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Solar Turbines · 6 hours ago

2026 Entry Level Engineer Rotation Turbomachinery Operations

San Diego, CA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

0+ years exp

Solar Turbines is part of Caterpillar Inc., a global team focused on building sustainable communities. The Entry Level Engineer Rotation program is designed to develop engineers through exposure to various Gas Turbine manufacturing environments, culminating in a full-time role as a Manufacturing Engineer.

EnergyManufacturingOil and Gas

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Develop and execute cost effective, stable manufacturing processes that support a safe and quality conscience work environment

Work in and be exposed to several different Gas Turbine manufacturing environments

Complete an 18-month assignment with rotations through four different Manufacturing Business Units

Return to pre-designated business unit after the rotation to work as a full time, Charter Part, Manufacturing Engineer for a minimum of 18 months

Qualification

Manufacturing EngineeringProE CADGeometric Dimensioning & TolerancingBaan ERP SystemPDM Link Data ManagementAnalytical SkillsProblem SolvingCommunication SkillsTeamworkTime Management

Required

Minimum of a bachelor's degree in manufacturing engineering, manufacturing technology, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, or other relevant degree

Minimum overall GPA of 2.8 on a 4.0 scale

0-3 years of relevant experience

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

Technical knowledge of manufacturing engineering fundamentals

Previous Internship and/or relevant work experience

Preferred

A working knowledge of basic manufacturing engineering practices, tooling concepts, problem solving skills, analytics, and computer skills for component manufacturing is desired

Ability to work in a fast-paced 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