Senior Engine Development Engineer: Core Systems & Validation

Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 57,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 25 days

Bonus up to 12%

Pension scheme - Caterpillar up to 10%

Share scheme 50% match

Flexible benefits (health/dental)

Employee Referral Scheme

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Peterborough seeks a Senior Development Engineer to join the Component Engineering Base Engine Team.

You will develop and validate design solutions for core engine components, including lubrication and cooling systems, major castings and rotating parts, across New Product Introduction or updates to existing platforms. The role requires strong development experience with IC engines, the ability to plan and lead complex tasks, and collaboration with global manufacturing sites,

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years experience in development and validation of components and engines.
• Strong technical background in mechanical/automotive engineering or equivalent.
• Experience with FMEA and applying APQP methods is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Development and validation of core engine components including major castings, geartrain, valvetrain, and lubrication systems.
• Lead and collaborate with global teams, suppliers and customers to meet durability, reliability and cost targets.
• Plan and manage project deliverables, conduct risk assessments, and drive design reviews.

Skills

IC engines knowledge

Development experience

Project leadership

FMEA experience

Education

HNC or technical degree in mechanical or automotive engineering

Tools

Team Centre

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. in Peterborough seeks a Senior Development Engineer to join the Component Engineering Base Engine Team.

You will develop and validate design solutions for core engine components, including lubrication and cooling systems, major castings and rotating parts, across New Product Introduction or updates to existing platforms. The role requires strong development experience with IC engines, the ability to plan and lead complex tasks, and collaboration with global manufacturing sites,