REQ ID: 120150
JOB TITLE: Research Engineer
SALARY: £38,965 - £50,000
START DATE: 11/07/2024
POSTING END DATE: 25/07/2024
LOCATION: Warwick University
We’re re-examining our vehicles and what a vehicle means in the emerging world of automation, connectedness, electrification and the shared economy. New ideas, new technology, and new approaches to mobility are our business. Join a team of next generation thinkers.
WHAT TO EXPECT
The primary purpose of the role is to support the Research and Innovation activity with prototyping components.
The day-to-Day duties will be to produce a variety of components for Research and Innovation based projects. Aspects of this role include conducting quality control checks using a variety of measurement equipment. Inspecting/maintaining machinery, tooling and equipment to ensure parts produced conform to specification and minimise production downtime.
Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities
- Produce one off and small batch components from engineering CAD drawings
- Machine, fabricate and assemble prototypes using: Mill, Lathe, Pillar Drill, Cutting and Bending, Welder
- Build and integrate components into prototype assemblies
- Follow industry and JLR Safety and Quality standards (training will be provided if required)
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
- Experience of manual machining lathes, milling machines, etc
- Ability to read and interpret schematic drawings
- Be able to interpret written and verbal design requirements
- Have the knowledge to utilise Microsoft Office tools
- Relevant HNC/HND or equivalent experience
SO WHY US?
Bring all this to the home of premium innovation, and you’ll find the opportunities to further your career with a world-class team, a discounted car purchase and lease scheme for you and your family, membership of a competitive pension plan and performance related bonus scheme. All this and more makes JLR the perfect place to continue your journey.
This role may offer the opportunity for hybrid working where you can split your time between working from home and in the office. At JLR, hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement providing employees with more choice and flexibility around how, when and where they work, if suitable for their role. Further details can be discussed with the Hiring Manager at interview stage.
JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.