Joining Engineer Job Details | JLR

Jaguar Land Rover; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned automotive manufacturer in Solihull is seeking a Joining Engineer to lead initiatives in cutting-edge manufacturing processes. This role involves supervising teams for quality assurance, driving innovation, and resolving engineering challenges. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering and a degree or equivalent experience. This position offers a range of benefits including a competitive pension and performance-related bonuses, along with a commitment to an inclusive workplace culture.

Benefits

Discounted car purchase

52 week maternity leave policy

Competitive pension

Performance-related bonus

Employee learning scheme

Comprehensive Life Assurance

Access to employee-led support networks

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Joining Systems within Engineering.
• Solid background in engineering and concept development.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team for quality assessment and validation procedures.
• Support testing and confirmation of process inputs.
• Drive quality output of joining through innovation.
• Monitor and resolve issues influencing delivery.
• Provide technical guidance to the team.
• Undertake additional work as directed by line manager.

Skills

Leadership skills

Technical excellence

Innovation driving

Problem-solving

Education

Degree or equivalent experience in Engineering

Job description

REQ ID: 130010
JOB TITLE: Joining Engineer
SALARY: £41,390 - £45,000
POSTING START DATE: 18/12/2025
POSTING END DATE: 12/01/2026
LOCATION: Solihull

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

To support current manufacturing for joining system technologies. Ensure process capability through joining parameters and processes to ensure engineering specifications are achieved.

WHAT TO EXPECT

You’ll have experience of supervising a team to ensure quality assessment and validation procedures are delivered as well as this you'll:

• Support in the testing and confirmation of any changes to process inputs
• Driving and improvement current quality output of joining through testing, innovation and shared learning with the design teams
• Monitor and track resolution to all problems and issue to ensure improvements are achieved
• Lead issues influencing delivery to resolution with the maintenance department
• Provide technical guidance to the team on the appropriate cause of action in resolving problems
• Undertake any other work as directed by their line manager in connection with their job as may be requested

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

We are seeking a dynamic professional with proven experience in Joining Systems within Engineering, who can bring strong leadership skills to our team.

• Solid background in engineering and concept development, with the ability to drive innovation and ensure technical excellence across projects.
• A degree or equivalent relevant experience is preferred, reflecting both technical expertise and practical know‑how.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting‑edge manufacturing processes while leading initiatives that shape the future of engineering solutions.

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 (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.