Design Engineer - Current Production

Design Engineer – Current Production (Backhoe Loader)

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.

Join our production engineering team and help shape the future of Caterpillar's Backhoe Loader, a globally recognized product built right here in Desford.

You'll support design changes that improve performance, reliability and efficiency, working closely with our teams in Brazil and India to ensure consistency across all sites. This role is hands-on, collaborative, and focused on delivering robust solutions that keep production running smoothly.

If you're process-driven, proactive, and ready to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you!

As a Design Engineer, you will be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Deliver design changes that improve product performance, reliability, and cost-efficiency.
• Collaborate with global teams to maintain product commonality.
• Support production engineering activities and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure robust validation of design updates before implementation.
• Contribute to the development of engineering procedures and best practices.

Top candidates will also have:

• A Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or a related accredited discipline).
• PTC Creo with working level experience in Sheet Metal and Hose Routing tools.
• Siemens Teamcenter with some experience with Change Notices and Releasing.
• Working Knowledge of Caterpillar Engineering Standards and best practices.

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.

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.

Your training will include Caterpillar's design and procurement tools, along with hands-on machine operation to deepen product understanding. Project-dependent opportunities may also arise to collaborate with global teams in the USA, Brazil, and India.

Benefits include 27 days annual leave plus Bank holidays – opportunity to buy and sell, 10% Bonus, Contributory pension scheme – Caterpillar will double the employee's contribution up to 10%, Contributory share scheme – Caterpillar will match 50% of the employee's contribution, optional flexible benefits including access to private health and dental care plans, EV car lease etc.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.