P&E Calibration Engineer

J C Bamford Excavators Ltd; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in engineering, JCB, where you will lead innovative calibration activities for internal combustion engines and aftertreatment systems. This role requires expertise in emissions compliance and offers the opportunity to work on advanced engine platforms, ensuring robust performance alongside a collaborative team. Enjoy competitive benefits including a generous salary, holiday allowance, and wellness perks.

Benefits

33 days’ holiday

Onsite gym

In-house doctor and dentist

ULEV car scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

JCB Rewards Hub

Qualifications

• Strong background in internal combustion engine calibration.
• Experience leading technical teams and complex calibration projects.
• Comfortable with hands-on calibration and strategic planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead calibration activities for combustion engines and aftertreatment systems.
• Develop and manage test plans to meet project timelines.
• Present development status updates to management.

Skills

Internal combustion engine calibration

Emissions systems

Technical team leadership

Model-based control

Job description

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About the role:

This exciting opportunity is based at JCB Power Systems and is open to engineers at various levels, from Engineer to Senior Engineer. This role offers the chance to lead cutting-edge calibration activities for internal combustion engines and aftertreatment systems. You’ll play a key role in shaping the performance and compliance of JCB’s off-highway and heavy-duty engine platforms, working closely with cross-functional teams and Tier I suppliers to deliver robust, emissions-compliant solutions.

What does this role involve day to day?

• Lead calibration activities for internal combustion engines and aftertreatment systems, with a focus on off-highway, heavy-duty, or automotive applications.

• Develop and manage test plans to meet project timelines and technical objectives.

• Lead a team of base engine and aftertreatment calibration engineers.

• Present development status updates to senior management.

• Oversee hardware development of emissions-critical components, including combustion systems, fuel injection, air handling (turbochargers, EGR), and aftertreatment systems (NOx, PM/PN).

• Develop and release calibrations for engine performance, emissions, aftertreatment control (deNOx, DPF), and diagnostics.

• Apply relevant emissions legislation to hardware and calibration strategies.

• Manage work packages within the JCB NPIP process.

• Coordinate test bed and machine calibration activities, including climatic testing, to meet emissions and performance targets.

This will be suited to you if

• You have a strong background in internal combustion engine calibration and emissions systems.

• You have experience leading technical teams and managing complex calibration projects.

• You’re confident working with Tier I engine management systems, model-based control, and regulatory requirements.

• You’re comfortable with both hands-on calibration and strategic planning.

• You’re passionate about delivering robust, compliant, and high-performance engine solutions.

What happens next?

Ordinarily, our Resourcing Team reviews and shortlists CVs. If shortlisted, you’ll speak to one of our Recruiters to discuss the role further. Our interview process usually consists of an initial teams interview followed by an in-person interview. We’ll keep in touch throughout the process but if you have any questions, please get in touch at [e-mail]

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.

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