Process Engineer – Controls in the Machining Operations Team
Job Location:
Peterborough - UK
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Job Title: Process Engineer Controls in the Machining Operations Team
Salary: 19.70 to 22.76 per hour Dependant on skills & experience
Location: Peterborough
Benefits:
25 days annual leave
Up to 6% bonus
Contributory pension scheme - Caterpillar will double the employees contribution Up to 10%
Contributory share scheme - Caterpillar will match 50% of the employees contribution.
Optional flexible benefits including access to health and dental care plans EV car lease holiday purchase.
About IPSD
Caterpillars Industrial Power Systems Division (IPSD) has worldwide responsibility for the design and manufacturing of 0.5L-18L engines as well as worldwide responsibility for sales support and marketing of industrial engines 0.5-64L and Caterpillar Defense. IPSD products are sustainably manufactured marketed sold and supported under the Cat and Perkins brands including diesel gas alternative fuels hybrids and electric solutions. IPSDs portfolio also includes the Energy & Transportation Procurement organization which is responsible for sourcing strategies throughout the lifecycle of our products and services. Caterpillars 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
We are looking for a Process Engineer - Controls - to fulfil a role within our Machining Operations team.
If you would like to be part of a wide-ranging team working alongside the multiskilled Maintenance & Controls Team and Project Engineers
providing local facility support to multiple Machining processes and supporting our production customers then this is your opportunity. This is an excellent opportunity for skilled individuals to progress & develop their career.
What You Will Do:
* Able to demonstrate a thorough working knowledge & ability in Control Systems
* Able to provide technical expertise in Control Systems & Automation to the Operations Maintenance & Controls team for multiple Machining facility processes
* Enable Manufacturing / Project Engineers to deliver production processes supported by appropriate control systems.
* Able to trouble shoot process issues on PLC Systems / Interfaced systems & networks (e.g. Asi Profibus Profinet) using a logical & systematic approach
Implement controls projects in house & capture cost savings vs external sourcing
* Implement Equipment upgrades and Obsolescence removal
Coach & Develop Maintenance & Man Eng colleagues in specific areas of expertise as required
You will be evaluated in line with the below competencies - Building Trust Customer Focus Decision Making Effective Communication Enterprise Point of View Focus on Quality Inclusive Environment Personal Accountability Personal Development Working Safely Working Together.
What You Have:
NVQ Level 3 / Time served Apprentice background or equivalent qualification
Extensive Maintenance experience across multiple Control Systems & Processes
Experience in PLC related & NC machines
Preferred Siemens Simatic Manager / TIA
Ability to read Engineering Drawings Schematics Electrical Drawings & PLC / Ladder Diagrams
PLC programming skills in current control systems
Background in a Manufacturing environment
Top Candidates may have:
Experience of Fanuc Robots an advantage
Experience of Fanuc Controlled Machine Tools an advantage
CAD Skills to modify & create controls drawings
Persistent & skilled in training & developing individuals with varying levels of ability
About Caterpillar
Caterpillar Inc. is the worlds 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 weve 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
Posting Dates:
June 8 2026 - June 21 2026Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply
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Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Caterpillar is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial turbines and diesel-electric locomotives.
