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Job Title: Senior Engineer (Simulation, Performance & Application) - Global Engine Development Platform
Salary: £52,380 + Dependent Upon Experience
Location: Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
Benefits:
25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
Up to 12% 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.
Flexible working arrangements will be considered for this role, in-line with the needs of the business.
About IPSD
Caterpillar’s Industrial Power Systems Division (IPSD) designs, tests and manufactures 0.5 to 18L Cat® and Perkins engines that power over 5000 applications including Marine, Petroleum, Industrial Applications, Electric Generators, and Locomotives. Caterpillar’s company strategy includes sustainability as one of four focus areas and IPSD is engaged and actively preparing green energy solutions for the future.
Job Summary
As a Senior Engineer (Simulation, Performance & Application) - Global Engine Development Platform, you will report to the 400 Series Engine Platform Development Manager. You will have responsibility for conducting testing, development and sign off for the 1.7L and 2.2L Engine programmes under the direct responsibility of the 400 Series team. You will be accountable for process excellence, maintaining engineering best practices and documentation.
The 400 Series Platform Development team are responsible for developing and managing robust engine and aftertreatment calibrations focused on meeting complex regulatory, business and customer requirements. The team applies deep technical knowledge to data analysis, converting data into decisions, generating technical review and sign-off material, to ensure that our product recipe is of the highest quality and delivered on time. This is a highly visible team that works directly with all areas of engineering and will, at times report out directly to our product groups.
You will work closely with the Performance Systems Integration engineering team to define & deliver robust methods in achieving the Product Objectives and Technical Objectives (PO’s/TO’s) within the IPSD-M 400 Series product range. You will also work closely with the GED Test operations team to ensure quality data is achieved and with our Virtual Calibration Team in maximising the value of simulation-based calibration.
Additional Info
Hybrid working pattern - 3 days on site, 2 days remote
There may be some global travel associated with the role
What You Will Do
Collaborate with customers and leadership to scope and execute projects that meet the needs of the business
Plan, manage and deliver tests to tight time scales and to right quality
Conduct and/or direct tests (including Design of Experiments), checking data quality, test result integrity and repeatability.
Accountable for delivering timely, high-quality simulation and analysis impacting products/processes and providing clear recommendations to stakeholders
Keep up-to-date on new technologies and drive continuous improvement to established techniques
Coach and train junior members of the team on best practices in Performance Calibration development
Collaborate with global team to drive global alignment and best practices
What You Have
Effective Communication - Extensive Knowledge:
Excellent interpersonal skills (coaching, communication, teamwork)
Previous leadership experience (direct or in-direct)
Self-confidence and a 'passion for the product' are personal qualities needed to succeed in this high-pressure environment
Problem Solving - Extensive Knowledge:
Excellent problem solver and attention to detail
Hands on engine testing and problem-solving experience
Technical Excellence - Extensive Knowledge:
Experience in combustion, performance, and economy development of compression ignition engines
Experience in the running engines on testbeds and analysing emissions and performance information to influence calibration decisions
Experience of developing simulation based calibrations
Project Management - Extensi Knowledge:
Project Management methods and processes
What You Will Get
At Caterpillar, we believe each person is unique and valued, and are committed to ensuring that our workplace is diverse and representative of the many customers we serve around the globe. Different perspectives help us achieve our best work and come together to form a high-performing Caterpillar team that makes positive changes in the communities where we live and work. That’s the Power of Everyone.
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 nearly 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.
NB. 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. #LI-Hybrid
Posting Dates:
May 22, 2024 - June 7, 2024Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).
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