UX Design Lead

Your Title: UX Design Lead

Job Location: Christchurch, NZ

Our Department: Caterpillar Trimble Control Technologies (CTCT)

Ready to shape the future of the earthmoving industry? As a UX Design Lead within the Caterpillar Trimble Control Technologies (CTCT) division, you will champion user-centric design for our machine control products. This is a unique opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional leadership, define product strategy, and deliver intuitive, high-impact solutions that transform how operators work in the construction and mining sectors.

What Makes This Role Great

In this role, you will be the primary Design Lead for the Loading product team, directly influencing how users interact with complex, heavy-duty machinery. By translating intricate technical challenges into seamless, accessible workflows, you will make a tangible difference in operator productivity, safety, and efficiency while working at the cutting edge of construction technology.

Key Exciting Responsibilities

• Drive the overall design direction and strategy for the Loading product team
• Collaborate with Product and Technical leads to translate complex customer and business needs into prioritised product requirements
• Develop end-to-end UX solutions that balance user-centric usability with business goals and technical feasibility
• Lead UX research methodologies, including user testing and persona development, to advocate for optimal usability throughout the product lifecycle
• Mentor the team in solving complex interaction challenges and creating high-fidelity prototypes for stakeholder review.

Essential Skills & Experience

• 8+ years of professional experience in information architecture, UX research, and interaction design
• Proven expertise in designing for highly technical or complex products
• Expert experience with industry-standard design tools like Figma and Miro
• Demonstrated ability to articulate concepts and collaborate effectively with international teams
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills with a focus on user-centred design principles
• Bachelor's degree in a design-related discipline, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field.

Bonus Points For

• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development environment
• Knowledge of design systems and component libraries
• Background in Human Factors Engineering or Psychology.

Location: Christchurch, New Zealand (On-site)

Our office in Christchurch, New Zealand (handily located on the Little River Link Cycleway), is the engineering center in our region and home to over 450 staff, offering free parking, an on-site fully featured gym, changing rooms & showers, table tennis, an active social club, and a great team environment where people love working with leading technology solutions.

Travel Requirement: As needed for collaboration, likely only 1-2 weeks per year at maximum.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

At Trimble, we're not just a company that "does good"—we are a team dedicated to making a tangible, positive Real-World Impact. We build innovative solutions designed to solve the world's most critical challenges. From construction sites to transportation hubs, our work tangibly improves how people live, build, move, and grow.

You'll work on projects that truly matter: Our purpose-driven culture means you'll help build and deliver solutions that make work faster, safer, and more sustainable for millions of people worldwide. Our impact is tangible, from connected machines that save fuel to data-driven insights that reduce waste.

Collaborate with like-minded people: Our strong internal culture is a "hidden gem." You will work with a collaborative, supportive team that shares your purpose and fosters a genuine sense of belonging. We're a company of "visionary pragmatists" who think boldly and build things that work.

Be an owner: Trimble thrives on individuals who take initiative and embrace ownership. You'll find an entrepreneurial spirit where success is often "self-authored," empowering proactive "doers."

Keywords: UX Design Lead, Information Architecture, UX Research, Interaction Design, User Experience, Figma, Miro, Agile, Human-Computer Interaction, Construction Technology

How to Apply: Please submit an online application for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply Now’ button located in this posting.

Join a Values-Driven Team: Belong, Grow, Innovate.

At Trimble, our core values of Belong, Grow, and Innovate aren't just words—they're the foundation of our culture. We foster an environment where you are seen, heard, and valued (Belong); where you have an opportunity to build a career and drive our collective growth (Grow); and where your innovative ideas shape the future (Innovate). We believe in empowering local teams to create impactful strategies, ensuring our global vision resonates with every individual. Become part of a team where your contributions truly matter.

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