New Product Development Jobs in Texas

Company Profile
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.

Position Purpose
The NPIP Engineering Manager for JCB Access will lead the engineering function responsible for New Product Introduction Programs (NPIP) within the Access portfolio. This role will drive the successful delivery of next generation Aerial Work Platforms (AWP), leading design, validation, program execution, and cross functional alignment through all phases of the NPIP lifecycle.

The role will be based at the JCB World Headquarters in the United Kingdom for six to nine months, working closely with global engineering, quality, and program leadership teams. In Q1 2027, the position will relocate permanently to San Antonio, Texas, supporting the establishment and ramp up of Access engineering activities in North America. A strong background in Aerial Work Platform (AWP) design is essential.

Position Type
Full Time, Exempt

Location
San Antonio, Texas: 13210 Palo Alto Road, San Antonio, TX 78224

Benefits and Other Compensation
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 August 22, 2026.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities & Key Accountabilities
NPIP Program Leadership

• Lead NPIP engineering activities for the JCB Access product line, ensuring high quality delivery across concept, design, validation, and industrialisation phases.
• Define engineering strategies, deliverables, and technical milestones required for successful Gate progression.
• Ensure new products meet performance, safety, regulatory, cost, reliability, and manufacturability targets.

Cross Functional Alignment

• Partner with UK and India engineering teams to maintain design continuity and architecture alignment across product platforms.
• Work closely with Operations, Quality, Service, Supply Chain, and Program Management to ensure project execution readiness.
• Coordinate with Product Management to confirm customer requirements, market needs, and competitive positioning.

Technical Leadership

• Provide expert guidance across AWP systems, including structures, hydraulics, electrics, controls, and safety systems.
• Ensure compliance with global regulatory standards (ANSI, CSA, CE, ISO).
• Oversee design reviews, DFMEAs, validation plans, and field trial strategies.

San Antonio Transition (2027)

• Support engineering readiness for Access NPIP activities transferring to the new San Antonio facility.
• Lead integration of U.S.-based engineering capability to support prototyping, testing, localization, and production launch.
• Establish local engineering processes, tools, and documentation standards.

Leadership & Team Development

• Build and mentor a high performing NPIP engineering team in San Antonio.
• Drive a culture of accountability, innovation, and technical excellence.
• Ensure strong communication between UK, India, and U.S. Access engineering groups.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, or a related engineering discipline.
• Extensive Aerial Work Platform (AWP) design experience mandatory.
• 10+ years of engineering experience, including 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Demonstrated success leading new product development or NPIP programs.
• Strong cross functional communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Knowledge of DFM, DFA, VA/VE, and cost optimisation practices.
• Familiarity with global AWP regulatory standards and certification processes.
• Ability to travel internationally (UK ↔ India ↔ USA).
• Must pass any drug screens, background checks, and any pre-employment tests, which will be conducted
• in accordance with applicable law.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with NX and Teamcenter.
• Professional Engineer (PE) designation strongly preferred.
• Experience transferring products to new manufacturing sites.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Competencies

• Technical leadership and decision making
• Strong project and program management capability
• Cross functional collaboration in global environments
• Creative problem solving and analytical thinking
• Coaching, mentoring, and team development
• Continuous improvement mindset

Job Conditions

• Manufacturing/factory environment.
• Subject to noise and temperature changes.

Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Must be able to work flexible schedule, including Friday - Sunday 6am -6pm
• Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10lbs, frequently and/or move up to 35lbs, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50lbs.
• Must be able to perform continuous, repetitious physical activities. These activities may involve fine movements or large motions.
• Must be able to grasp/pinch small items, reach out and up, and turn wrist.
• Must be capable of keeping pace with current production speed.
• Must be able to push/pull with reasonable force.
• Must be able to perform the following requirements of bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, and standing for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to work in multiple climates including hot/cold temperatures, and dusty environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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.
EEO EMPLOYER/VET/DISABLED.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement
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 hrsupport@jcb.com.

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 https://www.jcb.com/en-gb/about/careers.

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.