Job Description

The Opportunity - Mechanical Design Engineer - JCB Material Handling
As the world's No1 manufacturer of telehandlers we have ambitious plans to grow our product range and our business. To support that we're inviting motivated design engineers to join the world's premier telehandler engineering team. You'll work on products ranging from super compact to massive and cover technologies ranging from ultra low emissions diesel, electric drivetrains and machines powered by JCB's ground breaking hydrogen engine.
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About the role:
Based at WHQ Rocester the role will involve :

• Creation of models and drawings of components and systems for use on JCB Material Handling machines using Siemens NX and Teamcenter.
• Compiling documentation and data for production release of components and systems through Teamcenter.
• Managing offshore design work with the JCB Design Centre in India.
• Working closely with our Test & Development team to understand and improve machine performance.
• Estimating the cost of components and assemblies.
• Participating in DFMEA and Risk Assessment on new and changed designs.
• Taking part in engineering problem solving activities including 8D and the use of other related methods.
• Producing documentation demonstrating design compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Providing direct support for manufacturing, assembly and quality functions for problem investigation and resolution, including the use of 8D and other problem solving methodologies.
• Liaison with other business functions as required.

This will suit you if...

• You have relevant experience and can work independently, applying engineering first principles to develop robust solutions.
• You hold a qualification in mechanical engineering or a related discipline, with strong attention to detail and a data-driven mindset.
• You're confident working under pressure, managing deadlines, and planning work effectively
• You can communicate clearly and concisely across all levels.
• You have experience working with a 3D CAD package (Siemens NX preferred)
• You're able to work effectively as part of a team.

What's in it for you?
This is your chance to join a company that values expertise not only in rewards but also in real employee care. At JCB you don't just get a competitive salary, 33 days' holiday and access to our company pension-you can also use our onsite gym, in-house doctor, dentist and visiting optician. We have an ULEV car scheme available for our employees too. Then there's the JCB Rewards Hub, which gives you discounts with high street retailers. Feel like biking to work? There's our Cycle to Work Scheme.
We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
We're committed to ensuring our recruitment process is fair and inclusive. If you face any accessibility challenges with your online application and require additional support, you have the option of speaking to a member of our Recruitment Team who can support you to complete an application in an alternative format. If you would benefit from this support, please email recruitment@jcb.com, and a member of the team will be in touch.
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