Apprenticeship Product Design & Development Engineer, Level 6

Component and system design, including simulation and predictive techniques to refine designs  Development of drawings and other information to support the release of parts onto Bill of Materials and engine lists in preparation for volume production Write and review technical information and reports to support production design release Collaborate with suppliers to develop specifications and deliver quality solutions through Advanced Product Quality Planning. 
Mechanical verification and validation of engine components and systems  Failure analysis and defect resolution using industry-standard methods Working with our dealer & distributor network to improve the capability, and quality of our products and services working with our engineering teams Supporting new engine installations into machines with customers Visiting customers to provide field support Managing engine service and quality issues and considering commercial aspects  Producing engine service training material and literature  Supporting technical enquiries from customers  Managing warranty claims

Training:

Training schedule has yet to be agreed. Details will be made available at a later date.

Training Outcome:

Upon completion of the apprenticeship, apprentices can apply for IEng (Incorporated Engineer) professional registration status.

Employer Description:
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.

Working Hours :
08:30 to 16:45 Monday to Thursday, 08:30 to 16:15 Friday.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills