Lead Technology Specialist / I.T. Project Lead

Career Area:
Business Technologies, Digital and Data
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.
Job Title: Lead Technology Specialist
Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 (Depending on Experience)
Location : Peterborough, Cambridgeshire.
Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave,
• Up to 18% Bonus
• Monthly Car Allowance £600
• Contributory pension scheme - Caterpillar will double the employee's contribution Up to 10%
• Contributory share scheme - Caterpillar will match 50% of the employee's contribution.
• Optional flexible benefits including access to health and dental care plans, EV car lease, holiday purchase.

Flexible working arrangements will be considered for this role, in-line with the needs of the business.
About IPSD
Caterpillar's Industrial Power Systems Division (IPSD) designs, tests and manufactures 0.5 to 18L Cat® and Perkins engines that power over 5000 applications including Marine, Petroleum, Industrial Applications, Electric Generators, and Locomotives. Caterpillar's company strategy includes sustainability as one of four focus areas and IPSD is engaged and actively preparing green energy solutions for the future.
What experiences can the Test Data Systems team offer you?
We are automation champions! Using our skills in Information Technology (I.T.), coding, system integration and debugging, we develop, integrate, and configure automation and data management software and solutions; Delivering a comprehensive, feature rich, flexible, optimized and robust set of automated test solutions (logic and infrastructure) that can be used by our internal partners to efficiently develop our next generation of power systems!
As a Lead Technology Specialist in the Test Data Systems team, you will consult and lead projects, supporting and enhancing the I.T. infrastructure, solutions and processes that underpin the test automation platforms used within the Europe Research and Development Center!
What You Will Do
Job duties and responsibilities (may include, but are not limited to):

• Manage the ~200 PC systems and multiple network security zones (think firewalled subnets and their associated rulesets) that host/support our test automation
• Manage our I.T. processes and standard work
• Coordinate work for our I.T. Technicians (Prioritisation)
• Engage in challenging work, solving real-world I.T. problems
• Work effectively with our automation team comprised of Product Owners, Software Architects, System Integration Engineers, Automation Developers, Testers and I.T. Technicians
• Consult on client requirements and propose technology solutions and business cases; guide in evaluating, selecting and utilizing new and existing tools and techniques
• Provide subject matter expertise and solutions on comprehensive technology issues
• Lead the design, testing and technology implementation of technical projects
• Ensure that the design and implementation of technologies are compliant with existing standards and processes

What You Will Demonstrate:
Leadership Attributes:

• Our values and enterprise behaviour
• Good business skills and judgement
• Intellectual Curiosity
• Setting challenging targets and prioritize to achieve results

What you will have:
Effective Communication:

• Able to engage and provide clarity to a global workgroup, showing awareness of different cultural and individual needs
• High standard of written and verbal communication

Technical Excellence:

• Degree (minimum 2:2) in an I.T. discipline or equivalent relevant experience
• Significant experience managing challenging I.T. projects, from requirements, to implementation and maintenance
• Great understanding of the evolving I.T. landscape and a passion for learning in this space
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills including ability to troubleshoot system interaction issues, identify root causes and develop appropriate solutions
• Coaches others in promoting, defining, analysing, and providing superior technical solutions to business problems
• Coaches others on advanced diagnostic techniques and tools for unusual or performance-related problems

What You Will Get:
We look forward to welcoming the successful candidate to our dynamic, diverse and friendly team. We have a culture of openness, autonomy, support, personal development as well as a continuous drive for improvement
Come join us!
Additional Information:

• Hybrid working pattern - 3 days in the office.

About Caterpillar
Caterpillar Inc. 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. For nearly 100 years, we've been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.
The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined.
Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting. #LI-Hybrid
Posting Dates:
November 12, 2024 - November 25, 2024
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).
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