Electro-Mechanical Engineer Level 6 Apprenticeship

Peterborough - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 9 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Career Area:

Students and Graduates

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar yourejoining 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 dontjust 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.

We are Caterpillar

When you join Caterpillar you are joining a team of makersinnovatorsand doers. We are the people who roll up our sleeves and do the work to build a better world. Wedontjust talk about progress and innovation. We make it happen. And we are proud of that because it helps our customers build and power the world we live in the roads hospitalshomesand infrastructure.

We are Caterpillar. Are you

OneCompanyLimitlessOpportunities

Caterpillar is the worlds leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment off-highway diesel and natural gas engines industrial gasturbinesand diesel-electric locomotives.We do business on every continent principallyoperatingthrough three primary segments Construction Industries Resource Industries and Energy & Transportation and providing financing and related services through our Financial Products segment.

CareersatCaterpillarare limitless we have opportunitiesin Engineering Human ResourcesManufacturing Marketing Sales Supply Chain and so much more. You can create the career you want.Itsyour time and talent make it count.

TheApprenticeship

An apprenticeship is a paid job wherethe employeelearnsand gainsvaluable real-lifeexperiences.

We are looking for2apprenticesto join ourIntegrated Component and Solutions (ICS)teamlocatedat ourPeterborough facility(PE1 5FQ).

We are engineers materials scientists and technicians. We are strategists innovators and problem solvers. We partner acrossCaterpillarto develop the technology that enables the success of our customers. Ourcutting-edgesolutions are integrated across the Caterpillar portfolio.

INTEGRATED We deliver a competitive advantage toCaterpillarthrough deep integration within our products and services in support of customer success.

COMPONENTS We design and build the best performing best value components and systems that form the backbone of our Aftermarket Solutions.

SOLUTIONS Beyond components we provide trusted engineering research validation and manufacturing services to our internal clients and technology leadership forCaterpillar. We help our customers be more successful with our solutions than with any competitor.

Apprentices joining this team will have the opportunity to collaborate with our technical experts worldwidefocused on the integration developmentapplicationand validation of electrical and electronic control systems for diesel engines electricdrivetrainsand construction machine products.

Our apprentices will:

Earn a competitive salary package starting at c. 24931per year

Receive 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Have access toa contributory share and pension scheme flexible benefits flexible working opportunities family-friendly policies and up to 9% bonus.

In collaboration with our partnered training providerUniversity of Nottingham our6-yeardegreeapprenticeshipscheme will enable you to grow and develop your capabilitiesand gain a degree from a Russell Group University.Alongside on-the-job training supported by relatable mentors apprentices will undertake off-the-job training during theircontractedworking hours to develop the knowledgeskillsandbehavioursto become effective engineers. Successful completion of the apprenticeshipwill lead to lifelong professional qualifications including:

AnElectro-Mechanical Engineer degreeapprenticeshipcertificate and

ABEng (Hons) Electro-Mechanical Engineering.

As part of this programme apprenticesare required toattend university on a block release basis therefore apprenticesare required totravel and potentially stay over.

This degree apprenticeship is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers and is working towards accreditation from the Institution of Engineering and Technology.

TheExperience

Apprenticeswillhave the opportunity toworkon projectsto design and develop ournew productsystemsunder the guidance of ourexpert staff.This will compliment universitystudies and allow the apprentice to develop tobecomeaqualified engineerand valued member of our team.

Apprentices will gain exposure to:

Embedded software design and development

Control system modelling and analysis

Electroniccomponentselectionand validation

System specifications

System level development and validation

Product health analysis and quality issue resolution.

EntryRequirement

GCSEs:Maths at Grade 5 and English Language at Grade 4 or above.

A-Levels:BBBgrades to include Mathematics.

Note :

Relevant engineering BTEC qualification preceding levelapprenticeshipor equivalent demonstrable work experience in the occupational area also welcome.

Unfortunately the following A-Levels will not be accepted: Citizenship Skills GeneralStudiesand Critical Thinking.

You can apply with predicted grades. Ifyouresuccessful at the interview stage the job offer will be conditional on you achieving the required grades before September 2026.

Our Culture

Theresmore to work at Caterpillar than just the work itself. We hire smart friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves tohigh standardsand make sure our values of integrity excellence teamworkcommitmentand sustainability come to life in the way we work.

Webelieve diversity and inclusion are fundamental to innovation. We respect and value people with different opinions experiences and backgrounds and believe that by working together we can produce better resultsthan any of us can achieve alone.Caterpillar is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.

OurSustainabilityCommitment

Caterpillar has a long-standing commitment to sustainability one of our five Values in Action. It is part of who we are and what we do.We actively leadsustainable green initiativesto preserve the environment help reduce poverty with the Caterpillar Foundationand stay involved in the communities we help build.

PostApprenticeship

Aftersuccessful completionofthe apprenticeship youwill bevery likelyto be offered a position within our world-class team with plenty of opportunity for long-term progression.We will provide youwiththe training and support you need to be successful at Caterpillar.

Recruitment Timeline

Go Live:1st December 2025

Closing Date:18th January 2026

Interview/Assessment Centre Day (in-person):Between 30th March - 10th April 2026

University of Nottingham Apprenticeship Preview Date (by invitation): TBC- Approx. end of June 2026

Engagement Day (in-person):2nd July 2026 (provisional)

Employment Start Date:7th September 2026 (provisional)

The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your skills and experience on your application relevant to the criteria outlined.

Pending the number of applications the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Please only apply for a maximum of two apprenticeship schemes. You may be given the opportunity of being considered for other schemes at a later stage.

Recruitment Process

Stage one Online Application: The first stage of the process is to complete the online application; this must be done before the closing date of the role that youre applying for. Once we reach the close date we will begin reviewing all our applications this may take a little while and we will contact you as soon as possible to let you know if you have been successful in moving forward to the next stage.

Stage two Assessment Centre: The half day assessment centre (i.e. interview) will look at a range of behaviours such as teamwork decision-making communication and problem-solving. Each will consist of a group exercise an interview and a presentation. Details will vary depending on the career area/role you are applying for. We aim to make these days fun inclusive and as relaxed as possible.

Stage three Offer: After the assessment centre the Caterpillar team will review the feedback and extend offers to our chosen candidates we aim to do this as quickly as possible.

We hold an Engagement Day for all new apprentices to provide you with an opportunity to meet fellow new starters across the facility before your employment start date. Apprentices will join the business in September 2026.

We look forward to receiving your application to join Caterpillar.If you have a question please do not hesitate to get in touch with the team on .

Posting Dates:

December 1 2025 - January 18 2026

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

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Career Area:Students and GraduatesJob Description:Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar yourejoining 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 stron...