Senior Engineer – Power Systems Integration

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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.

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Engineer - Power Systems Integration to join our engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing, integrating, and maintaining complex product configuration systems that support the design, manufacture, and delivery of industry-leading equipment and solutions.

Working across multiple engineering and business functions, you will ensure product configuration requirements are accurately translated into scalable system solutions that support new product introductions, engineering changes, manufacturing efficiency, and customer requirements.

This position offers the opportunity to work with global teams, influence enterprise-wide configuration strategies, and contribute to the successful delivery of innovative products and technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and support product configuration and systems integration solutions.
• Translate engineering requirements into scalable configuration rules and processes.
• Partner with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and IT teams to deliver integrated solutions.
• Lead configuration testing, validation, implementation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Resolve complex product configuration and data-related issues.
• Support new product introductions and ongoing engineering change activities.
• Provide technical expertise across configuration management and system integration activities.

What We’re Looking For

• Degree qualified in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline or 8+ years relevant industry experience
• Experience with product configuration, systems integration, engineering systems, or product development within a manufacturing or heavy industry environment.
• Understanding of product structures, BOMs, engineering change management, and configuration principles.
• Exposure to PLM, CAD, product configuration, or other enterprise engineering systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and digital technology teams.
• Knowledge of mobile machinery power systems is desirable
• Knowledge of software and control systems is desirable

Additional Information

• Site-based in Burnie Tasmania (5 days per week)
• Relocation assistance maybe offered to the ideal candidate
• Visa sponsorship is not available

Employee Benefits

• Competitive remuneration, including bonus and share options
• Generous parental leave with flexible payment options
• Strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity
• Employee discounts across health, wellbeing, travel, and retail
• Global career progression and development opportunities within Caterpillar

How to Apply

If you’re ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role with a global industry leader, apply via:
www.caterpillar.com/careers

Your road to success begins with Caterpillar.

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Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Caterpillar of Australia is not currently hiring applicants who require sponsorship. As a global company, opportunities may be available in other locations via our careers website.

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