We currently have lots of exciting opportunities for Graduates to join Caterpillar across the UK!
New graduates are critical to the success of our business. You power our success, and we are committed to empowering yours. After all, when your work can impact the entire world, it’s important to do work that matters.
We are looking for talented, ambitious people from various backgrounds who are interested in setting out on the road to success and in return, we will provide you the training, mentoring, and support you need to have a successful career at Caterpillar.
Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives. Since 1925, we’ve been driving sustainable progress and helping customers build a better world through innovative products and services. Throughout the product life cycle, we offer services built on cutting-edge technology and decades of product expertise. These products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value to help our customers succeed.
We have a clear vision to be the global leader in providing customer value in the markets in which we operate. Our core values (Safety, Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, Commitment and Sustainability) are key to our success.
At our Peterborough Campus we have a 500-person engineering team who design, develop, test and manufacture powertrain solutions for Caterpillar and third-party customers. Our world-class test facilities and partnerships with leading universities allow us to develop new technologies and support our global manufacturing sites. We have an ever-growing focus on next generation powertrain solutions, helping our customers progress towards Carbon Net Zero. We harness the power of data science and advanced simulation techniques, alongside traditional engineering disciplines, to create sustainable digital services and solutions that will power our customers’ future.
Our two-year GTS graduate development scheme offers hands-on experience in Manufacturing Systems Engineering, combining digital manufacturing technology, production support and project delivery. Rotations typically last 6-12 months and will allow you to build an understanding of how integrated systems, manufacturing data and shop-floor processes work together to support safe, efficient and high-quality engine production. Depending on business priorities, your experience could include:
Based within GTS, you could collaborate with colleagues across Operations, Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, Product Development, Logistics, Finance, Purchasing and Information Technology, as well as suppliers and technology partners. This breadth of exposure will help you understand how manufacturing processes, people, data and enterprise systems connect across a global organisation.
Throughout the scheme, you will be encouraged to take ownership, contribute ideas and lead meaningful pieces of work with the right balance of support and independence. Alongside structured training and mentoring, you will develop practical experience in problem-solving, stakeholder engagement, systems thinking, project delivery and communicating technical information clearly. Within a short period of time, you will become an embedded member of the Manufacturing Systems Engineering team and see the impact of your work in production.
On successful completion of the scheme, you will be well placed to progress into a role in portfolio or project management, business operations, planning, analytics or continuous improvement. With experience across multiple teams, a strong internal network and ongoing career support, you will have the foundations to build a varied and rewarding career within Caterpillar’s global organisation.
As the type of roles within our business are becoming more diverse, we are looking for people who are open minded, excellent problem solvers and who have the ability to learn quickly. You will be motivated, hard-working, and will embrace change. You should be able to demonstrate teamwork, have strong communication skills that can be applied to all levels of the business and be self-motivated with an enthusiasm for engineering and technology. You should be able to demonstrate intellectual curiosity, the ability to analyse problems and offer outside-of-the-box solutions. In return for your dedication and hard work, you will be provided with excellent career opportunities and strong support for your personal and career development to pursue a career within Caterpillar.
A predicted 2:2 Honour’s degree or equivalent preferably in a relevant engineering, manufacturing or digital technology subject, examples include but are not limited to the following:
Other relevant engineering, computing, technology or STEM disciplines will also be considered.
When we leverage our people's experiences, backgrounds, and cultures in an inclusive environment, we enable every individual to achieve their full potential, which drives business success. We are proud to be active partners with both the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) & Women's Engineering Society (WES). We also have numerous well supported employee resource groups. Caterpillar is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.
We're excited that you're considering a career with Caterpillar. Below is an overview of our Early Careers recruitment process and what you can expect at each stage.
To apply, simply complete our online application form and upload your CV before the advertised closing date.
Our team will review all submissions & we'll keep you updated and let you know as soon as possible if you've been selected to progress to the next stage.
If you are selected to move forward in the process, you'll be invited to complete some online assessments, followed by a user-friendly video interview. Your responses will be reviewed by the hiring team and successful candidates will then be invited to attend an in-person Assessment Centre / Interview, which we anticipate will take place on 10th March 2027 at our Peterborough facility. If possible, we recommend keeping this date available.
To ensure you don't miss any communications from us, please regularly check your text, email inbox (including your spam/junk folder) and your Workday account for updates.
Our Assessment Centre is designed to help you showcase your potential through a range of interactive activities focused on competencies such as teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making.
We aim to make the experience engaging, inclusive, and relaxed, giving you the best opportunity to demonstrate your strengths and learn more about Caterpillar.
Following the Assessment Centre, the Caterpillar team will review all feedback and make hiring decisions. We aim to communicate outcomes and extend offers to successful candidates as quickly as possible. Placement students will start on 5th July 2027.
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