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Job Title: Instrumentation Fitter
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
Your responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
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Machine Preparation: Prepare machines for test (e.g., hydraulic fittings, mechanical components).
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Installation: Install instrumentation on a test machine.
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Problem Solving: Contribute to the identification, analysis, and resolution of problems during machine setup for test and development.
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Decommissioning: Return machines to their original, pre-test condition after a test.
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Task Management: Balance multiple tasks effectively to deliver tests to strict deadlines.
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Global Collaboration: Work as part of a global development team, with potential travel up to 15% (1-2 weeks at a time).
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Communication: Coordinate smoothly with customers, team members, and other business units to understand internal and external needs.
Qualifications & SkillsRequired:
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Strong assembly and fitting skills alongside basic electrical skills.
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Previous experience using instrumentation for testing purposes.
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Knowledge and experience with equipment calibration and ISO9001 / ISO17025 standards.
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Technical knowledge of construction machinery, off-highway, automotive, or a similar industry.
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A self-starter mindset with the initiative to perform complex tasks.
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Clear communication skills to explain technical information across different teams and units.
Desired:
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Experience working with various products, processes, or systems (e.g., engines, hydraulics, structures, cabs).
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A sound understanding of mathematics.
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Basic computer skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
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