Assistant Professor (Research Focussed) or Lead Engineer (110754-0825)

University of Warwick; Coventry; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK university is seeking to appoint either an Assistant Professor (Research Focused) or Lead Engineer. This role involves working on innovative electrical machines critical for transport decarbonization. Candidates should have a strong background in mechanical and production engineering. The position offers flexible working options and requires a PhD in a relevant field.

Benefits

Attractive pension scheme

30 days holiday plus Christmas closure

Generous parental/adoption leave

Onsite childcare facilities

Excellent learning opportunities

Qualifications

• An engineer with a pragmatic approach to mechanical manufacturing.
• Background in electrical machines and decarbonization projects.
• Experience in manufacturing processes and applications engineering.

Responsibilities

• Work on innovative electrical machines for transport decarbonization.
• Manage manufacturing processes and cost reduction.
• Conduct engineering of electric machines and drives.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Production engineering

Metal forming

Sheet metal stamping

Automation

Numerical control

Education

PhD in Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

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Location

University of Warwick Campus, Coventry

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Department

WMG

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Position Type

Fixed Term

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Duration

Fixed term contract until 1st November 2026

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Salary

£47,389 - £56,535 per annum

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About the Role

For informal enquiries, please contact Richard McMahon (Professor) at [e-mail] .

We are looking to appoint either an Assistant Professor (Research Focussed) or Lead Engineer. Please see the two separate Job Descriptions attached.

We are working on innovative electrical machines that are instrumental in the decarbonisation of transport, and you will be critical to that success. The primary challenges are associated with manufacturing processes, cost reduction and applications engineering of electric machines and drives.

Flexible Working

We will consider applications for employment on a part-time or other flexible working basis (e.g. job share), despite the position being advertised as full-time.

Background Checks

This role will require a Baseline Personnel Security Standard Check (BPSS) ( National security vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK ) and this will include undertaking a basic DBS check. This will need to be completed before any work can commence.

Please note that due to the nature of the activities within this role, we will not be able to consider individuals from any of the listed ITAR restricted countries .

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About You

An engineer with a pragmatic approach to mechanical and production engineering challenges in the manufacturing of electrical machines. Their background might include skills and know-how in metal forming, sheet metal stamping, insulation system design, automation and numerical control of complex machinery.

For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description attached as a PDF below.

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About the Department

The Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG) is the largest department at the University of Warwick, with over 800 staff and nearly 3,000 students across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in management, technology, and applied engineering.

We are globally recognised for our world-class research, innovative industry partnerships, and teaching excellence, and we are proud holders of the Athena SWAN Silver Award and the Institutional Silver Award.

Find out more about the High Value Manufacturing Catapult centre .

Find out more about the Energy Innovation Centre .

Find out more about our range of undergraduate and apprenticeship degrees here .

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About the University

We are a world-leading research-intensive university founded in 1965. We are ranked 67th in the world and 10th in the UK. 92% of our research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent.*

Find out more about us on our website .

* QS World University Rankings 2024, Research Excellence Framework 2021

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How to Apply

CLOSING DEADLINE: Wednesday 24th September 2025 at 23:55 (BST)

To apply, please click "Apply" below and submit an application form by the closing deadline. You will be asked to include a CV and a cover letter.

Your CV should include:

• Your education and employment history (including your most recent employment).
• Any other relevant experience (e.g. volunteering, extracurricular, etc.).

Your cover letter should explain:

• Your motivations for applying to the role.
• Using examples, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria detailed in the job description (PDF attached below).

All essential criteria must be met by candidates who are invited to interview.

• Interview Date: TBC
• Start Date: TBC

Please note a pplication forms must be submitted before the stated deadline - you will not be able to submit after 23:55 (even if you opened the form earlier). Only applications submitted via our official careers portal (warwick-careers.tal.net) will be considered.

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What we Offer

We provide a comprehensive range of benefits, including:

• An attractive pension scheme.
• 30 days holiday plus University Christmas closure.
• Generous parental/adoption leave policy.
• Onsite childcare facilities.
• Excellent learning and development opportunities.

We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer access to flexible working arrangements. For more information, see here.

We are proud to be a Living Wage employer.

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Our Commitment to Inclusion

Equality, Diversity, & Inclusion

Warwick is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and respectful community where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and communities, and actively encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

Find out more about our Social Inclusion work at Warwick .

Find out more about our awards and accreditations .

We are also one of the six founder institutions of the EUTOPIA European University Alliance .

Safeguarding & DBS

The University of Warwick is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those we work with.

• Roles involving regulated activity are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at the appropriate level, in line with the DBS Code of Practice.
• The University will ensure that anyone subject to a barring order does not undertake any work with the barred group (children and/or adults).
• All employees, volunteers, and partners are expected to share our commitment to safeguarding.

Rehabilitation of Ex-Offenders

The University will not discriminate against applicants who make a disclosure relating to a conviction.

Disclosures at application stage are only visible to the DBS team, not to hiring panels. This ensures fairness and removes bias from the shortlisting process.

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Job Description

JD - Assistant Professor (Research Focussed) (110754).pdf - 113KB Opens in a new window

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Additional Document

JD - Lead Engineer - Insulation Systems for Electric Machines (110651).pdf - 111KB Opens in a new window

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Right to Work in the UK

If you do not yet have the right to work in the UK and/or are seeking sponsorship for a Skilled Worker visa, please follow this link which contains further information about obtaining the right to work in the UK.

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