Salary: Competitive Salary Contract Type: Full Time Working Pattern: Permanent The Opportunity – Development Engineer Click here for our Careers & Life at JCB pages About the role: The Development Engineer role at JCB Attachments is a hands-on, technically challenging position focused on testing and validating innovative products across a diverse range of machinery. You’ll take ownership of Design Verification Plans, operate various machines and tools, and conduct rigorous testing activities including structural assessments, hydraulic system development, and environmental simulations. The role demands strong problem-solving skills, practical experience with heavy equipment and instrumentation, and the ability to communicate complex engineering findings clearly. It’s ideal for a motivated individual who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys turning technical insights into real-world product improvements. What does this role involve day to day? Ownership of Design Verification Plans tailored to project complexity and risk Operation of a wide range of machines and tools to validate product performance Conducting general testing and development activities including test rig creation, NVH assessments, climate chamber tests, stability and structural testing, hydraulic system development, and data capture using Hydrotechnik equipment Issuing detailed test and development reports to document findings and support legislative compliance Performing risk assessments, HAZOPs, and providing training/supervision to ensure safe task execution Regular communication with stakeholders through project reviews and presentations This will be suited to you if You are a motivated individual with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make objective decisions You have hands-on experience operating heavy equipment and using a variety of tools and instrumentation You possess excellent communication skills and can clearly explain complex engineering issues to diverse audiences You enjoy practical, real-world engineering challenges and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment You are confident working independently while also collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams 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 teams 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@jcb.com 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, dentist and visiting optician. 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@jcb.com, and a member of the team will be in touch.