Field Electrical Technician – Oil & Gas

Caterpillar Inc.

. Serve as the primary technical resource for customers and dealers .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeMidland • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $97,530 - $146,290 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in electrical systems and technical consulting, with a strong focus on customer service and effective communication. Capable of conducting root cause analysis and driving product improvements through collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Electrical Engineering DegreeTechnical Consulting KnowledgeElectrical Systems ExpertiseProblem-Solving TechniquesCustomer Service Concepts

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Hard Skills

Root Cause AnalysisProduct Quality EvaluationTroubleshooting SupportEngineering RecommendationsProduct Performance Improvement

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationCustomer EngagementCollaboration

Industry Keywords

Field InvestigationsProduct UpdatesService RecommendationsManufacturing ProcessesProduction Efficiency

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary technical resource for customers and dealers
Provide electrical systems expertise, troubleshooting support, and on-site guidance
Partner with customers, service teams, manufacturing, and product development to translate field feedback into product improvements
Investigate product quality and reliability concerns and perform root cause analysis
Drive corrective actions to prevent recurrence and improve product performance
Evaluate manufacturing and design processes and identify improvement opportunities
Provide engineering recommendations to optimize product quality, serviceability, and production efficiency
Communicate technical specifications, product updates, and service recommendations
Track and manage product issue resolution
Travel extensively to support customers, conduct field investigations, deliver training, and develop electrical systems expertise

Requirements

What you’ll need

Electrical Engineering Degree or technical equivalent degree
Ability to travel 50% or more, including domestic and international travel
Customer service concepts and techniques
Technical consulting knowledge and ability
Effective communication concepts, tools, and techniques
Problem-solving approaches, tools, and techniques
Knowledge of electrical systems and product applications
Visa sponsorship is not available
Successful completion of a drug screen is required
Ability to work onsite five days a week

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Relocation assistance