Solihull & Wolverhampton, UK – Thursday, 20 March 2025 – JLR is ramping up its commitment to electrification with the recruitment of 150 highly skilled maintenance technicians across its Solihull and Wolverhampton facilities. These pivotal roles will support the production of JLR’s next-generation electric vehicles (EVs) as the company drives forward its ambitious Reimagine strategy.
As part of this recruitment initiative, JLR is seeking 50 maintenance technicians for its Solihull plant. These specialists will be responsible for ensuring the seamless operation of cutting-edge automated manufacturing equipment used in the production of the highly anticipated Range Rover Electric, set to launch later this year.
The remaining 100 positions will be based at JLR’s Electric Propulsion Manufacturing Centre (EMPC) in Wolverhampton, a critical hub in the company’s UK industrial network. These technicians will play a vital role in maintaining advanced machinery for the production of battery packs and Electric Drive Units (EDUs), key components in JLR’s expanding portfolio of electric vehicles.
Investing in People and Technology for a Sustainable Future
Nigel Blenkinsop, JLR Executive Director of Industrial Operations, emphasized the company’s focus on people and innovation: “Investing in people and the latest technology is the cornerstone of our Reimagine strategy. With the transformation of our factories of the future now well underway, we’re looking for talented technicians with a passion for sustainable innovation to help support our growth.”
In addition to its recruitment drive, JLR is actively upskilling its existing workforce. Through its Future Skills Programme, the company has already trained over 20,000 employees and partners in electrification and digital skills. This initiative is backed by an annual £3 billion investment, dedicated to modernizing JLR’s industrial footprint, vehicle programmes, and advancements in AI, automation, and digital technologies.
Transforming Manufacturing to Meet EV Demand
JLR’s significant investment extends beyond personnel, encompassing the radical transformation of its Solihull, Halewood, and Wolverhampton manufacturing facilities. These upgrades will enable the production of electric vehicles and their components, alongside internal combustion and hybrid models to ensure a seamless transition towards a fully electric future.
The Range Rover Electric, set to debut later this year, will be the first fully electric model produced in Solihull, with an astonishing 57,000 clients already on the waiting list. Following this launch, Solihull will also serve as the production site for the first of three reimagined modern luxury electric Jaguars, beginning with a 4-door GT.
JLR’s latest hiring spree underscores its unwavering commitment to electrification, innovation, and sustainability, solidifying its position at the forefront of the luxury EV market. With an eye on 2030, when pure electric versions of all its brands will be available, and a vision to achieve carbon net zero by 2039, JLR is making bold strides toward an electrified future.
