REQ ID: 126202
JOB TITLE: Propulsion Test And Teardown Team Leader
SALARY: Competitive
POSTING START DATE: 09/10/2024
POSTING END DATE: 23/10/2024
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.

WHAT TO EXPECT

We have an exciting opportunity for a driven and passionate individual to join our team as a BEV Test Team Leader. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring customer satisfaction by maintaining product quality and adherence to agreed standards. You'll be responsible for supporting and maintaining Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, People, and Environment (SQDCPE) metrics, as well as overseeing critical processes such as ES6007 Testing, Teardown, and Investigations.

Reporting directly to the Plant Quality Engineering Propulsion Test Engineer, you'll lead a dedicated team to ensure that Propulsion Testing, Production Validation, Investigations, and Facility Maintenance are executed with precision and integrity. Your role will be pivotal in both current manufacturing operations and upcoming product launch programs. You'll also drive team development through objective setting, coaching, and continuous learning.

As the BEV Test Team Leader, you'll be involved in a wide range of challenging tasks, including product teardown, testing, and engineering support for component changes. Working closely with the Warranty team, you will focus on improving quality across production facilities. Problem-solving will be a key aspect of your role, requiring you to apply critical thinking to a variety of issues.

In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to:
- Streamline test processes to align with quality and production requirements
- Provide support to ensure key performance metrics are met
- Collaborate daily with cross-functional teams to resolve and improve operational challenges
- Maintain up-to-date documentation for quality and safety standards
- Lead your team through continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency

This is a dynamic and demanding role, ideal for someone with a passion for leading teams, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring excellence in product quality. As our testing capabilities grow, so will your career, with opportunities for development in a fast-paced and evolving environment.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Essential:

• Experience and technical understanding of EDU/Battery Comodities and Engines with testing and an appreciation of the base engine components; function; calibration; diagnostics & emissions.
• Working knowledge of AVL Puma (including development of VB Scripts), ETAS INCA toolset, Fuel Measurement devices are a requirement.
• The capability to lead and coordinate cross-functional concern resolution and improvement activities. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to influence at all levels.
• IATF16949 / ISO / UTAC Knowledge and experience.

If you're ready to take on a challenging leadership position within our Propulsion Test Department and drive real impact, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join a team where your skills and passion will make a difference.

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.