Manufacturing Data Engineer

Jaguar & Land Rove; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturer in Wolverhampton is seeking a Manufacturing Data Engineer to automate data workflows, develop dashboards using Power BI and SAP reporting tools, and collaborate with teams to gather data requirements. Ideal candidates should have strong proficiency in SQL and experience with SAP ERP systems. This role offers significant benefits, including discounted car purchases, extensive parental leave, and a performance-related bonus.

Benefits

Discounted car purchase

52-week maternity leave

4-week paternity leave

Performance-related bonus

Employee learning scheme

Comprehensive Life Assurance

Income Protection policies

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in data analysis tools such as SQL, Excel, Power BI, Tableau, and Python.
• Experience working with SAP ERP systems, particularly in a manufacturing context.
• Solid understanding of data validation, cleansing, and reporting methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Automate data workflows and build efficient pipelines to streamline reporting.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and visualisations using Power BI, Tableau, and SAP reporting tools.
• Design and implement secure, efficient, and compliant data collection systems.

Skills

Data analysis tools proficiency

Experience with SAP ERP systems

Understanding of data validation methodologies

Familiarity with manufacturing KPIs

Excellent communication skills

Tools

SQL

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

Python

Job description

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.

We are shaping the future of modern luxury through innovation, sustainability, and intelligent manufacturing. As a Manufacturing Data Engineer, you will be at the heart of this transformation, automating the translation of complex data to enable actionable insights that drive operational excellence across our production lines.

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:

• Automate data workflows and build efficient pipelines to streamline reporting and reduce manual effort using UI/UX skills
• Develop and maintain dashboards and visualisations using Power BI, Tableau, and SAP reporting tools
• Design and implement secure, efficient, and compliant data collection systems from SAP ERP environment and modules
• Ensure data quality and integrity by identifying anomalies, cleansing datasets, and validating inputs
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams to gather and document data requirements

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:

• Strong proficiency in data analysis tools such as SQL, Excel, Power BI, Tableau, and Python
• Experience working with SAP ERP systems, particularly in a manufacturing context
• Solid understanding of data validation, cleansing, and reporting methodologies
• Familiarity with manufacturing KPIs, lean principles, and continuous improvement
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex data clearly

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 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

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

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.