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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Development Engineer - Mid-Level Talent Pool - **Company:** JCB - **Location:** Rocester, UK - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Analysis, Unit Testing, Embedded Software, Failure Mode Effects Analysis, MATLAB, Software Requirements Analysis, Test Data, HMI Screens, Data Analytics - **Published:** August 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815605834-development-engineer-mid-level-talent-pool ## About the Role * You hold a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Mechatronics or a related discipline. * You have at least 2 years' experience within product development, validation or test engineering environments. * You possess strong analytical, problem-solving and investigative skills. * You have experience supporting testing, development or validation activities. * You are comfortable working both hands-on with machinery and within an engineering office environment., * Experience working with off-highway, automotive, agricultural, mobile machinery or similar products. * Experience in material handling systems and machine performance evaluation. * Knowledge of hydraulic systems, circuits and component testing. * Experience supporting software, controls or machine calibration activities. * Familiarity with data acquisition, analysis and validation tools. * Knowledge of structured problem-solving methodologies such as 8D, FMEA or Root Cause Analysis. In terms of how you work, you * Take ownership and accountability for development and validation activities. * Enjoy identifying issues and finding practical engineering solutions. * Communicate effectively across multidisciplinary teams. * Apply a structured, data-driven approach to decision making. * Are proactive, adaptable and focused on delivering results. ## Description As a Development Engineer within our Mid-Level Talent Pool, you'll play a key role in the development, validation, and optimisation of JCB products and systems. Working across a variety of machine platforms, you'll be responsible for ensuring components and systems meet performance, reliability, durability, and customer requirements through rigorous testing, analysis, and continuous improvement activities. This advert supports multiple upcoming opportunities across JCB's engineering divisions. Successful candidates will be considered for suitable Development Engineer positions aligned to their skills and experience. You'll contribute to the development of next-generation machines featuring advanced hydraulic architectures, electrified systems, embedded software controls and emerging autonomous technologies. Working across multidisciplinary engineering teams, you'll ensure products deliver the performance, durability, reliability and customer value expected from JCB. We're particularly interested in engineers with experience in Material Handling, Hydraulics and Software/Controls Development who combine practical engineering expertise with a structured approach to problem solving and product validation., * Lead the planning and execution of development and validation activities to ensure machine systems deliver the required performance, durability and customer value. * Create and deliver test and validation plans aligned to programme objectives. * Support prototype development and evaluate machine performance in real-world operating environments. * Analyse test results and use data-driven insights to improve product robustness, quality and reliability. Material Handling Systems * Develop and optimise material handling functions, including lifting performance, stability, load management and machine productivity. * Assess machine capability, operator experience and operational efficiency across a range of applications. * Collaborate with design and product engineering teams to enhance machine performance and customer value. * Support investigation of complex machine performance and durability challenges. Hydraulics Development * Develop and validate hydraulic systems and components, including pumps, valves, actuators and hydraulic circuits. * Evaluate system performance, efficiency and controllability through machine and rig-based testing. * Identify opportunities to improve hydraulic functionality, reliability and energy efficiency. * Work closely with suppliers, manufacturing teams and design engineers to deliver robust hydraulic solutions. Software & Controls Development * Support the development, calibration and validation of machine software and electronic control systems. * Verify machine functionality against system requirements and customer expectations. * Collaborate with controls, software and electrical engineers to optimise machine performance. * Experience of CAN communication, HMI development, machine calibration, Matlab/Simulink, embedded control systems or functional safety principles would be beneficial. Testing & Issue Resolution * Plan and conduct laboratory, rig and machine-based testing activities. * Use structured root cause analysis techniques to investigate product and system issues. * Interpret machine and test data to identify trends, risks and improvement opportunities. * Support corrective actions through to validation and implementation. Programme Delivery * Support development programmes to achieve quality, timing and cost objectives. * Contribute to engineering reviews, gateway assessments and change management activities. * Work collaboratively across engineering, manufacturing and supplier teams. * Drive continuous improvement through lessons learned and engineering best practice. ## Related Videos - [Leveraging Large Language Models for Legacy Code Translation: Challenges and Solutions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1157-leveraging-large-language-models-for-legacy-code-translation-challenges-and-solutions) - [Dirty Tests And How To Clean Them](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/515-dirty-tests-and-how-to-clean-them) - [Agile work at CARIAD – Creating a customer web application for controlling the vehicle ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/200-agile-work-at-cariad-creating-a-customer-web-application-for-controlling-the-vehicle) - [Building a hypercar from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/607-building-a-hypercar-from-scratch) - [How to develop an autonomous car end-to-end: Robotic Drive and the mobility revolution](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/22-how-to-develop-an-autonomous-car-end-to-end-robotic-drive-and-the-mobility-revolution) - [Stop Guessing, Start Measuring: Evaluating RAG Systems with Synthetic Test Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1982-stop-guessing-start-measuring-evaluating-rag-systems-with-synthetic-test-data) ## Related Articles - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [How software is steering vehicle technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/515-how-software-is-steering-vehicle-technology) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk)