J C Bamford Excavators Ltd

About the role As a Principal Systems Engineer at JCB Compact Products, you will lead the definition, architecture and integration of complex control systems across our off highway machinery portfolio. You'll play a central role in shaping system behaviour, developing robust architectures and ensuring end to end requirements traceability from concept through to production. This is a senior technical leadership position, influencing product strategy, guiding multidisciplinary teams and driving best practice systems engineering across electrical, mechanical, software and hydraulic domains. Your expertise in model based development and systems integration will be critical in delivering advanced, reliable and operator focused machine functionality. What does this role involve day to day? Leading full machine systems architecture definition across electronic, hydraulic, mechanical and operator interaction domains. Performing functional decomposition and allocating behaviours across ECUs, sensors, actuators and subsystems. Driving early stage concept modelling and architecture development using MBSE methodologies. Owning requirements flow down and traceability using tools such as JAMA, ensuring alignment from stakeholder need through to verified system function. Defining system level requirements, interface specifications and operational scenarios. Developing system level behavioural models in MATLAB/Simulink or SysML based tools to support concept evaluation, control strategy definition and system validation. Guiding model based control software development to ensure alignment with system intent. Defining system integration strategies including SIL, HIL, bench testing and machine level validation. Leading system level issue diagnosis using CAN tools such as CANalyzer or similar logging systems. Ensuring alignment between virtual simulation and physical machine behaviour across development phases. Developing system safety concepts and functional safety architectures in accordance with standards such as ISO 13849, ISO 19014, ISO 25119 or ISO 26262. Supporting hazard analyses, DFMEAs, risk assessments and safety case documentation. Providing technical leadership across electrical, software, hydraulics and mechanical engineering teams. Leading design reviews, driving cross functional decision making and promoting best practice systems engineering and MBSE adoption. Coaching and mentoring engineers in requirements engineering, modelling and systematic problem solving. This will be suited to you if You have extensive experience in systems engineering within off highway, automotive, aerospace, industrial machinery, robotics or similar mechatronic environments. You're highly skilled in model based development using MATLAB/Simulink or SysML for system architecture and behavioural modelling. You have hands on experience with requirements management tools (e.g., JAMA) and issue tracking platforms such as JIRA. You're proficient with CAN based diagnostic tools (CANalyzer, CANoe) and vehicle logging workflows. You understand distributed control systems, ECU architectures, sensor and actuator integration, powertrain systems and safety related features. You bring strong domain knowledge of off highway machinery such as hydraulics, propulsion, driveline and work function systems. You're familiar with environmental and reliability considerations, including EMC, vibration, contamination and thermal challenges. You have a proven ability to lead technical direction, influence system decisions and align cross functional teams. You possess excellent communication skills and a structured, systems thinking mindset. You're experienced in mentoring engineers and raising organisational capability in systems engineering practices. You hold (or are working toward) a degree in Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics or Control Engineering. Experience with MBSE tools (e.g., Cameo, Enterprise Architect), hydraulics, embedded C/C++, or electrified powertrains is advantageous. 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 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 , and a member of the team will be in touch. Recruitment Agencies: JCB does not accept any speculative approaches to present candidates for advertised vacancies. JCB does not accept any speculative approaches to present candidates for advertised vacancies.

