Overview
JOB TITLE: Manufacturing Process Engineer - Electric Motors - Rotor & Stator
LOCATION: Whitley, Coventry, UK
SALARY: £44,000 - £54,000
POSTING START DATE: 21/04/2026
POSTING END DATE: 05/05/2026
LOCATION: Whitley site with regular travel to other JLR facilities across the West Midlands and periodic overseas travel to work with global technology suppliers. This role is focused on electric motor manufacturing, taking technologies from concept through launch and into stable production.
Responsibilities
* Develop and implement complex machining and assembly processes that meet safety, quality, cost, delivery and environmental targets
* Own and maintain manufacturing documentation and best practices for electric motor production, including process sheets, PFMEAs, control plans and Bills of Process
* Lead robust Design for Manufacture (DFM) assessments and manage engineering changes throughout all programme phases
* Plan, design and support the development and implementation of tooling, jigs and fixtures for manufacturing
* Verify process and equipment capability at supplier facilities and on JLR sites, in line with internal and external standards
* Manage suppliers through the safe installation, commissioning and handover of manufacturing equipment at JLR plants
* Support plant operations through launch and early production, resolving technical issues with processes and machinery through to a stable handover (uJ1 + 90 days)
What You’ll Need
* Proven experience in Manufacturing Engineering, with a solid understanding of Lean / Six Sigma tools and techniques
* A demonstrable hands-on engineering approach, with experience documenting and applying engineering best practice
* Strong technical and communication skills, with the ability to work independently; experience in high-volume propulsion or powertrain manufacturing is highly desirable
* Experience covering machine acceptance, facility installation, project delivery, commissioning, capability analysis and production launch
* Confident use of structured problem-solving tools to resolve technical issues in time-critical environments
* Ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams, supporting multiple programmes from early concept through to launch
* HNC, HND or degree qualified in Manufacturing Systems, Industrial or Mechanical Engineering (or similar), with electric motor focus
Benefits
* Discounted car purchase (open to family members, too)
* A 52 week maternity leave policy and a 4 week paternity leave policy. Other parental leave policies are available
* A JLR company performance-related bonus
* An employee learning scheme providing funding for education, training and other activities which support personal skill development
* Access to open, employee-led support and social networks
* Comprehensive Life Assurance and Income Protection policies
*Flexible working is offered for specific roles dependent on responsibilities. Please speak to the hiring team for details.
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