REQ ID: 127481
JOB TITLE: E-Machine Adhesives Subject Matter Expert
SALARY: £50,000 - £60,000

POSTING START DATE: 13/02/2025

POSTING END DATE: 27/02/2025

LOCATION: Gaydon

 

Product Engineering at JLR is centred on innovation and creativity. From advanced driver assistance systems to developing the future of electric propulsion, the opportunities to create exceptional experiences for the future of motoring are wide-ranging. You'll work alongside industry experts to drive product strategy, manage programs, analyse performance, and lead transformation initiatives. Exceptional careers that bring world-renowned vehicles to life start here.

 

WHAT TO EXPECT

 

Are you passionate about cutting-edge electric powertrain technology? As an E-Machine Adhesive SME, you will lead the application and development of adhesives and formed-in-place materials used in powertrain e-machine applications. Your expertise will ensure the quality and performance of critical bonding solutions—such as lamination stack adhesives, magnet bonding, wire lacquers, potting compounds, and thermal interface materials—meet design intent requirements. 

 

Working closely with cross-functional teams across Product Design, Prototype & Production Manufacturing, and Material Engineering, you will play a key role in shaping the future of electric propulsion systems. 

 

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

 

Failure Mode Avoidance – Develop and maintain DFMEAs for adhesive applications, ensuring robust designs from the outset.  Technical Leadership – Own and update engineering standards, design rules, and validation procedures for adhesives and formed-in-place materials.  Issue Prevention & Resolution – Lead root cause investigations (8D/DMAIC), capture lessons learned and embed improvements in foundation documentation.  Mentorship & Guidance – Coach component engineers in assessing bonded interfaces and support programme teams with technical compliance at key milestones.  Benchmarking & Best Practices – Analyse competitor solutions, collaborate with supplier technical specialists, and develop teardown analysis guidelines for adhesive performance assessments. 

 

 WHAT YOU’LL NEED

 

Adhesives, FIP materials & products Manufacturing process & controls Fluid handling systems & processing Failure Mode Avoidance (DFMEA/PFMEA) Structured problem solving (8D, DMAIC, Six Sigma etc)

 

If you have a strong technical background in adhesives and bonding technologies within e-machines or powertrain applications, we’d love to hear from you!

 

Creating Modern Luxury requires a modern approach to work. At JLR, hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement providing employees more choice and flexibility around how, when and where they work. Some roles require more on-site work, but details of this can be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview stage.

 

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.