A leading machinery manufacturer in the United Kingdom is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to define and integrate complex control systems across off-highway machinery. The role requires expertise in model-based development, driving product strategy, and working with multidisciplinary teams. You will ensure requirements traceability and lead system-level diagnosis, impacting the full lifecycle from conception to production. The ideal candidate has a strong background in systems engineering within related industries and excellent communication abilities. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Location: JCB World Parts Centre Apprenticeship: Level 4 Business Analyst Contract: Full-time apprenticeship (earn while you learn) About the Role: LiveLink is JCB's advanced telematics and machine intelligence platform, supporting customers globally with data led insights to improve productivity, uptime, and asset management. This apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity to develop business analysis skills in a live digital and operational environment, supporting global aftersales, parts logistics, and data driven decision making. The apprentice will work closely with stakeholders across IT, Aftersales, Parts Operations, Engineering, and Commercial teams. Alongside day to day responsibilities, the apprentice will complete a nationally recognised Level 4 Business Analyst qualification, gaining practical experience while building professional capability. What You'll Be Doing As part of the LiveLink Telematics team, you will be involved in a wide range of activities, including: Gather, analyse, and document business requirements for LiveLink systems and processes Produce process maps, user stories, functional specifications, and acceptance criteria Support data analysis, reporting, dashboards, and KPI development Work with stakeholders to understand needs and translate them into clear requirements Assist with workshops, meetings, and stakeholder reviews Support project delivery activities, including testing and UAT Identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiencyContribute to change management activities such as communications and user guidance You will be supported throughout your apprenticeship with structured training, mentoring, and on the job learning. What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who is motivated to learn and develop within a technical and fast paced digital environment. You don't need professional analytic experience-just a genuine interest in technology and the willingness to learn. Essential Skills and Qualities Strong interest in business analysis, data, digital systems, or process improvement Ability to analyse information and solve problems logically Good written and verbal communication skills Qualifications GCSEs at grade 4 or above in Maths and English are essential A-levels, T-levels, BTEC, or equivalent qualifications Training and Development Completion of a Level 4 Business Analyst Apprenticeship alongside your role Hands on experience within a global, data driven organisation Exposure to industry leading telematics technology (LiveLink) Structured off the job training with an approved apprenticeship training provider Opportunity to build a professional portfolio of work across real business systems What's in it for you? This is your chance to join a company that's not only picking up awards for its Early Careers schemes but also opens up opportunities for the long term. On a JCB Early Careers Scheme as a standard you'll get a competitive salary, 33 days' holiday, and access to our company pension. Not only that, but you'll also benefit from access to our onsite gym, in house doctor, dentist and visiting optician. There's also a JCB Rewards Hub, which gives you discounts at many high street fashion and food retailers. And if you feel like biking to work? There's our Cycle to Work Scheme. Building a Brighter Future 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 Resourcing team who can support you to complete an application in an alternative format. If you would benefit from this support, please email , and a member of the team will be in touch.

J C Bamford Excavators Ltd is offering a Level 4 Business Analyst apprenticeship in Uttoxeter. This role is ideal for individuals with a strong interest in business analysis and data. Apprentices will gain hands-on experience while completing a nationally recognised qualification. Responsibilities include gathering requirements, producing process maps, and supporting project delivery within a global data-driven environment. The position offers a competitive salary, 33 days' holiday, and benefits like gym access and discounts at retailers.

J C Bamford Excavators Ltd in Rocester is looking for an Electrical / E&C Systems Engineer to take ownership of electrical systems for complex machinery. This role blends hands-on engineering and system-level thinking, with responsibilities spanning system integration, validation, and testing. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree and have at least 2 years' experience in mobile machinery environments. The company offers a competitive salary, 33 days' holiday, and various employee perks including onsite gym facilities and a ULEV car scheme.

