Manufacturing Process Engineer - EDU / Electric Drive Units

REQ ID: 132893
JOB TITLE: Manufacturing Process Engineer - EDU / Electric Drive Units
SALARY: £45,000 - £53,000
POSTING START DATE: 08/10/2026
POSTING END DATE: 22/10/2026
LOCATION: Wolverhampton EPMC  

In the Manufacturing team at JLR’s Electric Propulsion Manufacturing Centre (EPMC), you’ll help power iconic electric cars. You will be working alongside incredible technicians and leaders to drive our commitment to shape a future we truly believe in, together. Use your expertise, cutting-edge technology, and problem-solving skills to ensure efficient, sustainable and high-quality production. Fuel the exceptional.

Join JLR as a Manufacturing Process Engineer - EDU / Electric Drive Units and play a key role in shaping the future of electrified propulsion.

We're looking for a high calibre engineer to join our Current Manufacturing Engineering team, supporting the development and optimisation of stator manufacturing processes within our Electrical Drive Unit production facilities. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of advanced manufacturing, helping deliver world-class products that power the next generation of modern luxury vehicles.

Working within a highly skilled engineering environment, you'll be responsible for process design, development and production support across global EDU manufacturing operations. You'll drive improvements in quality, efficiency and capability, working closely with cross functional teams to ensure robust, scalable manufacturing processes that meet demanding quality, volume and cost targets.

WHAT TO EXPECT

This is a hands-on position with plenty of scope to make an impact. Key responsibilities will include – 

• Lead the procurement, delivery and commissioning of manufacturing equipment and assembly systems across hairpin forming, pressing, copper forming, welding, coating, insulation, testing and final assembly processes
• Define and implement manufacturing processes, tooling, metrology systems and line side gauging to support product design, quality and production requirements
• Support daily production challenges, driving rapid issue resolution to help achieve key operational, quality and performance metrics
• Develop and standardise manufacturing processes, procedures and engineering strategies for deployment across Global Powertrain Manufacturing Engineering
• Drive manufacturing feasibility activities, identifying product and process issues early and implementing robust, long term engineering solutions
• Introduce innovative manufacturing technologies to improve safety, quality, productivity, efficiency and cost performance
• Lead continuous improvement activities across investment efficiency, process capability, manufacturing cost, process robustness, flexibility and IATF-compliant process documentation

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

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

• Proven Manufacturing Process Engineering experience within a production environment, with strong application of PFMEA, Control Plans, Process Audits and Critical Characteristics
• Strong understanding of manufacturing quality systems, with the ability to analyse and interpret process and quality data using SAP, QDAS, Engineering Workstation and similar tools
• Good working knowledge of CATIA V5 or equivalent CAD software, alongside experience using engineering and reliability tools such as Reliasoft
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Project
• Strong engineering knowledge, including the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, CAD models and GD&T
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience supporting cross functional teams across the full project lifecycle, from concept through to production
• Self motivated and results driven, with experience of inline testing, quality auditing and delivering against key project milestones and commitments

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.