Engineering Team Leader

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.

Job Title: Engineering Team Leader

Salary: £55,516 + Dependent upon experience

Location: Peterborough

Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave

• Up to 12% Bonus

• Contributory pension scheme - Caterpillar will double the employee's contribution Up to 10%

• Contributory share scheme - Caterpillar will match 50% of the employee's contribution.

• Optional flexible benefits including access to health and dental care plans, EV car lease, holiday purchase.

Flexible working arrangements will be considered for this role, in-line with the needs of the business.

About IPSD

Caterpillar’s Industrial Power Systems Division (IPSD) designs, tests and manufactures 0.5 to 18L Cat and Perkins engines that power over 5000 applications including Marine, Petroleum, Industrial Applications, Electric Generators, and Locomotives. Caterpillar’s company strategy includes sustainability as one of four focus areas and IPSD is engaged and actively preparing green energy solutions for the future.

Job Summary

An exciting opportunity to join the Low Pressure Fuel Systems (LPFS) team as an Engineering Team Leader focusing on current and future development of components and technologies. Key components include Fuel Filters, Fuel Lines and Electric Lift Pumps. The team is cross-platform and responsible for the LPFS across the IPSD-M engine range.

Additional Info

• Full-time role hybrid - minimum 3 days per week on site

• Up to 10% global travel.

What You Will Do

As an Engineering Team Leader within the LPFS team you will be expected to have product development experience, team leadership skills, knowledge of Internal Combustion engines and be able to lead, plan and execute challenging tasks/projects. Tasks will include:

• Planning and managing project and sub-project deliverables

• Lead several projects in parallel with support from subject matter experts and engineers

• Ensure projects are meeting deadlines and milestones on time

• Providing regular, concise and effective communication to a range of peers and stakeholders

• Conducting risk assessment through effective FMEA generation on components and systems to identify and address design risks and determine validation needs

• Be capable of understanding technical issues as they arise and execute root cause analysis through relevant tools, methods, data analysis and testing to resolve the issue

• Execution of validation work consisting of component, dyno and machine testing

What You Have

Candidates will have gained the following skills and experience through previous roles:

• Technical Excellence: Knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges.

• Project Management: Knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives.

• Team Management: Knowledge of effective team building techniques; ability to form and manage effective teams.

• Requirements Analysis: Knowledge of tools, methods, and techniques of requirement analysis; ability to elicit, analyze and record required business functionality and non-functionality requirements to ensure the success of a system or software development project.

• Product Design and Development: Knowledge of product features; ability to design, build, and develop a new product, technology, or service from concept through to production.

What You Will Get

As the successful candidate you will join a newly formed, diverse and friendly team working together to deliver components and solutions to the IPSD division. You will also get exposure to many different functions of the business to ensure projects are delivered on time, cost and to quality expectations.

Required Qualifications

• Degree (or equivalent experience) in an accredited Engineering, Computer Science, or Materials Science curriculum.

About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

NB. The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined.

Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting. #LI-Hybrid

Posting Dates:

February 17, 2025 - February 27, 2025

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).

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