Jaguar Land Rover creates 250 New Engineering Jobs in the West Midlands

By Anushka Malhotra

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Quick Read: Jaguar Land Rover announces the creation of 250 new engineering roles in the West Midlands, focusing on developing pure electric vehicles and enhancing battery technology expertise.

Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) is expanding its presence in the West Midlands with the announcement of 250 new engineering positions. These roles, situated at JLR's facilities in Gaydon, Warwickshire, and Whitley, Coventry, are dedicated to supporting the development of the company's upcoming lineup of pure electric vehicles, scheduled to hit the market by 2030.

The focus of these new positions is to enhance JLR's expertise in battery cell chemistry, as well as the associated hardware and software required for electric vehicle development. This move comes in response to the automotive industry's growing shift towards electric propulsion and JLR's commitment to leading the charge in sustainable mobility solutions.

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A significant catalyst for this expansion is the recent £250 million investment in JLR's Future Energy Lab located in Whitley. This investment underscores JLR's dedication to advancing battery technology and electric vehicle systems, positioning the company at the forefront of innovation in the automotive sector.

In addition to advancing battery technology, some of the new roles will involve improving the fast charging experience for customers, addressing a key concern for electric vehicle adoption. By prioritising customer-centric solutions, JLR aims to enhance the overall ownership experience of its electric vehicles and encourage widespread adoption of electric mobility.

The application process for these new engineering roles is now open, offering battery chemistry experts and other engineering professionals the opportunity to contribute to shaping the future of electric powertrains. Freddy Gunnarson, JLR's cell design manager, expressed excitement about the opportunity, highlighting the importance of these roles in defining the next generation of electrical powertrains.

These new positions will be based at JLR's Gaydon engineering centre and the Future Energy Lab in Whitley, where the company conducts research and development on batteries and electric vehicle systems. By expanding its engineering workforce, JLR reaffirms its commitment to driving innovation and pushing the boundaries of electric vehicle technology.

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School of Coding Secures Investment to Launch UK’s First AI Learning Lab in Birmingham

A fast-growing West Midlands digital training firm has secured a six-figure investment to launch what it claims will be the UK’s first AI Learning Lab, supporting regional upskilling and job creation.

The School of Coding, founded in Wolverhampton, has received backing from the Midlands Engine Investment Fund II (MEIF II), via fund manager Frontier Development Capital (FDC). The funding will be used to fit out its new central Birmingham tech hub, expected to create 50 new jobs within the next year.

Founded in 2017, the company delivers digital skills education to both young people and professionals, offering courses in cybersecurity, software development, AI, health tech, and digital entrepreneurship. It also runs nationwide coding classes for children and works with schools, councils, and education providers.

The new lab will act as a centre for innovation and learning, equipping individuals and businesses with practical skills to adopt AI technologies responsibly and effectively.

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Manny Athwal, founder and CEO of School of Coding, said:

“AI is here to stay, and we want to help people use it ethically and productively. This new hub in Birmingham will democratise access to digital education and support both personal and business growth in the tech economy. We see this as the first of many tech hubs across the UK.”

The company now operates in 17 countries, with offices in Telford, Dublin, and India, employing nearly 300 people worldwide, including 95 in the UK.

This latest investment builds on a previous round from MEIF in 2023, reinforcing the British Business Bank’s commitment to supporting scale-up businesses in tech and innovation.

David Tindall, Senior Investment Manager at the British Business Bank, said:

“We’re proud to support a business that's actively addressing the digital skills gap and championing innovation. This second round of funding demonstrates MEIF II’s mission to back high-growth firms driving change.”

Ryan Cartwright, of Frontier Development Capital, added:

“Manny and his team are creating real impact through digital education. We’re excited to support the UK’s first AI Learning Lab – a step that will help more regional businesses benefit from emerging technologies.”

By Anushka Malhotra

23 Apr

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