Design Engineer-San Antonio

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Work on the 1‑million sq. ft. factory, the company’s second largest plant, which will begin production of Loadall telescopic handlers and aerial access equipment in 2026.

• 80 years and countless innovations later, JCB is the world’s largest privately‑owned manufacturer of construction and agricultural equipment.
• 22 plants spanning four continents; more than 300 products such as Loadall telescopic handlers, backhoe loaders, excavators, wheel loaders, compact excavators, skid‑steer loaders, access aerial work platforms, rough‑terrain forklifts, and Fastrac tractors.
• Family‑owned focus on customer needs and technology development.

• Reporting to a Senior Engineer at the San Antonio factory.
• Join a small dynamic team to ensure the JCB Loadall remains the world’s No. 1 telescopic handler.
• Drive engineering change across high‑volume and sophisticated machines in a fast‑paced environment.

Position type:
Full Time, Exempt.

• Participate in small to medium projects delivering on objectives, time, and cost.
• Carry out product development and testing of modified or new components/systems.
• Contribute to design and development reviews and product improvement changes.
• Perform simultaneous engineering tasks: design for assembly, manufacture, and maintenance.
• Assist with formal design documentation: DFMEA, DVPSOR, risk assessments.
• Operate product and system under test; conduct functional and endurance trials of product changes.

• Experience with Unigraphics and PLM operations; working knowledge of the ePI process.
• Familiarity with BOM structures and system interactions.
• Knowledge of compliance, legislation, and standards (desirable).
• Strong grasp of engineering principles and logical problem solving.

• Degree level in Mechanical Engineering or 3+ years of industry experience.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Comfortable in an in‑person office environment.
• Technical competence is a plus.
• Customer service oriented, flexible, high energy level.
• Excellent follow‑through skills.
• Professional, polished, sophisticated demeanour; comfortable in most social settings.
• Open to domestic and international travel.
• Desire and proven ability to learn and grow.

• Office environment, product workshop, and manufacturing line.
• Subject to noise and temperature changes.

• Sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear.
• Occasionally stand and walk.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Close vision, distance vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus.

JCB is an equal employment opportunities (EEO) employer in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. JCB complies with applicable state and local laws governing non‑discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. EEO EMPLOYER/VET/DISABLED.

JCB 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

Disclaimer:
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.