Job Description

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: Test & Validation EV Engineer

Salary: £49,500+ (depending on experience)

Location: Peterborough, UK

Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave plus 8 days Bank holidays
• Up to 10% 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 family health and dental care plans, EV car lease, holiday purchase.
• Employee Referral Scheme

About Us:

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

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an EV (Electric Vehicle) Test Engineer to join our team and have a direct impact on the success of the Electrification program within the department. As part of our L5/L6 team you will be involved in a variety of Electric Vehicle (EV) installation and test projects into off-highway machines. You will be working with both Cat & third-party customers to ensure a reliable product is developed and validated in line with the customer’s requirements. You will take ownership of the mechanical and electrical machine integration, commissioning, and testing. The role is based in our Europe Research & Development Centre at the Caterpillar Business Park, Peterborough, UK.

What you will do:

• Adhere to the Organisation's health and safety policy and safe working practices
• Adhere to Caterpillar's Values in Action: Integrity, Commitment, Excellence, Teamwork & Sustainability
• Effectively manage several machine integration projects simultaneously
• Operate a multitude of different off-highway vehicles including but not limited to, Hydraulic Excavators, Back-hoe Loaders, Telehandlers, Track Type Tractors where required
• Diagnose and fix a range of faults on both machines and sub systems
• Work from engineering drawings (electrical, mechanical and hydraulic)
• Produce electrical looms to interface components and machine
• Travel to various off-site test and development facilities both CAT owned and 3rd Party (some overseas).

What You Have

Engineering degree or relevant experience with increasing responsibility

Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviours. Ability to communicate effectively with team members and others in the work group, as well as employees in other units, customers, and suppliers

Technical Excellence: Knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges. Demonstrable high level of mechanical, hydraulic and electrical/electronic aptitude with a good working knowledge of electrical sub systems and machines.

• Good working knowledge of instrumentation and its application
• Excellent PC skills, ability to use Microsoft Office and in-house developed software to analyse data and produce relevant technical reports

Project Management: Knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives.

• Have a fully flexible approach to the job role & responsibilities
• Prepared to undertake job related required training/learning

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

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Posting Dates:

October 19, 2026 - November 1, 2026

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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