**Career Area:** Students and Graduates **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. **Electrical & Electronic Control Systems Engineering - 12 Month Industrial Placement Scheme** **Discipline: Caterpillar Technology – Electronic Control Systems** **Location: Peterborough, UK** **Salary** : **£24,500, Share Scheme, Pension, Flexible working, and 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays).** We currently have some exciting opportunities for industrial placement students to join Caterpillar. 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 placement year. **_*Please note that in order to be eligible to complete a 12 Month Industrial Placement commencing July 2026, you must be in your penultimate year of study unless enrolled in an integrated master’s program._** **What do we do?** 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 (Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, Commitment and Sustainability) are key to our success. Based in Peterborough, the Caterpillar Technology team offers some of the most dynamic and forward-thinking engineering opportunities within the global Caterpillar organisation. Our work focuses on integrating cutting-edge electronic control systems across a wide range of Caterpillar products, driving innovation and delivering exceptional value to our customers. By leveraging the latest advancements in Electronics and Electrical technology, we enable superior product performance and differentiation in the marketplace. Our engine systems precisely manage air and fuel delivery, power response, and aftertreatment processes to optimise performance and minimise emissions. Our battery management systems incorporate advanced algorithms for State of Charge (SoC), State of Health (SoH), and State of Function (SoF), ensuring functional safety and efficient energy management. These systems seamlessly integrate with powertrain controllers, chargers, and machine controls. We also develop fully integrated machine systems that govern every aspect of construction equipment operation, from engine and transmission control to electric powertrains and hydraulics. These systems provide intuitive human-machine interfaces, monitor real-time diagnostics and prognostics, and enable automation, enhanced productivity, and improved serviceability. **Diversity at Caterpillar** 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. **What experiences can we offer you?** As an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity at Caterpillar and believe the more experience you can gain early in your career the further you can go. That’s why during our yearlong scheme we place an emphasis on multiple diverse projects. You will have the opportunity to work and collaborate with people in Caterpillar facilities worldwide and we are looking for you to bring fresh, innovative ideas to solve complex technical problems. You will be a fully involved team member with responsibility and accountability for key deliverables. That said, you will be given all the support you require to be successful. Our placement roles have the additional benefit of a workplace mentor; this could be your manager or a technical expert who will support you throughout your time at Caterpillar and help you gain the professional development and skills you need to be set up for success! Our placement students can expect to return to university with further developed technical skills and experience of how University learning is applied to the workplace. We also operate a conditional offer process; our highest performing placement students are fast tracked to our graduate development scheme. This includes a financial incentive and the potential of a summer work placement. Offers will be made based on the condition that a graduate role is available at the time of your graduation and that you achieve a min of 2:2. **Job duties/responsibilities will include but are not limited to:** During your placement you will have the opportunity to work with teams focused on the integration, development, application and validation of electrical and electronic control systems for diesel engine, electric drivetrain or construction equipment products. You will be an active team member working on real development projects, alongside experienced engineers, gaining exposure to: + system specifications + embedded software design and development + control system modelling and analysis + component selection and validation + system level development and validation + product health analysis or quality issue resolution You will also collaborate with team members worldwide as part of the global team. Working with experienced technical team leaders and mentors you will receive all the coaching, guidance and support for your work, personal development and professional accreditation. **Who are we looking for?** 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 an ability to learn quickly. You will be motivated, hard-working, and will embrace change. 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. + Applicants will be on target to achieve a minimum of 2:2 honours degree level in a relevant discipline – Aeronautical, Aerospace, Agricultural, Automotive, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Control Systems, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Maths and Physical Sciences. You will also require excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interact regularly with customers and colleagues within the Caterpillar global team. Travel to customer sites within Europe may be required. **Additional Info** + This role is based from the office in Peterborough and will require 5 days per week on site. **Recruitment Process Guidelines:** Here is a brief overview of what you can expect when applying to our Early Career roles… **Online Application:** The first stage of the process is to complete the online application and attach your CV, this must be done before the closing date of the role that you're applying for. Once we reach the close date, we will begin reviewing all our applications, this may take a little while and we will contact you as soon as possible to let you know if you have been successful in moving forward to the next stage. **Stage one – Video Interview:** If selected, you will be invited to complete a user-friendly video interview which will then be reviewed by the Hiring Team. At this stage, if you are successful, you will be invited to attend an Assessment Centre which we anticipate will be held week commencing 24th November 2025. We would also recommend that you check your spam emails and your Workday account for updates. **Stage two - Assessment Centre:** The Assessment Centre Day will look at a range of behaviors such as teamwork, decision-making, communication, and problem-solving. We aim to make these days fun, inclusive and as relaxed as possible. **Stage three – Offer:** After the Assessment Centre, the Caterpillar team will review the feedback and extend offers to our preferred candidates, we aim to do this as quickly as possible. Placement students will start on 6th July 2026. We look forward to receiving your application to join Caterpillar! **Posting Dates:** September 9, 2025 - October 7, 2025 Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply Not ready to apply? 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