Senior Test & Development Engineer – Genset & BESS

JCB; Rocester; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days' Holiday

Company Pension

Onsite Gym

In-House Doctor and Dentist

ULEV Car Scheme

JCB Rewards Hub

Cycle to Work Scheme

Job summary

JCB World Headquarters in Rocester is seeking a Senior Test & Development Engineer to lead validation and development for Generating Sets and BESS. You will coordinate complex development activities, generate detailed test reports and mentor junior engineers as part of continuous improvement.

Candidates should have electrical engineering expertise, experience with power generation technologies, and knowledge of BS 7671 and ISO 8528 test methods.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience with generating sets, battery storage systems or similar power technologies.
• Knowledge of BS 7671 Wiring Regulations and ISO 8528 test methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead validation and verification programmes for Genset and BESS products.
• Plan, coordinate and execute complex development and test activities.
• Produce detailed technical test reports and documentation.
• Investigate product issues and implement corrective actions.
• Mentor junior engineers and apprentices.
• Support NPI programmes through innovation and product validation.
• Coordinate third-party test facilities, suppliers and logistics.
• Provide technical support for production issues and engineering change activities.

Skills

Problem solving

Root cause analysis (8D)

PLC logic knowledge

J1939/Modbus

Electrical control systems

Leadership/Mentoring

Multi-project management

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

HND in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Load banks

Data loggers

CAN tools

Insulation resistance testers

Impedance testers

Metering equipment

Job description

JCB World Headquarters in Rocester is seeking a Senior Test & Development Engineer to lead validation and development for Generating Sets and BESS. You will coordinate complex development activities, generate detailed test reports and mentor junior engineers as part of continuous improvement.

Candidates should have electrical engineering expertise, experience with power generation technologies, and knowledge of BS 7671 and ISO 8528 test methods.