Workshop Technician

Overview
Career Area:
Manufacturing
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.
The Caterpillar Oil & Gas and Marine Division has a diverse and global portfolio encompassing the brands Cat, MaK and SPM. Over 2500 employees in 25 countries deliver excellence in manufacturing, sales, services and operations to our customers.
MaK, one of the top engine brands in the medium-speed propulsion market, currently has an opportunity for a
Workshop Technician
in Singapore. Working in the MaK Asia workshop in Singapore, you will perform service, maintenance and overhauling on MaK medium speed marine engine components in a safe manner independently. This repair work requires broad mechanical skills, basic diagnostic capabilities, and an understanding of workshop machinery, machining, tooling, equipment, and medium speed marine engines. You will be required to attend local / Overseas onboard vessels and perform engine component servicing as and when required.
What You Will Do:
Performs servicing, overhauling, and repair of MaK medium speed engine components which includes machining of cylinder head valve stems, valve seat inserts, oversize valve seat pockets, valve guides, cylinder liner honing, diamond lapping, fuel injection pumps, injectors, pumps, pistons, connecting rods, turbochargers etc.
Adhere to best practices in work and able to safely operate various workshop equipment for intended purpose.
Performs precision measuring of engine parts and components to a high degree of accuracy using micrometers, dial indicators, gauges, Vernier gauges, feeler gauges etc.
Able to prepare workshop measurement sheet and service reports.
Able to machine, lap, grind engine parts and components. Training will be provided if required.
Performs inspection, NDT testing and analysis of various engine components and parts to determine condition.
Performs basic replacement of parts and assemblies without much supervision.
Reassembles engine components and carries out required quality assurance testing.
Follows defined workshop workflow processes.
Performs work from service manuals, maintenance manuals, technical information and equipment schematics.
Performs failure analysis and troubleshooting and applying own experience and good judgement.
What You Have:
Communicates verbally in an effective manner with technical staff, other employees and vendors.
To work as a Team in order to meet customer requirement and deadlines
Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office application.
Able to speak, read, and write in English.
Able to read manual and understand drawings.
Execute any assignments given by Manager / Supervisor.
Able to travel for overseas assignment on short notice.
Additional Info:
This role requires travelling up to 25% of the time.
This position requires working onsite five days a week.
Caterpillar is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however, as a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of Singapore which can be found through our employment website at
What You Will Get:
Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world. Here you earn more than just wage, because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides day one benefits along with the potential of a variable bonus. Additional benefits include paid annual leave, flexi leave, medical and insurance (prorated based upon hire date).
Final Details:
Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.
If you are interested in joining our team, please apply using an English version of your CV. We look forward to meeting you
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.
Posting Dates:
September 11, 2025 - September 24, 2025
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply
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