About the role: As an Electrical / E&C Systems Engineer within our Mid Level Talent Pool, you'll take ownership of key electrical and electronic systems across complex machinery. This role blends hands on engineering with system level thinking, giving you the opportunity to define architectures, collaborate across disciplines, and deliver robust, high performing solutions. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping machine functionality, ensuring systems meet performance, reliability, and safety requirements while supporting delivery to programme targets. What does this role involve day to day? Electrical system ownership Take ownership of specific electrical/electronic systems such as machine control, power distribution, HMI, lighting, and safety systems Define and develop electrical architectures, including ECU allocation, CAN network layouts, and sensor/actuator integration Ensure designs meet functional, environmental, and reliability requirements Control systems & integration Collaborate with software and controls teams to define and implement effective control strategies Ensure seamless interaction between ECUs, embedded software, and machine level functionality Integrate and validate CAN based communication and diagnostic systems Requirements & documentation Capture, manage, and maintain traceability of system requirements throughout the V cycle Develop key documentation, including electrical specifications, interface definitions (CAN signals, I/O mapping), and diagnostic strategies Validation & testing Define and execute validation plans (DVP&R) for electrical systems Support and lead rig testing, machine level testing, and field validation activities Use CAN tools to verify system behaviour and diagnose issues Fault finding & issue resolution Lead structured, system level fault investigations Analyse CAN data, logs, and machine performance to identify root causes Drive corrective actions in collaboration with cross functional teams Programme delivery Support delivery of systems in line with timing, cost, and quality targets Contribute to design reviews, gateway processes, and change control Work closely with suppliers on components such as ECUs, sensors, and wiring harnesses This will be suited to you if You hold a degree in Electrical, Electronic, Mechatronic Engineering (or similar) You have at least 2 years' experience within off highway, automotive, or mobile machinery environments You have a strong understanding of electrical architectures (12V/24V systems), CAN/J1939 communication, and control system fundamentals You are confident in system integration, machine testing, and electrical fault finding You'll stand out if you also have: Experience with tools such as CANalyzer, CANape, or other Vector tools Knowledge of functional safety standards (ISO 13849 / ISO 26262) Understanding of wiring harness design and EMC considerations In terms of how you work, you: Take ownership and accountability for your systems or features Are comfortable working both hands on with machinery and in a desk based engineering environment Communicate effectively across disciplines including software, mechanical, and hydraulics teams Apply a structured, data driven approach to problem solving Are pragmatic, proactive, and focused on delivering results 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 offers 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.

About the role The LiveLink Telematics team manages one of the world's largest connected machine fleets, delivering digital insights and applications that help customers, dealers, and internal teams maximise machine uptime and efficiency. We're looking for a Business Analyst to join the JCB LiveLink team at the World Parts Centre. In this role, you'll work at the intersection of business and technology, gathering and prioritising requirements from a wide range of stakeholders and translating them into clear, actionable solutions. You'll collaborate closely with developers to ensure high quality web and mobile applications are delivered that solve real world business problems. Responsibilities Acting as a key link between business stakeholders and software development teams, gathering, clarifying, and prioritising requirements Translating stakeholder needs into clear, structured, and developable specifications or user stories Ensuring proposed solutions meet business objectives and are technically feasible for delivery Working closely with developers, product owners, and UX teams throughout the full software development lifecycle Facilitating workshops, meetings, and discussions to align requirements and manage expectations across multiple stakeholder groups Maintaining requirements, documentation, and project information using Atlassian tools such as Jira and Confluence Supporting Agile delivery by preparing, refining, and prioritising the backlog to enable effective sprint planning What you will be suited to Core skills & experience Proven experience working as a Business Analyst on software or digital projects Strong experience using the Atlassian suite (Jira, Confluence, or similar tools) Experience working within IoT, telematics, or fleet management environments Familiarity with Agile or Scrum delivery methodologies and backlog management Awareness of OEM Dealer Customer distribution models Technical & analytical capability Solid understanding of how websites and web applications operate, including basic technical architecture and data flows Comfortable working with common data patterns and structures such as tables, lists, and hierarchical data Understanding of cloud based architectures (AWS, Azure, or similar), or relevant certification Stakeholder & communication strengths Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to gather, challenge, and balance input from multiple groups Ability to translate business requirements into clear, developable technical specifications Confident communicator with strong facilitation and problem solving capability Comfortable working across both technical and non technical teams Personal attributes & approach Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously Collaborative, proactive, and adaptable in fast moving environments Able to balance business need with technical feasibility Motivated by turning complex requirements into practical, value driven solutions 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 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 , and a member of the team will be in touch. Recruitment Agencies: JCB does not accept any speculative approaches to present candidates for advertised vacancies.

J C Bamford Excavators Ltd in East Staffordshire is seeking a Senior Engineer to join the Group Electrics & Controls - Excavator team. This role involves delivering electrical and electronic engineering across the business with hands on experience working directly with machines. The ideal candidate will have experience in system design, validation, and a solid understanding of CAN protocols. The position offers competitive salary, great benefits including access to onsite gym and healthcare, and opportunities for international travel.

