IT Analyst

Caterpillar; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking an IT Analyst to support their IT team in Peterborough. The role involves gathering requirements, facilitating communication between IT and business units, and enhancing business operations. Candidates should demonstrate problem-solving skills and foundational understanding of application design. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Up to 10% Bonus

Contributory pension scheme

Contributory share scheme

Optional flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of core application systems.
• Basic problem solving techniques.
• Basic understanding of application design and architecture.

Responsibilities

• Conduct interviews and workshops to gather requirements.
• Translate business requirements into actionable work items.
• Create and maintain design diagrams and process flows.

Skills

PL/SQL Packages

Python Programming

Redhat Linux Essentials

Oracle Forms / ADF

Snowflake

Job description

Overview

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.

Job Posting Title: IT Analyst

Salary: £34,455 - £38,000 (depending on experience)

Location: Peterborough, UK

Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave
• Up to 10% 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.

The Opportunity

The selected candidate will become part of the Caterpillar IT team (Energy & Transportation Segment) located in Peterborough. This position involves supporting the Industrial Power Systems Division (IPSD) by serving as the intermediary between IT and diverse global business units, facilitating the creation of requirements, development, testing and utilisation of information systems across Engineering & Manufacturing.

The primary emphasis will be on gaining an in-depth understanding of the Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) used across all regional facilities and the development of these systems to further enhance our business processes.

The successful applicant will join a global team supporting comprehensive business operations, offering opportunities for professional growth and exposure to various business functions. Additionally, the role provides the opportunity to gain experience with numerous application technologies and IT architectures.

This is an excellent chance for a skilled technical IT business analyst to enhance their capabilities by shaping and maintaining an IT portfolio for a major international organisation.

What You Will Do

Requirements Gathering

• Conduct interviews, workshops, and surveys to understand and document business needs from stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to clarify and refine requirements.

Business Analysis & Documentation

• Translate business requirements into clear, actionable work items.
• Develop user stories and define acceptance criteria to guide development.
• Prepare functional and technical specifications to support solution design.

Solution Design Support

• Create and maintain high-level design diagrams and process flows.
• Assist in evaluating solution options and recommending improvements.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with key business owners and subject matter experts.
• Act as a liaison between business units and technical teams to ensure alignment.

Project Involvement

• Represent business interests in project planning, scope definition, and delivery tracking.
• Support testing and validation efforts to ensure solutions meet business needs.

What You Will Have

Core Application Systems

• Level demonstrated: Basic Understanding (which could include)
• Describes basic elements and benefits of core applications supported by own area.
• Names the organization's core application systems.
• Names major business functions and services supported by core applications.
• Locates and uses relevant documentation for core applications.

Problem Solving

• Level demonstrated: Basic Understanding (which could include)
• Explains the value of a disciplined approach to problem solving.
• Describes problem reporting and escalation practices.
• Utilizes accepted procedures for problem analysis and resolution.
• Identifies key aspects of problem-solving techniques used in own area.

Application Design, Architecture

• Level demonstrated: Basic Understanding (which could include)
• Describes basic activities and deliverables associated with application design.
• Discusses technical architecture relevant to own environment.
• Identifies technical application architecture standards and considerations.
• Names the specific tasks, activities and deliverables of technical application design.

Implementation

• Level demonstrated: Basic Understanding (which could include)
• Cites specific types of application software and their usage within an organization.
• Identifies problems commonly associated with application implementation.
• Lists main application software and vendors in the market place.
• Describes the general processes and policies of application implementation.

Requirements Analysis

• Level demonstrated: Basic Understanding (which could include)
• Cites examples of functional and non-functional requirements.
• Describes basic concepts and major activities associated with requirements analysis.
• Explains the life cycle context and scope of requirements analysis.
• Explains the structure and components of effective requirements analysis documents.

System and Technology Integration

• Level demonstrated: Basic Understanding (which could include)
• Describes the basic concepts and issues of system and technology integration.
• Illustrates the risks and benefits of technology integration projects.
• Discusses major software, hardware or application integration initiatives and plans.
• Explains system integration initiatives in own environment.

System Testing

• Level demonstrated: Basic Understanding (which could include)
• Describes major components of system testing used by the organization.
• Documents the standard processes and procedures involved in system testing.
• Explains the importance of thorough system testing prior to implementation.
• Identifies common errors that occur in standard system testing activities.

Candidates will be able to demonstrate some of the following technical skills:

• PL/SQL Packages
• Python Programming
• Redhat Linux Essentials
• Oracle Forms / ADF
• Snowflake

Additional Info

• Noted: This role is based in our office in Peterborough 5 days a week.

What You Will Get

We look forward to welcoming the successful candidate to our dynamic, diverse and friendly team. We have a culture of openness, autonomy, support, personal development as well as a continuous drive for improvement.

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 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.

Note 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.

Posting Dates: October 27, 2025 - November 3, 2025

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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