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Solar Turbines Incorporated

Mechanic

Jamul, CA · On-site

$26 - $36.05/hr

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Do workers at Solar Turbines get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
75% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and February 2026.

Does Solar Turbines pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
73% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

At Solar Turbines, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
36% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and February 2026.

Is the health insurance from Solar Turbines affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
92% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and February 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Solar Turbines?

Most people get paid time off work.
88% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and February 2026.

Do workers at Solar Turbines worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
100% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and September 2025.

Do Solar Turbines workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
44% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and September 2025.

How easy is it to get time off at Solar Turbines?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
87% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do Solar Turbines managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
100% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and September 2025.

Do jobs at Solar Turbines spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
0% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and September 2025.

How easy is it to take sick days at Solar Turbines?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
87% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Is working at Solar Turbines good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
92% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and February 2026.

Do people at Solar Turbines feel treated with respect by their managers?

Some people don’t feel treated with respect by their managers.
36% of people say they’re not treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do people at Solar Turbines get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
90% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Solar Turbines?

Some people feel stressed out here.
62% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do people at Solar Turbines enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
67% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do people at Solar Turbines recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
52% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Solar Turbines?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
39% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Solar Turbines?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 39% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do people think Solar Turbines’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Some people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
57% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Solar Turbines is doing?

Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
70% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.
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Senior Mechanical Analysis Engineer

Solar Turbines Incorporated

San Diego, CA • On-site

$112K - $169K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

Solar Turbines rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 23 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

81st of 487 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

Career Area:
Engineering
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.
Mechanical Analysis Engineer
Solar Turbines is a subsidiary of Caterpillar and is a global leader in providing energy solutions that help businesses, governments and public institutions find the perfect balance between affordable, available, and reduced carbon energy. Solar Turbines provides best-in-class energy solutions with turbomachinery for power generation and motor driven compression products and packages in the 1-39 megawatt range.
This position is part of the Turbomachinery Packaging Standards Group, and is an integral part of the design, validation, and execution of Solar Turbines' standard offerings for Customer projects. The engineer will initially be tasked with executing turbomachinery drivetrain alignment calculations in support of customer project execution. Additionally, the engineer will be introduced to packaging structural analysis using classical calculation methods as well as software like RISA-3D and ANSYS.
After training and getting acquainted with Solar's products and processes, the candidate will move to specialize in areas of two or more mechanical analysis disciplines as the designated subject matter expert. The engineer will be partnered with senior engineers to develop a base of knowledge around the related subject matter.
The engineer will be expected to work cross functionally with engineers throughout the business to adequately define project details and execute tasks as required.
The successful candidate will display a willingness to learn, have an aptitude for applying complex subjects, be highly detail oriented, and can handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines for a variety of tasks.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering or related Engineering field
  • 3-7 years of engineering experience related to torsional work.
  • Experience using CAD software (Creo Parametric, SolidWorks, SpaceClaim)
  • Strong ability in Microsoft program suite including Excel and PowerPoint
  • Experience with Excel Macros (VBA), Python, MATLAB or any similar programming language
  • Strong fundamental mechanical design understanding

Preferred Qualifications
  • Knowledge of Turbomachinery system applications, design, and operations
  • Experience with analysis tools such as ANSYS, RISA-3D, and Space Claim.
  • Basic understanding of vibration analysis
  • Personal skills including: the ability to work well with others and to lead smaller development efforts. Strong self-initiation, a positive attitude, a sense of urgency to meet deadlines and ability to clearly communicate ideas

Summary Pay Range:
$112,704.00 - $169,056.00
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:
Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of 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.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Posting Dates:
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.
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