MEWP Senior Vehicle Integration Engineer

Company ProfileWith over 80 years of innovation JCB is the worlds largest privately owned manufacturer of construction and agricultural equipment. Operating 23 manufacturing facilities across four continentsincluding the United States the United Kingdom India and BrazilJCB produces a diverse portfolio of more than 300 products. These include telescopic handlers backhoe loaders excavators wheel loaders compact excavators skid steer loaders compact track loaders access aerial work platforms rough terrain forklifts and the heart of JCBs success are its people. As a family-owned business we are accountable to our customersnot shareholderswhich gives us the flexibility to focus on long-term innovation and delivering real value. This independence allows us to continuously develop advanced technologies and integrate them into equipment designed to perform in the toughest environments while maximizing customer JCB we stand behind our productsand our namewith pride and commitment to PurposeThe Senior Vehicle Integration Engineer JCB Access will serve as the technical authority for machinelevel integration of all major systemsstructures hydraulics electrics controls drivetrain stability systems and operator interfaces across the Aerial Work Platform (AWP) portfolio. This role ensures all subsystems come together seamlessly to deliver optimal performance reliability stability manufacturability and regulatory compliance. The engineer will lead integration architecture development systemlevel DFMEAs packaging tradeoff studies interface definitions and machine validation activities across the full product position will be based at the JCB World Headquarters in the UK until Q1 2027 after which it will relocate permanently to the new JCB San Antonio Texas facility supporting the establishment of the North American Access engineering TypeFull Time ExemptLocationOnsite in San Antonio Texas: 13210 Palo Alto Road San Antonio TX 78224Benefits and Other CompensationJCB offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical dental and vision insurance; 401 (k) retirement plan; paid time off and paid ProcessApplications will be accepted through Careers JCB Careers JCB Jobs JCB or via LinkedIn. The anticipated application window will close on July 15 2026. Major Tasks Responsibilities & Key AccountabilitiesVehicle Integration LeadershipLead the complete vehicle integration strategy for boom and scissor AWP cohesive interaction of hydraulics electrics controls structures and stability packaging machine layout component placement and system interface crosssystem tradeoff decisions balancing performance cost manufacturability and service -Level Engineering & ComplianceConduct system architecture reviews DFMEAs safety assessments and regulatory all machine-level designs meet ANSI CSA CE ISO and other AWP global machinelevel validation including functional testing stability evaluation load testing and dutycycle integration rootcause analysis of integration issues and lead corrective -Functional CollaborationWork closely with structures hydraulics electrical controls software stability and validation teams to ensure system NPIP teams to deliver integrated system performance for new product with Current Product Engineering to resolve field issues with systemlevel with Manufacturing Engineering to ensure vehicle designs are optimised for assembly routing serviceability and production & Vehicle Build SupportOversee prototype vehicle build events to ensure correct system integration and machine commissioning integration debugging and performance integration-critical features are protected throughout development and Mentorship & InfluenceServe as the subject matter expert for machinelevel engineering within the Access engineering colleagues on vehicle integration principles best practices and systemlevel to engineering standards integration guidelines and continuous improvement duties as assignedMinimum QualificationsBachelors or Masters degree in Mechanical Mechatronics Systems Engineering or related experience integrating systems on Aerial Work Platforms (AWP) or comparable offhighway mobile machinery.7 years of relevant engineering experience with strong understanding of hydraulics electrics controls mechanical systems and machinelevel with global AWP standards (ANSI CSA CE ISO).Strong capability in system architecture packaging DFMEAs and integration in prototype vehicle builds commissioning and machine of DFM DFA and manufacturing to work effectively across global engineering pass any drug screens background checks and any pre-employment tests which will be conducted in accordance with applicable QualificationsExperience with NX and Engineer (PE) Skills Abilities & CompetenciesStrong engineering judgement and decision-makingSystem-level problem-solving and analytical abilityExcellent cross-functional and cross-system communicationLeadership in design reviews and machine-level technical discussionsContinuous improvement mindsetJob ConditionsManufacturing/factory environment. Subject to noise and temperature RequirementsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to:Must be able to work flexible schedule including Friday - Sunday 6am -6pmMust be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10lbs frequently and/or move up to 35lbs and occasionally lift and/or move up to be able to perform continuous repetitious physical activities. These activities may involve fine movements or large be able to grasp/pinch small items reach out and up and turn be capable of keeping pace with current production be able to push/pull with reasonable be able to perform the following requirements of bending stooping climbing kneeling and standing for extended periods of be able to work in multiple climates including hot/cold temperatures and dusty Opportunity EmployerJCB is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws. JCB complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment at every location where the company has facilities. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran or disability statute or any other characteristic protected under federal state and local laws. EEO EMPLOYER/VET/ Accommodation StatementJCB complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment please contact the JCB Human Resources team at Inc. is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however as a global company JCB offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our website at This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.