EV Welding Technician

JAGUAR LAND ROVER; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted car purchase scheme

Maternity leave (52 weeks)

Paternity leave (4 weeks)

Competitive pension

Company performance bonus

Education and training funding

Employee networks

Job summary

JLR is seeking an EV Welding Technician in Wolverhampton to set up and operate manual welding stations, support rework and validation equipment, and ensure production readiness.

You will identify non-conforming products, reduce scrap and downtime, and assist in resolving welding issues with Engineering. Experience with welding procedures and safety standards is essential.

Qualifications

• 3G (PF) welding positions experience required.
• Aluminium manufacturing environment experience preferred.
• Weld Approval Test Certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Operate, troubleshoot and maintain welding stations for rework.
• Rectify quality issues in collaboration with Engineering.
• Assist in development of welding procedures and documentation.
• Follow JLR safety, quality and productivity requirements.
• Perform visual inspections and provide weld samples for internal standards.

Skills

3G (PF) welding positions

Aluminium manufacturing experience

Education

Weld Approval Test Certificate

NVQ/BTEC/City and Guilds Level 3

Tools

GMAW MIG

GTAW TIG

MMA welding

Job description

REQ ID: 130036 JOB TITLE: EV Welding Technician SALARY: £48,764

POSTING START DATE: 27/08/2026 POSTING END DATE: 10/08/2026 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.

As a Welding Technician here at JLR, you will be responsible for setting up and operating all manual welding stations, along with rework and validation equipment, to ensure production readiness. You will use your technical expertise and problem solving skills to identify and rectify non conforming products, minimising scrap and downtime. In addition, you will support the wider team by identifying in process welding issues and implementing effective corrective actions.

WHAT TO EXPECT

In this role, no two tasks are the same. With lots of projects and relationships to build with people across the business and beyond, it’s a challenge that will help your career grow within an iconic organisation. Here’s what to expect:

• Safely operate, troubleshoot and maintain welding stations and equipment for all rework purposes
• Serve as a go-to-person for understanding and rectifying quality issues with the process/product engaging with Engineering for solutions
• Support Engineering with the development of welding procedures and associated documentation
• Learn, understand and follow JLR requirements for employee safety, product quality and productivity
• Perform visual inspections and provide periodic weld samples to comply with the Internal Quality Standards and legislation
  

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

Along with your ambition to achieve the exceptional, there are several skills that you’ll need to have to help you succeed here, including:

• Experience and qualified in manual welding GMAW (MIG), GTAW (TIG) and MMA is a must
• Ability to weld comfortably in 3G (PF) positions
• Significant experience working with in a manufacturing metal working aluminium environment
• Weld Approval Test Certificate
• A Relevant Level 3 NVQ/BTEC/City and Guilds
  

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 scheme (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

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 must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application, as this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.

JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.