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: Product Configuration Engineer (Compact Wheel Loader)
Salary: £47,700 - £56,600 depending on experience
Contract: Full time & permanent
Location: Desford, Leicestershire
As a Product Configuration Engineer, you’ll own and manage the product configurations and options for our industry-leading mobile construction products. Based in Desford, UK, you’ll join the technical team shaping the next generation of Compact Wheel Loaders. This is a key role within product development and manufacturing, where you’ll help ensure our machines meet the highest standards.
As a Product Configuration Engineer, you will be responsible for, but not limited to:
Coordinating with product development groups, sales and marketing, supply chain, manufacturing operations and other stakeholders to implement engineering changes.
NB. The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined.
What you can demonstrate:
Computer-Aided Design & Engineering: Knowledge of 3D CAD (ideally CREO) with an ability to create assemblies and bills-of-material using co-ordinate systems, and knowledge of engineering data management systems (ideally Teamcenter) with an ability to identify, evaluate, approve, monitor, document and implement changes.
Top candidates will also have:
Note: Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.
One Company, Limitless Opportunities
Caterpillar 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. We do business on every continent, principally operating through three primary segments – Construction Industries, Resource Industries, and Energy & Transportation – and providing financing and related services through our Financial Products segment.
Careers at Caterpillar are limitless, we have opportunities in Engineering, Human Resources, Manufacturing, Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain and so much more. You can create the career you want. It’s your time and talent, make it count.
Our Sustainability Commitment
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 lead sustainable green initiatives to preserve the environment, help reduce poverty with the Caterpillar Foundation and stay involved in the communities we help build.
Benefits: 27 days annual leave + bank holidays (buy and sell up to 5 days), 10% Bonus, Flexible Buy in Benefits such as Private Medical, Healthcare, Vison & Dental schemes, Green Car Scheme and more, Share Scheme (50% Company Matched), Contributory Pension Scheme (Contribution double by Company up to 10%), Free Car Parking
Travel: Up to 5% and includes UK, Europe, Asia and Americas
Posting Dates:
September 1, 2025 - September 15, 2025
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply
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