Lead Data Scientist

Career Area:

Technology, 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 Description

Job Title: Lead Data Scientist

Salary: £ 66,079 - 82,599 dependant on experience

Location: Peterborough On -Site 5 Days per week

Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave plus 8 Bank Holidays
• Up to 18% bonus
• 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.

About E+ES

Whether it be groundbreaking products, best in class solutions or creating a lifelong career, you can do the work that matters at Caterpillar. With a 100-year legacy of quality and innovation and 150 locations in countries around the world, your impact spans the globe.

Caterpillar’s Electrification & Energy Solutions (E+ES) Division will focus on delivering advanced electrified power train, zero-emissions products/technologies, and the solutions and services associated with these technologies. Focus areas include batteries, fuel cells, motors, inverters, micro grid controllers, charging, energy storage systems, lifecycle solutions/services and integration of components for ePowertrain solutions across industries.

We are looking for top talent to build and scale the next generation of technologies, products and services to help our customers build a better—more sustainable—world. We need self-motivated, intelligent and team-oriented individuals to make our plans a reality. Individuals with high emotional intelligence, humility and openness to discovery will thrive in the teams we are building.

The Opportunity

As a Data Scientist, you will be an integral part of our dedicated analytics team, focused on supporting the development of data-driven insights and tools that help Caterpillar and its customers navigate the energy transition.

You will work with a range of stakeholders, including Business Development, Marketing, and Engineering teams, to analyse machine and operational data and contribute to the development of customer-focused analytics solutions.

This role provides an opportunity to apply data science skills to real-world challenges such as machine electrification, total cost of ownership (TCO), and operational optimisation. You will support the development of analytical models and tools that inform business decisions and enhance customer understanding.

You will also benefit from exposure to Caterpillar’s global centres of excellence, with opportunities to collaborate and learn in areas such as DevOps, cloud platforms, containerisation, and emerging technologies including Generative AI. This role offers strong development opportunities, enabling you to build both technical expertise and a broader understanding of how data science is applied across the organisation.

What Will You Do

• Directing the data gathering, data mining, and data processing processes in huge volume; creating appropriate data models.
• Exploring, promoting, and implementing semantic data capabilities through Natural Language Processing, text analysis and machine learning techniques.
• Leading to define requirements and scope of data analyses; presenting and reporting possible business insights to management using data visualization technologies.
• Conducting research on data model optimization and algorithms to improve effectiveness and accuracy on data analyses.

_Skills

_What you have

• Business Statistics: Knowledge of the statistical tools, processes, and practices to describe business results in measurable scales; ability to use statistical tools and processes to assist in making business decisions.
• Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.
• Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
• Machine Learning: Knowledge of principles, technologies and algorithms of machine learning; ability to develop, implement and deliver related systems, products and services.
• Programming Languages: Knowledge of basic concepts and capabilities of programming; ability to use tools, techniques and platforms in order to write and modify programming languages.
• Query and Database Access Tools: Knowledge of data management systems; ability to use, support and access facilities for searching, extracting and formatting data for further use.
• Requirements Analysis: Knowledge of tools, methods, and techniques of requirement analysis; ability to elicit, analyze and record required business functionality and non-functionality requirements to ensure the success of a system or software development project.

_Knowledge of

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• Experience in a Data Scientist or similar analytical role (or strong relevant academic experience).
• Good foundation in statistical analysis and data science techniques.
• Proficiency in Python and common data science libraries (NumPy, Pandas).
• Experience working with structured datasets; exposure to time-series or operational data is beneficial.
• Basic understanding of APIs or experience working with multiple data sources.
• Experience with cloud-based data platforms or analytics environments (e.g. AWS, Snowflake) is desirable.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn.
• Good communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly.

_Top candidates will also have

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• Experience working in a team environment with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Interest in machine analytics, electrification, or energy systems.
• Experience creating data visualisations or dashboards.
• Familiarity with tools such as Jupyter Notebooks or similar environments.
• A proactive mindset and eagerness to develop new skills.

Additional Information

• The posting closes at 12am on 17th July 2026

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.

NB. 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

Posting Dates:

July 9, 2026 - July 15, 2026

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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