Manufacturing Electrical Engineer

Jaguar & Land Rove; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturer in Solihull is seeking a Manufacturing Electrical Engineer to enhance innovation in production processes. The successful candidate will resolve electrical issues, collaborate with multi-skilled teams, and contribute to continuous improvements within an agile framework. A strong technical background in vehicle networks and experience with diagnostics tools is essential. The role offers an inclusive culture, competitive benefits, and opportunities for personal development.

Benefits

Discounted car purchase

52 week maternity leave policy

Competitive pension

Performance-related bonus

Employee learning scheme

Life Assurance and Income Protection policies

Qualifications

• Expertise in electrical systems, control systems, and automation.
• Experience with vehicle diagnostics tools.
• Strong analytical skills for problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Drive actions to achieve Electrical quality targets.
• Conduct thorough electrical investigations to resolve issues.
• Collaborate with various teams to improve Electrical performance.

Skills

Vehicle networks

Diagnostics

Troubleshooting

Data analysis

Agile methodology

Tools

VCATS

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Manufacturing Electrical Engineer – Solihull

Working in Manufacturing at JLR, you'll be the hands‑on expert who brings innovation to life. You collaborate with a team of expert technicians and problem‑solvers using 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.

WHAT TO EXPECT

You will be an integral part of a multi‑skilled team who will be responsible for driving and improving Electrical RFT (Right First Time) across all current and future programmes. You will investigate and resolve electrical issues, monitor quality systems, follow problem solving methodologies, carry out data analysis and reporting of key issues. You will work on current programmes driving continuous improvements, as well as support the early launch phases of programmes working within an agile framework.

• Drive actions to achieve Electrical quality targets by carrying out issue investigations, developing in‑house improvements, sharing knowledge and training, and driving process improvements and engineering changes.
• Lead and follow through problem solving using structured methodologies such as 8D ensuring timely corrective actions, and robust permanent corrective actions.
• Conduct thorough electrical investigations to identify and resolve issues, whether they stem from supplier quality, engineering design, or manufacturing processes.
• Work cooperatively with PVT, CME, Launch, VCATS, Manufacturing, warranty and other stakeholder teams to collectively drive improvement actions for Electrical performance.
• Record and document issues found in a consistent manner, support process creation, and drive continuous improvements to enhance team performance.
• Proactively work with Launch teams, assessing pre‑production build processes to identify challenges and recommend and implement changes early.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

With expertise in electrical systems, control systems, and automation, you'll drive innovation and efficiency in manufacturing processes as a seasoned manufacturing electrical engineer.

• Strong technical background and extensive experience of working on Vehicle networks, architectures and electrical systems.
• Experienced in reading and interpreting wiring diagrams, and a strong background in diagnostics, troubleshooting and testing procedures and knowledge and experience of using vehicle diagnostics tools (e.g. VCATS).
• Strong analytical skills to assess complex systems, carry out detailed problem‑solving using quality tools (e.g. 8D) and identify root causes.
• Experience in communication and feedback of complex ideas to a range of internal and external stakeholders at all levels of the organisation with an understanding of Agile methodology and framework or a willingness to learn.
• Proficient user of Office applications and data analysis tools (e.g. Excel, Powerpoint).

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

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.

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At JLR we are passionate about our people. They are at the heart of our business. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive culture that is representative of our global customers and the society in which we live; a culture in which every one of our employees can bring their authentic self to work, and reach their full potential.