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 Description Career Area: Engineering Job Title: Development Research Technician (Job Code: 217D) Salary: SG19 Location: Peterborough Hiring Manager: Paul Beard Closing Date: Open Job Opportunity: An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Development Research Technician to join our Caterpillar team. The role is based in our Europe Research & Development Centre at the Caterpillar Business Park, Peterborough, UK. Job Responsibilities and Duties: Review and champion the Organisation's health and safety policy and safe working practices. Adhere to Caterpillar's Values in Action: Integrity, Commitment, Excellence, Teamwork & Sustainability Follow documented standard work procedures/instructions, using various hand, power tools and lifting equipment provided in the work area. Assist engineers in conducting technical investigations of current and future product working predominantly with engine components or systems to validate for performance and durability. Operate test equipment and conducts investigation as directed by an engineer to obtain, analyse and summarise data. Records evaluation results in appropriate form (curves, charts, tables, sketches, photographs) with the appropriate tools (hardcopy, software, etc.) to engineer for inclusion in technical reports. Depending on experience and demonstrated skills, may handle limited objective, moderately complex jobs without engineer’s guidance. Technicians will be expected to have direct contact with components working in the lab and with test rigs; observing, operating and testing the product or component, together with recording of various test data measurement points. A practical mechanical engineering background, ideally apprentice trained, is preferred. Keep the work area clean, tidy, and safe in line with 5S and total preventative maintenance (TPM). Undertake training and further learning as required. Skills and Experience: Candidates will have gained the following skills and experience through previous roles: The ability to operate a Fuel injection System Bench such as a Bosch EPS 815 or Hartridge 2560. The ability to operate a Fuel injection Component Bench such as a Hartridge CRi-Pro. Have technical understanding of a DEF injection system Be capable of controlling equipment and Rig calibtration. Be the technical lead for guiding apprentices and new staff within the area. The ability to assess, modify and improve departmental instructions/procedures. Strong interpersonal skills to liaise with various levels of the organisation. An ability to co-ordinate work within the team. The ability to set up various tests on either a bench or test rig, following procedures and schematics for fluid flow and measurement with flow meters and pressure transducers. Intermediate experience of Microsoft Excel, Word & Powerpoint. Applicants will have a practical mechanical engineering background, ideally apprentice trained. Posting Dates: September 16, 2025 - September 16, 2025 Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community .