At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare and install instrumentation on cutting-edge machinery for testing.
- Company: Join Caterpillar, a leader in global construction products.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, dynamic work environment, and potential travel opportunities.
- Other info: Exciting career growth with hands-on projects and diverse tasks.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on next-gen machinery and collaborate globally.
- Qualifications: Strong assembly skills and basic electrical knowledge required.
Are you ready to see your technical skills directly impact global products? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where no two testing days are exactly the same? If so, we want to hear from you.
Location: Leicester (Desford)
Pay Rate: £18.00 - £19.96 / hour
About the Role
Want to help shape the future of Caterpillar's Building Construction Products? At Caterpillar Leicester, our Test and Validation Team builds, develops, and tests next-generation machinery to ensure it hits peak performance and durability before it ever reaches production. As an Instrumentation Fitter, you will tackle complex, hands-on projects—collaborating directly with Technicians and Test Engineers to set up machines (like BHL, CWL, and TH) for critical validation tests.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Machine Preparation: Prepare machines for test (e.g., hydraulic fittings, mechanical components).
- Installation: Install instrumentation on a test machine.
- Problem Solving: Contribute to the identification, analysis, and resolution of problems during machine setup for test and development.
- Decommissioning: Return machines to their original, pre-test condition after a test.
- Task Management: Balance multiple tasks effectively to deliver tests to strict deadlines.
- Global Collaboration: Work as part of a global development team, with potential travel up to 15% (1-2 weeks at a time).
- Communication: Coordinate smoothly with customers, team members, and other business units to understand internal and external needs.
Qualifications & Skills
Required:
- Strong assembly and fitting skills alongside basic electrical skills.
- Previous experience using instrumentation for testing purposes.
- Knowledge and experience with equipment calibration and ISO9001 / ISO17025 standards.
- Technical knowledge of construction machinery, off-highway, automotive, or a similar industry.
- A self-starter mindset with the initiative to perform complex tasks.
- Clear communication skills to explain technical information across different teams and units.
Desired:
- Experience working with various products, processes, or systems (e.g., engines, hydraulics, structures, cabs).
- A sound understanding of mathematics.
- Basic computer skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
Instrumentation Fitter employer: Randstad Inhouse Services
Randstad Inhouse Services is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and growth. With competitive pay rates, flexible benefits, and access to an on-site gym, employees in Peterlee can enjoy a balanced work-life experience while developing their skills in a dynamic environment.
