Engineering Data Scientist Apprenticeship - Level 6

Career Area: Enterprise Cross Functional

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. Together, we are building a better world.

The Apprenticeship

We are looking for one apprentice to join our Engineering Process team located at our Peterborough facility (PE1 5FQ). The team enables operational excellence through the development of analytical solutions and business applications.

Our apprentices will:

1. Earn a competitive salary package, starting at c. £24,931 per year.
2. Receive 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.
3. Have access to a contributory share and pension scheme, flexible benefits, and up to 9% bonus.

In collaboration with our partnered training provider, Anglia Ruskin University, our 4-year degree apprenticeship scheme will enable you to grow and develop your capabilities. Apprentices will spend at least 20% of their working hours completing university-based learning leading to a nationally recognised qualification through the Level 6 Data Scientist apprenticeship standard:

1. A Level 6 Data scientist Apprenticeship certificate
2. A BSc (Hons) Data Science.

As part of this programme, apprentices are required to attend university on a block release basis.

The Experience

Apprentices will undertake various six-month placements in a wide range of functional areas. Placement tasks may include:

1. Working across a variety of projects, analysing data, and making suggestions that inform business decisions.
2. Development of core skills - data analytics, project management, and process improvement techniques.
3. Developing a good understanding of data structures and database systems.
4. Learning about and using a range of analytical tools.
5. Collecting, cleansing, abstracting and aggregating data.
6. Conducting a range of analytical studies on data.
7. Creating process and data workflows using tools such as Power Automate.
8. Creating visualisations of data using tools like PowerBI and PowerApps.

Entry Requirement

1. GCSEs: Five Grade 4 (C) or above including Maths and English.
2. A-Levels: Minimum of 96 tariff points required including Grade C in A-Level Mathematics.

NOTE: Equivalent academic qualifications to the above requirements welcome.

Our Culture

We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We believe diversity and inclusion are fundamental to innovation.

Post Apprenticeship

On successful completion of this apprenticeship, you are likely to be offered a position within our team with plenty of opportunity for long-term progression.

Recruitment Timeline

Go Live: January 17th 2025

Closing Date: February 23rd 2025

The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your skills and experience on your application.

NOTE: Only apply for a maximum of two apprenticeship schemes.

Recruitment Process

Online Application: Complete the online application before the closing date.

Stage two: Assessment Centre.

Stage three: Offer.

We look forward to receiving your application to join Caterpillar.

Posting Dates: January 17, 2025 - February 23, 2025

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).