Mechanical Design Engineer

Career Area:

Engineering

Job Description:

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:

Design Engineer

Salary:

£41,500 to £50,000 (depending on experience)

Location:

Wimborne, Dorset

Benefits

25 days annual leave

• Up to 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 health and dental care plans, EV car lease, holiday purchase.

Additional Information

This role requires a 5 day in the office model.

About Caterpillar Marine

Caterpillar Marine, with headquarters in Houston, Texas, offers premium power solutions for a wide range of marine applications. With decades of experience designing engines and aftertreatment solutions, Caterpillar Marine products set the standard for quality, performance, and reliability. Caterpillar is dedicated to being your service provider on the water to provide engine and operational success. With Customer Value Agreements (CVAs), customers can take advantage of an extensive array of service options that can be tailored to their specific needs. Combined with our digital solutions, a CVA can provide valuable insights to engine health and performance. The global sales and service network is ready to support customers in tug, offshore, inland waterways, fishing, governmental, dredge, ferry, and yachting wherever they are.

Job Opportunity

An exciting opportunity for a dynamic individual with a passion for progression to join our Engineering design team at the Caterpillar Marine facility in the UK. Our Wimborne facility is responsible for the design, manufacture, sales & support of all Caterpillar Marine product up to 500 bhp for propulsion and 200 ekW for the genset range.

The team has responsibility for all areas of the engine & genset design, with particular focus on fuel system, electrical system, cooling system and structural components as well as working directly with global colleagues on the core engine component selection.

Within this design role you will work on internal and external customers projects, including new product introductions, current product maintenance, cost reduction activities and supplier development opportunities.

Job Responsibilities and Duties

• Concept through to detailed design of new and innovative solutions which are validated to meet functional and technical requirements
• Make calculations, design decisions with necessary analysis.
• Provides technical guidance to ensure the design and drawings meet our exacting engineering standards.
• Work directly with global teams, suppliers, customers, production facilities to define problems and collaborate to reach solutions.
• Effectively communicating technical information, project updates, and challenges in a succinct and accurate manner to diverse audiences.

Skills Descriptors

• Engineering Degree Qualification
• Analytical Thinking
• Self-starter and highly motivated with a passion for self-development and career growth.
• The ability to work independently by applying the theory and knowledge learned.
• Effective Communications
• Good communication skills, good organizational and time management skills.
• Technical Excellence
• Requires a good knowledge of mechanical design and computer aptitude.
• The ability to conceive product designs and prepare design models.
• Proficiency in PTC Creo or other modelling or simulation tools.
• Geometric Dimensions & Tolerancing to ASME Y14.5.

Candidates may have gained the following skills and experience through previous roles

• FEA Simulation - Modal & Static analysis
• Light Fabrication Design.
• Previous experience of Siemens Teamcenter & Visualisation tools

NB. The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined.

Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.

Posting Dates:

February 26, 2026 - March 13, 2026

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

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