REQ ID: 131334
JOB TITLE: Manufacturing Process Engineer - Electric Motors - Rotor & Stator
SALARY: £44,000 - £54,000
POSTING START DATE: 21/04/2026
POSTING END DATE: 05/05/2026
LOCATION: Whitley, Coventry, UK 

Working in Manufacturing at JLR, you'll be the hands-on expert who brings innovation to life. You'll collaborate with a team of expert technicians and problem-solvers and use cutting-edge tools, facilities, and processes engineered together to build era-defining vehicles that people across the world know and love. Your expertise will directly impact the shaping of modern luxury. Together, let’s create the exceptional. 

Come and join JLR as a Manufacturing Process Engineer - Electric Motors - Rotor & Stator!

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join JLR as a Manufacturing Process Engineer within Global Manufacturing Engineering – Propulsion, focused on electric motors, rotors and stators. This role sits at the heart of JLR’s electrification journey, taking manufacturing technologies from concept through to launch and into stable production, supporting a new generation of electric vehicles.

You will be responsible for developing and delivering robust machining and assembly processes, owning manufacturing documentation and working closely with Product Development teams and external equipment suppliers. The role involves the procurement, installation and commissioning of advanced manufacturing equipment, ensuring world‑class safety, quality and process capability standards are met. You will also play a key part in resolving technical issues and supporting a smooth transition into plant operations.

Based primarily at the Whitley site, the role includes regular travel to other JLR facilities across the West Midlands, with periodic overseas travel to work directly with global technology suppliers. It is a hands‑on engineering role for someone who enjoys working closely with machinery, people and processes to bring new electric motor manufacturing facilities to life.

WHAT TO EXPECT

As part of the team, you’ll be involved in a number of core activities that contribute to the success of the department, such as – 

• Develop and implement complex machining and assembly processes that meet safety, quality, cost, delivery and environmental targets
• Own and maintain manufacturing documentation and best practice for electric motor production, including process sheets, PFMEAs, control plans and Bills of Process
• Lead robust Design for Manufacture (DFM) assessments and manage engineering change 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

We’re looking for someone with the right blend of experience, qualifications, and practical skills, including – 

• 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 

BENEFITS

This role is rewarding in more ways than one. On top of our core offering, you’ll do extraordinary work with amazing people. In addition, you can expect a wide range of 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 competitive pension
• A JLR company performance-related bonus
• An employee learning scheme providing funding for; education, training and other activities which support the development of personal skills and promote lifelong learning
• Access to open, employee-led support and social networks
• Comprehensive Life Assurance and Income Protection policies
• Flexible working* 
  
  

*Flexible working is offered for specific roles dependant on responsibilities. Please speak to the hiring team for details.

We work hard to nurture a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all. We understand candidates may require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Please discuss these with your recruiter so we can accommodate your needs. 

Applicants from all backgrounds are welcome. If you’re unsure that you meet the full criteria of a role – but you're interested in where it could take you – we still encourage you to apply. We believe in people's ability to grow and develop within their role – it’s what makes living the exceptional with soul possible.

JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.