Teamlead Field Service
Caterpillar
- Location
- Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Mid
- H-1B history
- 106 approvals (FY2023)
- Posted
- Sep 14, 2026
About this role
Career Area: Product Support 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. Teamlead Field Service for our location in Kiel At Caterpillar, we’re committed to our customers, who build a better, more sustainable world with our products, services and solutions. We understand and show the value of why they should choose us. We’re exploring new ideas and opportunities – innovating to discover the breakthroughs necessary for tomorrow’s growth. Through it all, we are one team – creating and delivering world-class products, services and solutions superior to the competition. Learn more about the Caterpillar Experience . 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. We have an exciting opportunity for an Electrical Engineer for Power Plant Applications to join Caterpillar, supporting the coordination, technical execution, and delivery of projects as well as customer orders related to marine diesel and gas engine systems at our Kiel facility What You Will Do: Provide functional and disciplinary leadership to Field Service employees Manage, motivate, and develop the service team Ensure appropriate workforce and capacity planning based on business needs Foster a compliant, Safety Driven and customer-focused service culture Plan, coordinate, and manage national and international service assignments Ensure the timely and high-quality quoting and execution of maintenance, repairs, commissioning activities, and technical services Prioritize and manage service requests and critical breakdown situations Monitor compliance with quality, safety, and company standards Professionally handle escalations and critical service cases Work closely with Sales, Engineering, Project Management, Customer Service, Workshop and Spare Parts department Coordinate customer requirements and ensure their effective implementation within Field Service operations Corporate with the global service centers in Asia, Middle East and America Develop and implement standards and best practices Define, monitor, and further develop relevant service KPIs Participate in audits and support the implementation of quality and safety requirements Plan and monitor the Field Service budget Control service costs, travel expenses, and external service provider costs Develop and implement a future-oriented Field Service strategy Build and further develop digital service processes and tools Develop new service offerings Initiate and lead continuous improvement and transformation projects Optimize response and resolution times Standardize and continuously improve service processes What You Have (Key Skills/Experience Required): Degree or Diploma in mechanical – or electrical engineering, appropriate marine engineer qualifications, or suitable knowledge and experience will be considered. Several years of experience in technical support, testing, or on-site servicing/operating of medium-speed-engines. Leadership skills to lead, motivate, develop and empower employees Make decisions and take accountability Strong planning and prioritization skills with hands-on mentality Strong customer focus and ability to communicate results with dealers and customers both verbally and in writing. Willingness to work in cross-functional international teams. Digital competency in Office 365 and KPI dashboards Willingness to travel worldwide (25%). Very good German (at least C1)