Career Area: Enterprise Cross Functional
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.
Summer Placement Scheme
Discipline: Manufacturing Engineering
Location: Desford, UK
Duration: 3-4 months (fixed term)
Salary: Annual salary - £24,500 (pro-rated across 3–4-month duration)
*Please note that in order to be eligible to complete the Summer Industrial Placement Scheme, you must be in your penultimate year of study unless enrolled in an integrated master’s program.
What do we do?
Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives. Since 1925, we’ve been driving sustainable progress and helping customers build a better world through innovative products and services. Throughout the product life cycle, we offer services built on cutting-edge technology and decades of product expertise.
Diversity at Caterpillar
When we leverage our people's experiences, backgrounds, and cultures in an inclusive environment, we enable every individual to achieve their full potential, which drives business success. We are proud to be active partners with both the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) & Women's Engineering Society (WES). Caterpillar is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.
What experiences can we offer you?
As an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity at Caterpillar and believe the more experience you can gain early in your career the further you can go. That’s why during our yearlong scheme we place an emphasis on multiple diverse projects. You will have the opportunity to work and collaborate with people in Caterpillar facilities worldwide and we are looking for you to bring fresh, innovative ideas to solve complex technical problems. You will be a fully involved team member with responsibility and accountability for key project deliverables. That said, you will be given all the support you require to be successful.
Job duties and responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
* Support manufacturing improvement projects on our Electric and Combustion powered vehicles, driving Safety, Quality, Velocity & Cost using 6 Sigma Methodologies.
* Work with the latest Manufacturing Engineering Technologies to introduce our New Products, evaluating design for assembly & automation feasibility, generating manufacturing processes and documentation, allowing our latest machines to be produced to our world class manufacturing standards.
* Utilise CAD software to design new equipment, complete virtual builds and develop facility layouts in line with Caterpillar's Production System.
* Implement new equipment/tooling to production, inc. Design, budgeting, evaluation, procurement, implementation, training and sign off.
* Create and review associated process risk documentation; PFMEA, Control Plans and SFMEA’s to drive safety improvements in new and current processes.
* Work with Additive Manufacturing, Robotics & Automation (assembly and inspection), AI, Digital Twins, Measurement Analysis & Machine Validation Equipment.
* Complete root cause analysis for quality improvement opportunities and implement robust process containment measures.
* Support and implement sustainability projects within the manufacturing process, ensuring alignment with Caterpillar’s commitment to environmental responsibility.
* Adhere to the company's Health and Safety policy and safe working practices.
* Adhere to Caterpillar's Values in Action: Integrity, Commitment, Excellence, Teamwork, & Sustainability.
Who are we looking for?
As the type of roles within our business are becoming more diverse, we are looking for people who are open minded, excellent problem solvers and who have an ability to learn quickly. You will be motivated, hard-working, and will embrace change. In return for your dedication and hard work, you will be provided with excellent career opportunities and strong support for your personal and career development to pursue a career within Caterpillar.
Applicants will be on target to achieve a minimum of 2:1 honours degree level in one of the following disciplines:
* Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering
* Automotive Engineering
* Mechatronic Engineering
* Aerospace Engineering
Recruitment Process Guidelines
A two-stage interview process, typically first-stage telephone interview and then final-stage competency-based interview.
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.
Click the apply button today and one of our friendly recruiters will be in touch.
Posting Dates: March 12, 2025 - March 21, 2025
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).
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