Product Innovation Electrical Design Engineer

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About the role: 

We have an exciting opportunity for an Product Innovation Electrical Design Engineer to join our Product Innovation team at JCB World Headquarters in Staffordshire. Reporting to the Design Manager, you will work on a variety of cutting-edge innovation projects designed to ensure JCB machines remain the most advanced, robust, and competitive in the industry. As an Electrical Design Engineer, you will play a key role in developing innovative electrical systems for future JCB products. You will support the design and integration of electrical architectures, contribute to component selection, and ensure that all systems meet the demands of off highway applications and harsh operating environments. 

What does this role involve day to day? 

Designing and developing high‑voltage electrical systems for heavy‑duty vehicles (48V–600V)  Developing 12V and 24V electrical systems for standard vehicle applications  Using CAD tools to define vehicle electrical wiring systems: (Zuken E3 and Siemens NX preferred, but not essential)  Supporting the definition and development of electrical and electronic system architecture  Applying safety‑critical design principles for off‑highway electrical and electronic systems  Specifying electrical and electronic components for vehicle applications  Conducting testing and validation of electrical and electronic components and systems  Producing technical specifications, group standards, and engineering instructions  Carrying out system and installation reviews to established standards  Setting up and maintaining development and validation rigs 

This will be suited to you if… 

You hold a minimum HND in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline  You have experience in off highway or automotive electrical system design  You are self-motivated and comfortable working both independently and as part of a team  You are proficient — or keen to become proficient — in Zuken E3 and Siemens NX  You have a solid understanding of machine electrical components and harness architectures for offroad applications  You have experience in circuit fault detection and diagnostics  You possess good knowledge of relevant vehicle legislation and standards across the UK, Europe, and Rest of World 

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 team’s 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 recruitment@

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 and dentist. 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. 

We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. 

We’re committed to ensuring our recruitment process is fair and inclusive. If you face any accessibility challenges with your online application and require additional support, you have the option of speaking to a member of our Recruitment Team who can support you to complete an application in an alternative format. If you would benefit from this support, please email recruitment@, and a member of the team will be in touch. 

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