JLR announces 150 new roles in the West Midlands.
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Written by Lorenna Bommé
Jaguar Land Rover is hiring 150 new technician in the West Midlands, a great opportunity for Coventry University engineering graduates.
Of the 150 roles, 100 of them are based at JLR’s Electric Propulsion Manufacturing Centre in Wolverhampton. The new employees will work on specialist machinery that builds battery packs for JLR's next generation Electric vehicles.
The other 50 roles will be based at its solihull factory. They’ll maintain automated and manufacturing equipment essential to the production of Range Rover Electric, launching later this year.
JLR future Electric Vehicle, The guardian
Nigel Blenkinsop, executive director of industrial operations, said:
Nigel Blenkinsop, executive director of industrial operations
"Investing in people and the latest technology is at the cornerstone of our Reimagine strategy. With the transformation of our factories of the future now well underway, we're now looking for talented technicians with a passion for sustainable innovation to help support our growth."
These 150 new technician roles not only offer incredible opportunities for Coventry University graduates but also represent a significant boost to the local economy. With Jaguar Land Rover being one of the region’s largest employers, this expansion will further strengthen the West Midlands' reputation as a hub for innovation in automotive technology. By creating these roles, JLR is helping to drive the growth of a skilled workforce that will be essential for the region’s and country’s transition to electric vehicles.
Ollie West, an automotive engineering student at Coventry University, explains the potential of this opportunity for students.
Coventry University Jaguar building
“The announcement presents a great opportunity for engineering students like me who are particularly interested in sustainability and green technologies. JLR has been investing so much in electric vehicles development and sustainable practices, so these new jobs could provide valuable experience in cutting-edge, eco-friendly automotive solutions.”
“Personally, this development is exciting, as it shows a growing demand for engineers with expertise in sustainability. It gives us an added value as a graduate against older engineers that didn’t study electric vehicles and sustainability as much as we did at university'“
Coventry University graduates — including those finishing this summer — can now apply for 150 new roles at Jaguar Land Rover through the JLR website or major job search platforms, with the chance to start working as early as September for the UK’s most popular car brand.
The Range Rover Electric, JLR’s first all-electric vehicle, is set to launch later this year and will be built in Solihull. With 57,000 clients already on the waiting list, JLR anticipates strong demands for its new range of electric models. This is just the beginning, as JLR plans to introduce three reimagined, modern luxury electric Jaguars—an exciting opportunity for the West Midlands' new talents.