Electrical & E&C Systems Engineer — Next-Gen Off-Highway

JCB; Rocester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site gym

In-house doctor and dentist

ULEV car scheme

JCB Rewards Hub with discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Job summary

JCB seeks an Electrical / E&C Systems Engineer to shape next‑gen off‑highway machines. You will own electrical architectures, ECU allocation, CAN networks and sensor/actuator integration across projects, driving reliability and performance with cross‑functional teams.

You’ll collaborate with software, controls, hydraulics and mechanical design specialists, applying data‑driven problem solving to deliver robust, safe, and testable systems. This role includes hands‑on testing and field validation.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical, Electronic or Mechatronic Engineering.
• Minimum 2 years in off-highway, automotive or mobile machinery environments.
• Strong knowledge of electrical architectures (12V/24V) and CAN/J1939 communication.
• Experience in system integration, machine testing and fault finding.

Responsibilities

• Own development and evolution of electrical systems from concept through validation and production.
• Define and develop electrical architectures including ECU allocation, CAN layouts and sensor/actuator integration.
• Ensure designs meet functional, environmental and reliability requirements.
• Validate CAN-based communication and diagnostics.

Skills

Electrical systems

CAN/J1939

System integration

Diagnostics

Electrical testing

ECU communication

Education

Electrical/Electronic/Mechatronic Engineering degree

Tools

CANalyzer

CANape

Vector tools

Job description

JCB seeks an Electrical / E&C Systems Engineer to shape next‑gen off‑highway machines. You will own electrical architectures, ECU allocation, CAN networks and sensor/actuator integration across projects, driving reliability and performance with cross‑functional teams.

You’ll collaborate with software, controls, hydraulics and mechanical design specialists, applying data‑driven problem solving to deliver robust, safe, and testable systems. This role includes hands‑on testing and field validation.