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Electrical Engineering Global Process Excellence – 12 Month Placement Scheme

Caterpillar
£26,000
Larne

Expected closing date: Friday, 11 December 2026

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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • Undertake a 12-month industrial placement in Electrical Engineering Global Process Excellence at Caterpillar in Larne, Northern Ireland.
  • Earn £26,000 per year, with benefits including a share scheme, pension, flexible working, and 25 days annual leave.
  • Must be on target for a 2:2 honours degree in a relevant engineering field and in your penultimate year of study.
  • Applications close on 11 December 2026, with placements starting in late June 2027.

About the Role

This is a 12-month industrial placement within the Electric Power Division Global Solutions Engineering team at Caterpillar in Larne, Northern Ireland. You will be involved in custom power product design for diesel and gas-powered generators, focusing on Global Process Excellence.

What You'll Do

  • Oversee and assess product quality and warranty performance.
  • Manage projects to enhance product quality and minimise warranty claims.
  • Monitor and evaluate compliance with product standards.
  • Liaise with shop floor personnel involved in product assembly and manufacturing.
  • Complete foundational training in engineering standards and apply acquired knowledge.
  • Perform other assigned tasks to support the Electric Power Division (EPD).
  • Ensure all work is conducted in accordance with company policies and procedures.

What We're Looking For

  • Students on target to achieve a minimum of a 2:2 honours degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a similar relevant Engineering degree.
  • Must be in your penultimate year of study (unless enrolled in an integrated master’s program) to be eligible for a placement commencing in summer 2027.
  • Open-minded, excellent problem solvers with an ability to learn quickly.
  • Motivated and hard-working individuals who embrace change.

What We Offer

  • Salary: £26,000 per year.
  • Share Scheme.
  • Pension.
  • Flexible working.
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
  • Opportunity to work on strategic projects and collaborate with global teams.
  • A workplace mentor for professional development and skill acquisition.
  • Potential fast-track to Caterpillar's graduate development scheme for high-performing placement students (conditional on graduate role availability and achieving a minimum 2:2).

Recruitment Process

  1. Online Application: Complete the online form and upload your CV.
  2. Online Assessments & Video Interview: If selected, you will complete online assessments and a video interview.
  3. In-Person Assessment Centre: Successful candidates will be invited to an assessment centre in Larne (anticipated week commencing 3rd February 2027).
  4. Offer: Offers will be made following the assessment centre.

Key Dates

  • Placement Start Date: Late June 2027.
  • Assessment Centre: Anticipated week commencing 3rd February 2027.
  • Application Closing Date: 11 December 2026.

Additional Information

  • This is a full-time, 12-month industrial placement.
  • The role requires working onsite five days a week.
  • Travel requirements are less than 5%.