About the role Reporting to the Head of Business Systems, you'll tackle every aspect of delivering high quality SAP projects and support to the JCB business. You will deputize for the Head of Business Systems in their absence. You will be leading the Global SAP functional team, owning the Global SAP support strategy and delivery, and have responsibility to drive continuous improvements to maintain high availability of SAP services. You promote the adoption of SAP standard and common process across the user community and lead the SAP training strategy. You oversee the shaping of business solutions, ensuring alignment with the strategic architecture. Responsibilities Lead and manage the Global SAP Functional Team, ensuring high performance and alignment with business objectives Manage the offshore SAP Cloud Support Team, driving service quality, responsiveness, and continuous improvement Own the operational health of global SAP systems, coordinating upgrades, security patching, testing, and maintenance activities Control the purchase, allocation, and governance of SAP licences, ensuring compliance and cost efficiency Manage SAP tenants, including access, configuration, and lifecycle management Ensure all SAP outages or service degradations are logged, communicated to stakeholders, and that system validation is completed post resolution Partner with product owners and stakeholders to agree and provide SAP resources required to deliver key strategic initiatives Oversee incoming SAP support tickets, ensuring appropriate prioritisation, tracking, and resolution through the SAP functional teams Qualifications Are a natural leader with experience managing global SAP environments and third party service providers Have manufacturing industry experience, with an understanding of complex operational processes Possess a strong technical background, enabling effective engagement with both functional and technical SAP teams Are proactive and solutions focused, taking ownership and anticipating issues before they arise Are client focused, with the ability to balance service excellence and business priorities Thrive in an ever changing, fast paced environment, adapting quickly to shifting demands and priorities 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, please email and a member of the team will be in touch.

J C Bamford Excavators Ltd in Rocester is looking for a leader to manage the Global SAP Functional Team and oversee the SAP support strategy. You will lead a team to ensure high performance and operational health of global SAP systems while promoting service excellence and process standardization. Ideal candidates will have experience in global SAP environments, particularly in the manufacturing sector, and possess strong technical leadership skills. The role offers a dynamic environment with a focus on continuous improvement.

About the Role We're seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Embedded Displays Software Engineer (Qt) to lead the development of advanced Human-Machine Interface (HMI) applications for next generation embedded display systems. In this senior technical role, you will drive technical excellence across display software, set architectural direction, and play a key role in delivering high quality, intuitive, and robust user interfaces using the Qt framework. You will also act as a technical leader and mentor, supporting the growth and development of software engineers within the team while collaborating closely with cross functional stakeholders. This role is ideal for someone passionate about embedded HMI technology who enjoys combining hands on development with leadership and strategic influence. Your Responsibilities Leading the design and implementation of HMI applications using the Qt framework (C++ / QML) Defining software architecture and ensuring best practices and coding standards are followed Providing technical leadership, guidance, and mentoring to a team of software engineers Collaborating with hardware, UX/UI, and systems engineering teams to ensure seamless integration Conducting code reviews and supporting troubleshooting of complex technical issues Optimising application performance, reliability, and user experience Driving innovation and continuous improvement in embedded display and HMI technologies Contributing to planning and delivery within a fast paced development environment Who Should Apply This role will suit you if you are a senior or principal level embedded software engineer with strong leadership capability and deep experience developing HMI applications using Qt. Qualifications At least 5 years' hands on experience developing HMI applications using Qt (C++ and QML) Proven experience leading, mentoring, or guiding software engineering teams Strong understanding of embedded systems and real time application development Solid experience designing software architecture using object oriented principles Excellent problem solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast paced environment Preferred Qualifications Experience with Linux based embedded platforms Familiarity with graphics rendering technologies such as OpenGL Exposure to Agile development methodologies Strong communication skills with the ability to influence across technical and non technical teams A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline Benefits 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 , and a member of the team will be in touch.

A leading manufacturer of heavy machinery in Rocester is looking for a highly skilled Principal Embedded Displays Software Engineer (Qt) to lead the development of innovative Human-Machine Interface (HMI) applications. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership capabilities along with a minimum of 5 years of experience developing HMI applications using Qt (C++/QML). You will drive technical excellence, mentor engineers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. The company offers a competitive salary, 33 days of holiday, and various employee benefits like an onsite gym and a ULEV car scheme.