Lead Propulsion Systems Engineer – Heavy Equipment

JCB, Inc.; Pooler, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

JCB Inc. in Savannah, GA is seeking an experienced Principal Propulsion Systems Engineer to design, develop, and integrate propulsion systems for heavy machinery. This onsite role reports to the Engineering Manager and focuses on system performance, reliability, and safety.

The position requires leadership of cross-functional teams, deep propulsion knowledge, and the ability to mentor junior engineers while driving continuous improvements in hydraulic system design.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical or Agricultural Engineering.
• 7+ years of propulsion systems engineering experience, preferably in off-highway or heavy equipment industries.
• Proficiency with CAD tools (Unigraphics NX) and system simulation tools (AMESim, MATLAB/Simulink).
• Familiarity with Teamcenter Engineering and engineering data management systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of propulsion systems for heavy machinery and equipment.
• Create and review component specifications and system layouts.
• Perform system-level analysis and simulations to ensure performance, reliability, and safety.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical, electrical, and controls engineers.
• Oversee integration and testing of propulsion systems in prototype and production environments.

Skills

Propulsion systems

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Agricultural Engineering

Tools

Unigraphics NX

AMESim

MATLAB/Simulink

Automation Studio

Teamcenter Engineering

Job description

JCB Inc. in Savannah, GA is seeking an experienced Principal Propulsion Systems Engineer to design, develop, and integrate propulsion systems for heavy machinery. This onsite role reports to the Engineering Manager and focuses on system performance, reliability, and safety.

The position requires leadership of cross-functional teams, deep propulsion knowledge, and the ability to mentor junior engineers while driving continuous improvements in hydraulic system design.