Development & Research Technician - Advanced Power Systems
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Career Area: Engineering
Job Title: Development & Research Technician - Advanced Power Systems
Salary: £30,206 + Per Annum dependent upon experience
Location: Peterborough, UK
Benefits:
* 25 days annual leave
* Up to 9% 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
About IPSD:
Caterpillar’s Industrial Power Systems Division (IPSD) in Peterborough designs, tests, and manufactures engines that power over 5000 applications including Marine, Petroleum, Industrial Applications, Electric Generators, and Locomotives.
Job Summary:
We are seeking a diverse, inclusive, and multi-disciplinary individual that will be responsible for our advanced product research and development sector. This new opportunity as an APSD Principal Technician will involve working on electrification, Powertrain, Diesel, and hybrid power systems.
What You Will Do:
* Responsible for advance power system development programs.
* Support activities with external service suppliers and internal customers.
* Conduct direct build/strip and measure activities of our electrification, Powertrain, Diesel, and hybrid components.
* Conduct electrical safety checks and direct testing activities.
* Support data analysis on results and help support lead engineering teams.
Required Qualifications And Skills:
* Relevant qualifications for this role – preferably a full modern apprenticeship scheme electrical/mechanical biased, BTC Higher Award in Test - ONC/HNC or Degree educated and/or equivalent job-related experience.
* Electronics/Electrical background with at least 6 years demonstrable experience.
* Excellent respect and adherence to Health & Safety.
* Excellent problem-solving skills across multiple disciplines.
Desired Requirements But Not Essential:
* Experience/knowledge in electric vehicle & Motors (AC/DC) and hybrid technology.
* Experience working on high voltage systems/battery cells.
* Experience with development through new product Introduction (NPI) Process.
What You Will Get:
This role is an opportunity to get involved with a new sector of Caterpillar along with Perkins IPSD products, to help develop our future advance power solutions.
About Caterpillar:
Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world.
Posting Dates: January 29, 2025 - February 19, 2025
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).
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