Senior Engine Performance & Simulation Engineer

Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation; Desford; On-site; GBP 79,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Private medical

Pension scheme

Share scheme

Relocation assistance

Free parking

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Desford, Leicestershire, is seeking a Senior Performance Engineering Specialist to lead engine strategy development and support emissions compliance for BCP products globally.

This role requires mentoring a global Engine Systems team and coordinating cross-functional engineering activities. You will set engine performance requirements, monitor emissions systems, and drive multi-generational product plans, with travel 10-25% and office-based at Desford.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent.
• Strong communication skills and ability to convey complex technical concepts.
• Knowledge of emissions regulations and engine design.
• Analytical thinking to identify root causes and propose solutions.
• Experience with project management and cross-functional coordination.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in technical work.
• Ability to manage multiple programs and timelines.
• Familiarity with performance, integration and emissions engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead engine strategy development to support emissions regulations for BCP products globally.
• Coach and mentor Engine Systems team members across regions.
• Set up data acquisition and monitor engine/emissions performance.
• Lead performance requirements, lug curves, transient response, and fuel consumption targets.
• Collaborate with product groups and enterprise partners to leverage investments.

Skills

Degree in engineering

Effective communications

Technical excellence

Analytical thinking

Process management

Accuracy & detail

Problem solving

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Python

MATLAB

CANape

CANalyzer

Cadet

SQL

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. in Desford, Leicestershire, is seeking a Senior Performance Engineering Specialist to lead engine strategy development and support emissions compliance for BCP products globally.

This role requires mentoring a global Engine Systems team and coordinating cross-functional engineering activities. You will set engine performance requirements, monitor emissions systems, and drive multi-generational product plans, with travel 10-25% and office-based at Desford.