**Career Area:** Engineering **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. **Job Title: Engine Concept Designer** **Salary: £55,516 + Dependent Upon Experience** **Location: Peterborough, Cambridgeshire** **Benefits:** + **25 days annual leave** + **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. **The Opportunity:** We are currently seeking an Engine Concept Designer to join our Engineering Team. This exciting role will assist our Engine Architects and Engineers in the initial design phase as we develop internal combustion engines and other power systems to meet future market needs. The successful candidate will work closely with Product Management and Engineering system and component teams to produce concepts which will allow us to investigate innovative technologies, improve our engine capabilities and extend our market share. **Additional Info** This position is currently a hybrid in-office work model, requiring 3-day weekly office presence onsite at our Peterborough office, with remote work for the remaining days. However, work arrangements may be adjusted at any time based on business needs. **What You Will Do** As a Senior Engineer in the team, you will be an experienced design engineer with comprehensive knowledge of combustion engine systems and an ability to collaborate effectively to understand and meet the objectives of concept design requests. + Create design concepts to incorporate innovative technologies into existing engines in support of New Technology Introduction (NTI) projects. + Explore creative design solutions to improve engine performance and resolve existing issues. + Select and adapt engine options to meet the needs of prospective customers, attending workshops as required with Engine Architects, Product Managers, and customers to develop acceptable solutions. + Develop early engine geometries using basic scantlings and early product objectives to aid review and assist the development of the project business case. **What You Will Have** + Deep knowledge of combustion engine and power system technologies. + Ability to express general schemes and detailed design using CAD tools. + Strong focus on customer needs. + Talent for initiating action and influencing others. + Problem-solving and analysis skills. + Good planning and organisational skills. Candidates will have gained the following skills and experience through previous roles: + Strong technical background. + Deep design experience – backed up with simulation and calculation skills – of engine systems for compression and spark ignited engines using varied fuel sources. + Collaboration skills to agree design proposals which balance the needs for performance and durability with cost and manufacturing requirements. + Good understanding of component manufacturing principles & processes. + Self-motivation and an ability to manage and deliver tasks to meet established commitments. Desirable skills and knowledge include: + Experience with hybridisation and electrification of power systems. + Experience in component and engine validation & verification. + Knowledge and use of Creo and Teamcenter. + Familiarity with Microsoft O365 products. **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 #LI-Hybrid** **Posting Dates:** February 24, 2025 - March 1, 2025 Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community (http://flows.beamery.com/caterpillarinc/talcom) .