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Aftertreatment Design Engineer
Caterpillar
Peterborough
Hybrid
GBP 52,000 - 61,000
Full time
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Job summary
Join a leading global team at Caterpillar as an Aftertreatment Design Engineer in Peterborough, focusing on innovative emission solutions. This role offers the chance to work on complex projects within a multi-disciplined team, contributing to clean emissions and sustainable practices while benefiting from a robust range of perks including a hybrid work pattern, bonus structures, and professional development.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Experience in design and packaging of emissions modules.
- Knowledge of Mechanical & Aftertreatment systems.
- Self-motivated and strong communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Design solutions for emissions modules and components.
- Lead projects with minimal supervision across global teams.
- Support field and production issues to determine root causes.
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Job Description:
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
When you join Caterpillar, you'rejoining 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'tjust 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: Aftertreatment Design Engineer
Location: Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
- 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
We are currently seeking a Design Engineer to join the Aftertreatment Engineering Team. This role will be focused on designing solutions to address challenging requirements, either within New Product Introduction or updates to existing platforms for a variety of Off-highway applications. The successful candidate will serve as an experienced contributor to projects that are complex in nature, working with individuals and teams across global Manufacturing sites, suppliers and customers.
Additional Info
Hybrid work pattern – 3 days per week on site
What You Will Do
As a Design Engineer in the team, you will be expected to have a mix of design and development experience,knowledge of IC engines components and /or emissions modules, be able to lead, plan and execute challenging tasks/projects with minimal supervision.
Relevant experience in design and packaging of a variety of emissions modules and fabrications. Preferred but not limited to experience in the following:
Aftertreatment canning modules, exhaust pipes, clamped joints,
Mounting systems, aluminium and cast-iron castings, fabricated brackets
DEF Mixing units
Working in a multi-disciplined team to ensure solutions meet customer, durability and functional requirements
Developing solutions for complex issues arising from the Quality and Manufacturing environments
Developing strong relationships with suppliers to ensure design solutions are aligned to high quality and cost expectations
Taking the lead or supporting FMEA on components and systems to identify and address design risks and determine validation needs
Conduct or generate reports to support component and system design reviews
Maintain communication to peers, team leader and stakeholders with progress against planned activities
Development of drawings to Caterpillar standards and other technical data to support the release of parts for prototype and volume production.
Support field and production issues, determine root cause, put in place containment actions, and develop permanent corrective actions. Work with suppliers and keep stakeholder informed of progress and decisions.
What You Have
Key Skills – Working Knowledge:
Initiating action
Good problem-solving and analysis skills
High work standards
Good planning and organizational skills
Technical Excellence – Expert Level:
Strong technical background (HNC or technical degree preferred in mechanical or automotive engineering) though other qualifications or experience are equally valued / demonstrated progressive experience within a relevant role
Knowledge of Mechanical & preferably an experience in Aftertreatment systems
Good understanding of Component Manufacturing principles & processes
Modelling & Detailing experience in CREO4-7
Self-motivated, teamwork, organised, good communication skills with an ability to manage and deliver tasks to meet commitments.
To collaborate & manage interactions on behalf of Caterpillar with external suppliers to develop design solutions with APQP tools.
Technical Excellence – Superior Level (non-essential):
Experience of running and participating in FMEA
Ability to use CREO Simulate
Experience in component and engine validation & verification
Bolted joint and sealing experience
Design experience gained in the off-highway diesel or machine sector
Knowledge and usage of Team Centre – data management software
Familiarity with Microsoft O365 including Teams
Vided
What You Will Get
In this role you will have the opportunity to work on complex projectsthat contribute towards clean emissions. This includes working on new technologies whilst collaborating with our global supply chain and partners.
We at Caterpillar believe in the power of diversity and inclusion in driving exceptional results. This role offers you an opportunity to work with a diverse global team providing you a great opportunity for both professional and personal development.
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:
July 16, 2024 - July 30, 2024Job Description:
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
When you join Caterpillar, you'rejoining 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'tjust 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: Aftertreatment Design Engineer
Salary: £52,380 + Dependent Upon Experience
Location: Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
Benefits:
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
We are currently seeking a Design Engineer to join the Aftertreatment Engineering Team. This role will be focused on designing solutions to address challenging requirements, either within New Product Introduction or updates to existing platforms for a variety of Off-highway applications. The successful candidate will serve as an experienced contributor to projects that are complex in nature, working with individuals and teams across global Manufacturing sites, suppliers and customers.
Additional Info
Hybrid work pattern – 3 days per week on site
What You Will Do
As a Design Engineer in the team, you will be expected to have a mix of design and development experience,knowledge of IC engines components and /or emissions modules, be able to lead, plan and execute challenging tasks/projects with minimal supervision.
Relevant experience in design and packaging of a variety of emissions modules and fabrications. Preferred but not limited to experience in the following:
Aftertreatment canning modules, exhaust pipes, clamped joints,
Mounting systems, aluminium and cast-iron castings, fabricated brackets
DEF Mixing units
Working in a multi-disciplined team to ensure solutions meet customer, durability and functional requirements
Developing solutions for complex issues arising from the Quality and Manufacturing environments
Developing strong relationships with suppliers to ensure design solutions are aligned to high quality and cost expectations
Taking the lead or supporting FMEA on components and systems to identify and address design risks and determine validation needs
Conduct or generate reports to support component and system design reviews
Maintain communication to peers, team leader and stakeholders with progress against planned activities
Development of drawings to Caterpillar standards and other technical data to support the release of parts for prototype and volume production.
Support field and production issues, determine root cause, put in place containment actions, and develop permanent corrective actions. Work with suppliers and keep stakeholder informed of progress and decisions.
What You Have
Key Skills – Working Knowledge:
Customer focus
Innovation
Initiating action
Good problem-solving and analysis skills
High work standards
Good planning and organizational skills
Technical Excellence – Expert Level:
Strong technical background (HNC or technical degree preferred in mechanical or automotive engineering) though other qualifications or experience are equally valued / demonstrated progressive experience within a relevant role
Knowledge of Mechanical & preferably an experience in Aftertreatment systems
Good understanding of Component Manufacturing principles & processes
Modelling & Detailing experience in CREO4-7
Self-motivated, teamwork, organised, good communication skills with an ability to manage and deliver tasks to meet commitments.
To collaborate & manage interactions on behalf of Caterpillar with external suppliers to develop design solutions with APQP tools.
Technical Excellence – Superior Level (non-essential):
Experience of running and participating in FMEA
Ability to use CREO Simulate
Experience in component and engine validation & verification
Bolted joint and sealing experience
Design experience gained in the off-highway diesel or machine sector
Knowledge and usage of Team Centre – data management software
Familiarity with Microsoft O365 including Teams
Vided
What You Will Get
In this role you will have the opportunity to work on complex projectsthat contribute towards clean emissions. This includes working on new technologies whilst collaborating with our global supply chain and partners.
We at Caterpillar believe in the power of diversity and inclusion in driving exceptional results. This role offers you an opportunity to work with a diverse global team providing you a great opportunity for both professional and personal development.
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:
July 16, 2024 - July 30, 2024Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).
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