IT Analyst

Solar Turbines Inc

San Diego, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$89,210–$133,810 Per Year
SKILLS
Amazon Web Services (AWS), Analysis Skills, Best Practices, Business Intelligence, Business Intelligence Software, Business Skills, Business Support, Career Development, Caterpillar Equipment, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Data Management, Data Modeling, Data Quality, Data Sets, Data Structures, Data Visualization, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Documentation Standards, Information Technology & Information Systems, Intelligence Analysis, Microsoft Windows Azure, Performance Metrics, Power BI, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Query Optimization, Reconciliation, Reporting Dashboards, SQL (Structured Query Language), Snowflake Schema, Tableau, Team Player, Trend Analysis, Usability Engineering, Validation Testing
LOCATION
San Diego, CA
POSTED
12 days ago

Career Area:

Technology, Digital and Data

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.

Role Summary:

We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Data Analyst to support business intelligence and data-driven decision-making initiatives. This role will focus on transforming raw data into actionable insights through strong analytical capabilities, data modeling, and visualization. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience working within a data team environment, with strong expertise in SQL, business intelligence tools, and data preparation techniques.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Analyze large and complex datasets to identify trends, patterns, and actionable insights that support business decisions.
  • Develop, maintain, and optimize dashboards and reports using Power BI and Tableau to enable self-service analytics.
  • Write efficient and optimized SQL queries for data extraction, transformation, and analysis.
  • Perform data preparation and data wrangling activities to ensure data quality, consistency, and usability.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (business stakeholders, data engineers, and analysts) to understand requirements and translate them into analytical solutions.
  • Support business intelligence initiatives by creating data models, KPIs, and performance metrics.
  • Ensure data accuracy and integrity by performing validation and reconciliation checks.
  • Work closely with data engineering teams to understand and utilize ELT pipelines and data architecture.
  • Assist in improving data governance, documentation, and standardization practices.

Education Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field.

(Equivalent practical experience may be considered.)

Required Skills & Competencies

Technical Skills

  • Strong proficiency in SQL for data querying and transformation
  • Hands-on experience with Power BI and Tableau for reporting and dashboards
  • Solid understanding of Business Intelligence concepts and data visualization best practices
  • Experience with data wrangling / data preparation techniques
  • Good understanding of relational data structures and data modeling
  • Analytical Skills
  • Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities
  • Ability to translate business questions into analytical solutions
  • High attention to detail with a focus on data accuracy
  • Collaboration & Communication
  • Experience working in a data team environment
  • Ability to communicate insights clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Strong documentation and presentation skills

Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills

  • Experience with ELT tools such as Matillion, or similar platforms
  • Exposure to cloud data platforms (e.g., Snowflake, Azure, AWS)
  • Familiarity with data pipelines and data engineering concepts
  • Experience supporting enterprise analytics or large-scale reporting initiatives

Summary Pay Range:

$89,210.00 - $133,810.00

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:

May 26, 2026 - June 9, 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.

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About the Company

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Solar Turbines Inc

Solar's foundation is people and Solar's culture is one where individual contributions are valued, diversity in the workplace is encouraged, and safety is emphasized in all aspects of the business. Solar is comprised of a dedicated and multi-talented workforce of more than 6,000 employees with decades of experience working as a global team. Solar Turbines offers an excellent compensation/benefits package including medical/ dental/ life insurance, vacation, pension plan, 401(k) plan with matching, an incentive pay program, tuition reimbursement and professional development/advancement opportunities.
COMPANY SIZE
5,000 to 9,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Energy and Utilities
FOUNDED
1927
WEBSITE
https://mysolar.cat.com/