago
Gas Turbine Engine Test Technician
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$25/hr - $43.24/hr
3+ years expCaterpillar Inc. is a global team focused on creating stronger, more sustainable communities. The Gas Turbine Engine Test Technician is responsible for installing, connecting, and setting up test equipment, as well as troubleshooting and performing tests on engines and gas compressors.
EnergyManufacturingOil and Gas
No H1B
Responsibilities
Install, level, set up, prepare, and operate any Solar or OEM gas turbine, diesel engine, gas compressor, driven equipment, packaged system, control console, microprocessor control, subassembly, component, and/or accessory in test cells, fixtures or in special test beds
Connect test equipment: harnesses, simulators, filters, lines, dynamometers, slave generators, instrumentation, and other equipment necessary to the test operation
Conduct test run and final performance acceptance test of gas turbines and gas compressors
Connect and operate computerized data acquisition systems for package system, gas turbine, and gas compressor performance testing
Observe, record, and review test data. Calculate operational parameters such as horsepower, pressure ratio, fuel flow, specific fuel consumption, oil flow, oil consumption, electrical functions, power factors, and other parameters related to the acceptability of the unit under test
Conduct vibration surveys and trim balance components, as required, utilizing real-time vibration analyzers, trim balance analyzers, vibration tape recorders, and plotters
Troubleshoot to isolate indicated malfunctions and discrepancies
Make operational adjustments to engines, accessories, controls, and test equipment, including realignment
Perform necessary rework to correct the cause of malfunctions and bring performance within specified operating parameters. Remove unit from the test facility
Qualification
Required
The successful candidate should have related experience with mechanical and electrical systems; and will have experience with diagnosis, troubleshooting, and repairing a variety of control circuits; and removing and replacing faulty components
Strong technical, electrical, and mechanical skills and a good understanding of turbine theory are critical to the position
The identified must demonstrate the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
3 years of mechanical or electrical-related job experience
Experienced in reading/interpreting applicable drawings (Mechanical and/or Electrical) and technical manuals
Preferred
Gas turbine package or related, operational, or testing experience
PLC controls experience
Airframes and Powerplants (A&P) license
Experience operating or testing Solar packages or engines
LOU #27 as a QTT
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
Company
Solar Turbines
Solar Turbines Incorporated, a subsidiary of Caterpillar Inc., is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of industrial gas turbines.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown1981-05-15Acquired
Leadership Team
R
Robert May
Chief Financial Officer
B
Bryan Ross
COO
Recent News
2025-11-19
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