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About JLG, an Oshkosh company JLG began in 1969, when our founder, John L. Grove set out to resolve growing safety concerns in the construction industry. Since then we have been committed to understanding the challenges and delivering innovative solutions to the access market. We partner with customers to provide quality equipment, training opportunities and trusted support within the access industry. We are a global company, and our products-including mobile elevating work platforms, telehandlers, utility vehicles and accessories-can be found all over the world. JLG is expanding its Telehandler capability within the EMEA region, and we are seeking an experienced and visionary engineering leader to help shape the future of our Agriculture and Construction Telehandler product portfolio. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an established Chief Engineer / Head of Engineering-level professional with deep off-highway vehicle experience and a proven track record of delivering complex mobile equipment products from concept through production. The successful candidate will take full technical ownership of the EMEA Telehandler product strategy, acting as the senior engineering authority for regional requirements, product development direction, and long-term competitiveness. This individual will play a critical role in building and developing a high-performing European engineering organisation while influencing global platform decisions to ensure JLG products meet the evolving needs of EMEA customers and markets. We are looking for a strong technical leader with experience in telehandlers and/or closely related off-highway equipment sectors such as construction, agriculture, material handling, heavy vehicles, or industrial machinery. The role requires an individual capable of operating strategically while remaining technically credible and commercially aware. This position will partner closely with global engineering teams, product management, operations, manufacturing, and commercial leadership to define and execute a product roadmap capable of competing directly with established market leaders. Key Areas of Responsibility Lead all EMEA Telehandler engineering activities across Agriculture and Construction segments Define and own EMEA product technical requirements and long-term product strategy Build and develop a strong regional engineering capability and team structure Influence global engineering platforms and product decisions Lead New Product Introduction (NPI) activities from concept through production and field support Drive product competitiveness in performance, quality, reliability, cost, and customer satisfaction Ensure compliance with EMEA regulatory, safety, and homologation requirements Support future technology direction including electrification, advanced hydraulics, digital integration, and alternative powertrains Required Characteristics We are looking for a leader who is: Technically Credible Able to operate confidently at both strategic and detailed engineering levels, with the ability to challenge, guide, and influence technical direction. Product & Customer Focused Understands customer applications, market expectations, and competitive positioning, and can translate these into successful products. Strategic Thinker Capable of defining long-term product and technology roadmaps that position JLG competitively within the EMEA telehandler market. Builder of Teams Experienced in developing engineering organisations, mentoring talent, and creating a high-performance engineering culture. Influential & Collaborative Comfortable operating within global matrix organisations and capable of influencing cross-functional stakeholders without direct authority. Delivery Oriented Focused on execution, accountability, and delivering products that meet quality, timing, cost, and performance expectations. Commercially Aware Understands the balance between engineering excellence, manufacturability, cost targets, and business objectives. Job Description Chief Engineer - EMEA Telehandlers Role Purpose The Chief Engineer - EMEA Telehandlers is responsible for the technical leadership, strategic direction, and successful execution of the EMEA Agriculture and Construction Telehandler product portfolio. This role serves as the senior engineering authority within the region and acts as the critical interface between EMEA business requirements and global engineering organisations. The position will ensure that regional customer needs, market expectations, regulatory requirements, and application demands are translated into competitive product solutions. The role will also be instrumental in establishing and developing a high-performing European Telehandler engineering organisation capable of supporting long-term product growth and market leadership ambitions.
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