Electrical & Electronic Graduate Scheme

J C Bamford Excavators Ltd; Rocester; Remote; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday

Pension scheme

In-house health team

Onsite gym

ULEV car scheme

Bupa Private Medical Health

Job summary

JCB is offering an Electrical & Electronic Engineering Graduate Scheme starting September 2027 for around 24 months. You'll undertake tailored placements on large systems and whole machine architectures, with options for commercially focused placements to broaden engineering perspectives.

Candidates should have a relevant degree and be on track for a 2:1 or higher; visa sponsorship is not available. Expect a hands-on, safety-conscious, fast-paced environment with ongoing assessments and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical/Electronic Engineering and on track for a 2:1 or higher.

Responsibilities

• Touch screen display programming for front-end UI and back-end coding
• Electrical design of circuits and harnesses using CAD software
• Machine system testing and verification for new functionality
• Research future technologies to improve new fleet machines

Skills

Touch screen programming

Electrical CAD design

Machine system testing

Future tech research

Education

Electrical/Electronic Engineering degree

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Start Date - September 2027, typically for 24 months

Starting Salary - Circa £31,500

Minimum Entry Criteria - You’ll need to be near to, or have completed, an appropriate bachelor’s or master’s degree such as Electrical Controls, Electrical Systems, Electrical & Electronic and must be on track to secure a 2:1 or higher.

Unfortunately, JCB is unable to offer visa sponsorship or immigration support for its Emerging Talent Schemes, either now or in the future. This includes individuals currently on sponsored visas.

This will be suited to you if…

You’re dedicated, passionate, hands‑on, willing to learn and have a relevant university project or work experience behind you. You’ll be a truly logical thinker, great problem‑solver and a tenacious, inquisitive graduate. What’s more, your fresh approach and desire to always challenge the norm and think creatively will be underpinned by a safety‑conscious approach and the desire to succeed in a fast‑paced environment.

What does the Electrical & Electronic GraduateScheme involve day to day?

We’re investing into the future of our business and, as an Electrical & Electronic Engineering Graduate, you’ll be a crucial part of that. You’ll undertake tailored placements that perfectly suit your career aspirations, contributing to large‑scale projects – not just working on one small section of the machine, but on large systems or the entire machine architectures. There’s also the chance to get stuck into a more commercially focused placement to experience engineering from a unique perspective. This is a scheme for those who have a unique view of the work they’re doing and want to have their voice heard in a high‑impact environment.

What could I be doing?

• Touch screen display programming covering both front‑end UI and backend coding techniques
• Electrical design of circuits and harnesses using relevant CAD software
• Specific machine system testing and verification to evaluate new functionality or discover potential issues
• Researching future technologies that will ensure positive innovation and improvements across our new fleet of machines

What comes next?

1.We’ll be reviewing applications against the essential criteria then shortlisting and sending out links to our online assessments in November 2026 - January 2027 (we’d recommend you keep a look out for emails at this point as you’ll hear from us either way).

2.Once you’ve fully completed your online assessment, we’ll review it and provide you with an update within a few weeks. Please note, if you’ve not completed your online assessment then we won’t take your application further (we’ll send you a few reminders to make sure you don’t forget). If you've been progressed, you’ll be sent an invite to attend one of our in‑person Assessment Centres.

3.In‑person Assessment Centres will take place from January to April 2027 (we’ll send you all the details you need).

4.Following your Assessment Centre, whether you’ve been successful or not, our promise to you is that you’ll receive a call with feedback.

5.If successful, congratulations! We’ll now take you through the onboarding process, which will include a familiarisation day.

6.Welcome to JCB – our Emerging Talent cohorts ordinarily start in early September

What's in it for you?

When you join JCB, you'll enjoy a great package designed to reward, support and help you make the most of every day:

• 33 days' holiday (including most bank holidays)
• Market leading company pension scheme through Royal London
• Access to an in‑house doctor, dentist, and an award winning Occupational Health team
• Onsite gym to help you stay active
• ULEV car scheme
• Bupa Private Medical Health Scheme
• Exclusive discounts through the JCB Rewards Hub
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Professional outdoor development programme
• We also encourage our cohorts to network and get involved in our “NextGen” society.

A business that genuinely invests in its people

And that's just the start. At JCB, you'll be part of a world‑class team where your contribution is valued, your wellbeing matters, and your career can thrive.

Need support during the recruitment process?

Our goal is simple: to give every candidate the opportunity to perform at their best

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to an inclusive recruitment process. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact [e-mail] and we'll be happy to support you.