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: Senior Manufacturing Engineering Manager
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £88,251 - £110,071
Location: Peterlee, County Durham
Hours: Full-Time – 36.50
Travel: Up to 10%
Hiring Manager: Paul Armstrong
Benefits:
About Caterpillar Peterlee
Caterpillar Peterlee is the worldwide source of Cat® Articulated Trucks, currently producing an 8-model range used in many industries including mining, construction and aggregates. The facility's manufacturing activities use the latest computer analysis techniques, robotic technology and automated dump body paint plant. Machines from the site are shipped to customers around the world.
The Opportunity
This position leads manufacturing engineering and Tooling / robotics teams to ensure projects and processes align with organizational objectives and policies. The role focuses on managing team performance, fostering professional development, and driving continuous improvement aligned to regulatory and business requirements. Responsibilities include optimizing product and process quality, cost-effectiveness, and efficiency; overseeing the design, development, and manufacturing of components and systems; and resolving process engineering and quality issues throughout the product lifecycle.
Primary Roles/Responsibilities include but not limited to:
Manufacturing Engineering Team Responsibilities:
Process Engineering
Process Validation
Capital MGPP Creation
Strategic Leadership
Manufacturing Systems & MBOM Creation
NPI Governance & Process Design
Tooling Team
Primary Responsibilities:
Robotics Team
Primary Responsibilities:
Skills, experience & qualifications you will have:
Manufacturing Application Systems: Level Working Knowledge:
Knowledge of company and industry databases and applications used in a manufacturing environment; ability to operate, maintain and update these systems.
Manufacturing Equipment: Level Working Knowledge:
Knowledge of the electrical, mechanical and logistics equipment used in manufacturing; ability to safely operate, maintain, update and store them.
Planning: Tactical, Strategic: Level Extensive Experience:
Knowledge of effective planning techniques and ability to contribute to operational (short term), tactical (1-2 years) and strategic (3-5 years) planning in support of the overall business plan.
Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Level Expert:
Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
Technical Excellence: Level Extensive Experience:
Knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges.
Communicating for impact: Level Working Knowledge:
Knowledge of the concepts, tools and techniques for effective listening and communicating; ability to apply these theories to receive, transmit and accurately interpret information and ideas to influence others in various situations.
Customer/Market Focus: Level Extensive Experience:
Understanding of the importance of remaining aware of shifting market priorities and ability to respond to internal and external customer needs in a manner that consistently adds value.
Managing People Level Extensive Experience:
Knowledge of processes involved in managing people; ability to lead successful teams, and diligently address issues related to performance and conflicts at the workplace
Collaborating Globally: Level Extensive Experience:
Knowledge of effective collaboration techniques and ability to build networks with people from different countries and cultures, think and work with them to bring positive impact and flourishing business results.
Influencing through expertise: Level Extensive Experience:
Knowledge of effective influencing tactics and strategies; ability to use these to deepen own expertise and impact or challenge decisions within and outside own organization.
Top candidates will have:
Strong collaboration skills across multiple teams, roles, and cultures in a matrix organization, extensive experience working with global teams.
What You Will Get
We look forward to welcoming the successful candidate to our dynamic, diverse, and friendly team. We have a culture of openness, autonomy, support, and personal development as well as a continuous drive for improvement.
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 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. #LI
Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.
NB. The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined.
Posting Dates:
December 19, 2025 - January 10, 2026
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply
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