Career Area: EngineeringJob 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 Fluid Lines Design Engineer (Compact Wheel Loader)Salary: £55,500 - £65,900 depending on experienceContract: Full time & permanentLocation: Desford, LeicestershireThe Opportunity:As a Senior Fluid Lines Designer you’ll develop new and innovative fluid lines installations 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 Senior Fluid Lines Designer, you will be responsible for, but not limited to:Leading the design and development of fluid lines installations which are validated to meet functional and technical requirements. This will include the specification, routing, positioning and mounting of static and dynamic fluid carrying components, as well as providing solutions to significant technical challenges.Working across multiple projects, managing multiple concurrent objectives and collaborating with global teams and suppliers to deliver new designs into series production which meet quality, velocity and cost targets.Coordinating with cross-functional teams including sales and marketing, product development, supply chain and manufacturing to manage design changes through the engineering lifecycle.Communicating design status and decisions clearly to stakeholders and participating functional areas through presentations and detailed reports.Providing work direction and coaching to others within a diverse and global team and delivering and receiving constructive feedback with a continuous learning mindset.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:Analytical Thinking: Extensive knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis, and an ability to determine the root cause of problems and create alternative solutions.Computer-Aided Design & Engineering: Extensive knowledge and ability to create 3D CAD geometry using a range of modelling techniques (ideally CREO), apply geometric dimensioning and tolerancing to recognised standards, and complete changes using engineering data management systems (ideally Teamcenter).Product Design and Manufacture: A proven ability to convert customer needs into requirements and specifications which drive the development of concepts through to production designs.Product Design and Development: Extensive knowledge of product features, and an ability to design, build, and develop new products from concept through to production.Top candidates will also have:Master’s Engineering Degree or equivalent level 7 qualification.Expertise in the design, development, manufacture and lifecycle of mobile construction equipment hydraulic system installations.A demonstrable understanding of product development systems and processes, including requirements development, validation, problem-solving methodologies, cost modelling and APQP.Note: Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.What you will getOne Company, Limitless OpportunitiesCaterpillar 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 CommitmentCaterpillar 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.Contract: PermanentBenefits: 27 days annual leave + bank holidays (buy and sell up to 5 days), 12% Bonus, Private Medical (employee – family can be added), Flexible Buy in Benefits such as Private 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 ParkingTravel: Up to 5% and includes UK, Europe, Asia and AmericasPosting Dates: September 3, 2025 - September 17, 2025Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to applyNot ready to apply? Join our .
