Development Engineering Tech I

With over 80 years of innovation, JCB is the world's largest privately owned manufacturer of construction and agricultural equipment. Operating 23 manufacturing facilities across four continents-including the United States, the United Kingdom, India, and Brazil-JCB 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 tractors.
At the heart of JCB's success are its people. As a family-owned business, we are accountable to our customers-not shareholders-which 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 productivity.
At JCB, we stand behind our products-and our name-with pride and commitment to quality.
Reporting directly to Senior Procurement Manager, the role is responsible for working with production component and critical indirect suppliers in order to sustain a level of operational performance that satisfies business expectations.
As such, the role is primarily responsible for the continuous improvement of Quality, Capability, Warranty and Delivery with the supply base.
Full Time, FLSA Exempt
JCB offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401 (k) retirement plan; paid time off and paid holidays.
Application Process
Applications will be accepted through Careers | JCB Careers | JCB Jobs | JCB or via LinkedIn. The anticipated application window will close on July 13, 2026.

Supplier Performance & Delivery: Assess and drive an improvement program with a group of nominated suppliers to help them reach and maintain the required level of performance.
Support the Group Quality Vision with regards to incoming material targets and supplier performance.
Drive improvement in supplier Quality & Warranty performance.
Support the closure of all supplier Quality and Warranty concerns that are escalated.
Support machine specific improvement program that supports Quality objectives and closes current product PCM's.
Report a set of transparent Key Performance Indicators with regards to the supply base performance.
Mitigate potential risk to the business as a consequence of poor performing suppliers.
Support key category process audits to identify and mitigate risk and ensure compliance to JCB standards.
Lead the Product Launch Activity for nominated parts to ensure a timely and effective launch of new machines.
Manage escalations relating to late readiness or late approval of parts required for NPIP programs.
Relationship Management: To provide an operational interface between JCB Business Units and JCB external component supply base, in relation to bought-out commodities.
Build relationships at appropriate levels within the organization to support the effective closure of any escalated quality or delivery issues.
Work closely with the plants and service teams to improve the overall Supplier Quality performance within JCB.
Work with the Group Purchasing Sustainability Champion and support relevant Sustainability & Environmental initiatives.
Teamwork & Self Development: Shares best practice and lessons learned with peers to support others with objectives whilst driving personal development plan.
Ensure that there is effective communication between all Supplier Development Engineers.
Provide advice and support to commercial teams with regards to supplier performance and capability.
Understands the business performance requirements and effectively communicates to the supply base.
Drives their personal development.
Ensures adherence to and understanding of Purchasing policies and procedures.
Collaborate with Lean activity in order to support financial initiatives.

• Holding and building senior relationships within a global / matrix organization.
• Graduate caliber in manufacturing or engineering, with particular emphasis on quality management, materials management, and lean manufacturing.
• Total quality management.
• Advanced product quality planning.
• Production parts approval process.
• Proven change and project management skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office software
Comfortable in an in-person office environment
Must be customer service oriented, flexible, and have a high energy level
Must be open to domestic and international travel
Both office environment and occasionally manufacturing/factory environment.
JCB 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.

JCB 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 View email address on click.appcast.io.
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.which can be found through our website at