Graduate Manufacturing Engineering Scheme Desford 2022

Caterpillar is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. Operating from 50 countries around the globe, the Caterpillar brand has developed into a symbol of strength, respect, and integrity. The organisation has a clear vision to be the global leader in providing customer value in the markets in which it operates.

At Caterpillar, you build what matters—whether it’s the career you want, crucial work skills, strong relationships, or new technologies. – Our work is powered by our people.

About us

Caterpillar Leicester is part of the Building Construction Products (BCP) division, manufacturing a range of world class Backhoe Loaders (BHL) and Compact Wheel Loaders (CWL), as part of the wider BCP range. Products that are reliable, cost effective, versatile, and adaptable.

Each of the product families has several machine models with differing power, capabilities, and features. Leicester is more than just a production facility - it is a full product development centre with global responsibility for its products. Our development facilities include: Advanced 3D CAD systems on-line to other Caterpillar engineering resource centres around the world, full product prototyping and test capabilities, and, through the international network, access to some of the most advanced research and development facilities in the world.

This year we are pleased to be able to offer several student positions within the department including 4 Graduate opportunities.

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 named in the Forbes list of Best Employers for Diversity (2019) and to be the employer of one of the top 50 Women in Engineering (WE50 2021). Caterpillar is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.

The role

From day one, you’re set up to thrive at Caterpillar: helpful training, relatable mentors, global experience, competitive salary package, work-life balance, and the growth opportunities you expect with a Fortune 100 company.

You power our success, and we are committed to empowering yours. After all, when your work can impact the entire world, it’s important to do work that matters.

As a Graduate Trainee, you will be part of a 2-year Graduate Development program, allowing you to rotate within Manufacturing Engineering and within other related teams to build core Engineering skills and product knowledge. 

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will assist in the creation, development, and documentation of new processes to optimise safety and efficiency in line with Caterpillar Production System guiding principles, across the product range. This will include supporting the Production Assembly or Logistics teams for products built at Building Construction Products, Leicester.

As a Manufacturing Engineering Graduate your responsibilities could include-

• Create and develop Standard Work to improve process safety and quality. Produce instructions to Caterpillar Production System & ISO9001 standards for assembly processes
• Create and review risk assessments to drive safety improvements in new and current processes
• Use CAD software to design new tooling and equipment, and develop facility layouts
• Liaise with suppliers to procure new or replacement tooling which includes jigs and fixtures
• Problem solving and continuous improvement activities in the current production environment
• Support resolution of quality issues using 6 Sigma tools, including collaboration with other departments
• Use analytics and take the vast quantity of data we record every day and interrogate it for insights providing visual data driven dashboards.
• Process Efficiency improvements, using lean methodology and processes to improve material flow throughout the facility, reducing waste and improving throughput
• Liaise with other teams and provide feedback and support
• 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

We hold a Meet and Greet day for all new UK Graduate students to provide you with an opportunity to meet fellow new starters across the UK before you start.

After the graduate scheme

After successful completion of the rotational programme, you will progress into a key role where you will directly contribute to the operational and project activity that is at the heart of our business. We will provide you with the training and support you need to be successful at Caterpillar.

About you

Although this is an engineering scheme, we recognise the value that other STEM based qualifications bring to our team. As the type of roles within our business have become more diverse, we are looking for people who are open minded, excellent problem solvers and who have an ability to learn quickly. Prior engine knowledge is not required. 

It is essential that applicants should have achieved or be on track to achieve a minimum of a 2:2 in one of the following disciplines:

• Engineering
• Materials
• Maths
• Science

We are looking for talented, ambitious people from various backgrounds who are interested in setting out on the road to success.