Senior Engineer - Electrical/ Electronic Systems (JJEF-D2VCHG)

TN United Kingdom; Rochester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Engineer specializing in Electrical/Electronic Systems to join their dedicated team. This role involves leading engineering projects, ensuring timely technical deliverables, and collaborating with diverse teams. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in hydraulic and electrical systems, along with proficiency in PLC design and CAN bus protocols. You'll have the opportunity to work in a supportive environment that values expertise and offers a range of benefits, including a competitive salary, generous holiday allowance, and health care services. Join us in building a brighter future!

Benefits

33 days’ holiday

Pension

Onsite gym

Healthcare services

Employee discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in hydraulic and electrical system interaction is essential.
• Proficiency with electronic lab tools like oscilloscopes and spectrum analyzers.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical support for product maintenance and investigate warranty claims.
• Conduct root cause analysis and develop solutions for electrical issues.

Skills

Hydraulic and electrical system interaction

PLC panel design

Ladder logic experience

Requirements capturing tools (IBM DOORS)

CAN bus protocols (CANOpen, J1939)

Verification and validation techniques

Record-keeping skills

Education

HNC/HND level in electronics/software disciplines

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum analyzers

Job description

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Senior Engineer - Electrical/ Electronic Systems (JJEF-D2VCHG), Rocester

Client:

JCB

Location:

Rocester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

523bbdc2d174

Job Views:

10

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

JCB is a truly world-class, family-owned business. We are proud of our achievements and recognize that future growth and success are shaped by the ambition of the JCB team. If you are looking for a career with a business where people really count, look no further than JCB.

Overview of the role:

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the successful candidate will join a highly dedicated team leading electrical/electronic engineering projects across the business.

The role is within the Group Electrical & Controls team, responsible for ensuring all new JCB product programs and current product maintenance meet technical deliverables on time. The role requires technical knowledge, hands-on experience, understanding of project delivery processes, and the ability to collaborate with diverse teams to ensure successful delivery.

Your Responsibilities:

• Provide electrical & electronic support for our current product maintenance team.
• Investigate electrical warranty claims and customer feedback.
• Translate customer feedback into clear requirements and deliverables.
• Conduct root cause analysis using methods like 8D, Ishikawa/fishbone diagrams.
• Perform hands-on investigations at machine level.
• Devising solutions and overseeing their implementation to production.
• Select appropriate hardware platforms considering environmental and cost factors.
• Develop prototypes to validate concepts.
• Coordinate with third-party vendors for software requirements.
• Ensure robust ECU communication protocols are followed (SAE J1939, Ethernet).
• Design vehicle electrical wiring systems as needed, passing designs to the EDS team.
• Monitor system health via onboard diagnostics or over-the-air communications.
• Work in line with industry-standard development techniques, e.g., V Model.
• Promote reuse of components and approaches.
• Participate in machine validation and verification testing.

About you:

• Experience with hydraulic and electrical system interaction.
• PLC panel design and ladder logic experience.
• Familiarity with requirements capturing tools like IBM DOORS.
• Knowledge of CAN bus protocols (CANOpen, J1939, ISO14229, ISO14230).
• Understanding of the electrical systems within the V Model lifecycle.
• Awareness of security considerations for resilient systems.
• Experience with verification and validation techniques.
• Proficiency with electronic lab tools (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, etc.).
• Ability to interpret complex procedures and sign-off requirements.
• Strong record-keeping skills for design revisions and updates.
• Qualified to HNC/HND level in electronics/software disciplines or equivalent experience.

This is your chance to join a company that values expertise, rewards its employees, and cares for their well-being. Benefits include a competitive salary, 33 days’ holiday, pension, onsite gym, healthcare services, and employee discounts through the JCB Rewards Hub. We also support cycling to work through our Cycle to Work Scheme.

JCB: Building a Brighter Future

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