Job Description
Company Profile
With over 80 years of innovation, JCB is the world’s largest privately owned manufacturer of construction and agricultural equipment. Operating 23 manufacturing facilities across four continents—including the United States, the United Kingdom, India, and Brazil—JCB produces a diverse portfolio of more than 300 products. These include telescopic handlers, backhoe loaders, excavators, wheel loaders, compact excavators, skid steer loaders, compact track loaders, access aerial work platforms, rough terrain forklifts, and tractors.
At the heart of JCB’s success are its people. As a family-owned business, we are accountable to our customers—not shareholders—which gives us the flexibility to focus on long-term innovation and delivering real value. This independence allows us to continuously develop advanced technologies and integrate them into equipment designed to perform in the toughest environments while maximizing customer productivity.
At JCB, we stand behind our products—and our name—with pride and commitment to quality.
Position Purpose
The Senior Electrical Engineer – JCB Access will serve as the technical authority for electrical and electronic systems across the Aerial Work Platform (AWP) product range. This role is responsible for defining, developing, integrating, and validating machine level electrical architecture, low and high voltage systems, wiring harnesses, sensors, controllers, communication networks, safety circuits, and operator interface electronics.
The position will be based at JCB World Headquarters in Rocester, UK until Q1 2027, collaborating with global engineering teams. In Q1 2027, the engineer will relocate permanently to the new JCB San Antonio, Texas facility, supporting the establishment of the Access engineering organization in North America.
Position Type
Full Time, Exempt
Location
Onsite in San Antonio, Texas: 13210 Palo Alto Road, San Antonio, TX 78224
Benefits and Other Compensation
JCB offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401 (k) retirement plan; paid time off and paid holidays.
Application Process
Applications will be accepted through Careers | JCB Careers | JCB Jobs | JCB or via LinkedIn. The anticipated application window will close on July 15, 2026.
Major Tasks, Responsibilities & Key Accountabilities
Electrical Engineering Leadership
• Lead the design and development of electrical systems for boom and scissor AWP platforms.
• Define overall electrical architecture including power distribution, control modules, CAN communication networks, sensors, and human machine interfaces.
• Specify and validate electrical components including controllers, switches, relays, sensors, harnesses, batteries, and protection devices.
• Ensure seamless electrical integration with hydraulic, structural, powertrain, and control systems.
Technical Execution & Compliance
• Ensure electrical systems comply with ANSI, CSA, CE, ISO, and other global AWP safety and regulatory standards.
• Develop wiring schematics, harness drawings, circuit protection strategies, and electrical system documentation.
• Conduct DFMEAs, safety assessments, network analysis, and fault handling strategy definition.
• Support electrical system troubleshooting, root cause investigations, and implementation of corrective actions.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Work closely with vehicle integration, powertrain, hydraulic and Software engineers to ensure compatibility between hardware and software systems.
• Support NPIP engineering teams throughout concept, design, integration, and validation phases.
• Collaborate with Current Product Engineering to resolve field issues related to electrical components, harnesses, sensors, or controllers.
• Coordinate with Manufacturing Engineering to optimise harness routing, assembly processes, and serviceability.
Prototyping, Build Support & Validation
• Support prototype builds to ensure proper electrical system installation, harness fit, and subsystem connectivity.
• Develop and execute validation plans, including functional testing, safety testing, communication robustness, EMC considerations, and fault response behaviour.
• Analyse test data, troubleshoot issues, and drive iterative improvements.
• Support calibration, configuration, and commissioning activities during machine bring up.
Technical Mentorship & Influence
• Act as a subject matter expert for electrical engineering within the Access division.
• Mentor junior engineers in wiring design, electrical architecture, diagnostics, and system integration best practices.
• Contribute to electrical design standards, harness guidelines, component strategies, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Mechatronics, or related field.
• Extensive experience developing electrical systems for Aerial Work Platforms (AWP) or comparable off highway mobile machinery.
• 7+ years of relevant electrical engineering experience, including wiring harness design, schematic development, and system integration.
• Strong understanding of low and high voltage systems, CANbus communication, sensors, controllers, and safety critical circuits.
• Experience working with global AWP and electrical standards (ANSI, CSA, CE, ISO).
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively with global, cross functional engineering teams.
• Background in prototype builds, commissioning, and electrical system validation.
• Knowledge of DFM, DFA, and manufacturing processes.
• Must pass any drug screens, background checks, and any pre-employment tests, which will be conducted in accordance with applicable law.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with NX and Teamcenter.
• A Professional Engineer (PE) designation.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Competencies
• Strong engineering judgement and decision-making
• Excellent cross-functional communication
• System-level analysis and troubleshooting capability
• Leadership in design reviews and electrical system discussions
• Continuous improvement mindset
Job Conditions
• Manufacturing/factory environment.
• Subject to noise and temperature changes.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:
• Must be able to work flexible schedule, including Friday - Sunday 6am -6pm
• Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10lbs, frequently and/or move up to 35lbs, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50lbs.
• Must be able to perform continuous, repetitious physical activities. These activities may involve fine movements or large motions.
• Must be able to grasp/pinch small items, reach out and up, and turn wrist.
• Must be capable of keeping pace with current production speed.
• Must be able to push/pull with reasonable force.
• Must be able to perform the following requirements of bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, and standing for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to work in multiple climates including hot/cold temperatures, and dusty environment.
Equal Opportunity Employer
JCB is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. JCB complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment at every location where the company has facilities. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability statute, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, and local laws.
EEO EMPLOYER/VET/DISABLED.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement
JCB complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the JCB Human Resources team at hrsupport@jcb.com.
JCB Inc. 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, JCB offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S., which can be found through our website at https://www.jcb.com/en-gb/about/careers.
Disclaimer: This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
