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Location
University of Warwick Campus, Coventry
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Department
WMG
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Position Type
Fixed Term
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Duration
Fixed-term contract until 31st March 2028
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Salary
£35,608-£46,049 per annum
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About the Role
Informal Queries
For informal queries, please contact Ben Hunt (Lead Engineer) at
[email protected]
To support the development, operation and continuous improvement of the Winding Centre of Excellence through the delivery of industrial and research projects focused on electric machine manufacturing.
The role involves the design and development of manufacturing tooling, fixtures and equipment, assembly of electric machine prototypes, support of manufacturing process development activities, and operation of specialist laboratory facilities.
The postholder will work closely with academic staff, researchers and industrial partners to develop innovative manufacturing solutions and support the translation of emerging technologies into practical manufacturing capability.
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About You
A candidate with a pragmatic approach to solving engineering & manufacturing challenges for the next generation electrical machines.
For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the
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About the Department
The WMG PEMD team is working on collaborative projects with automotive, aerospace and energy generation manufacturers.
We have projects with tier 1s and OEMs that will make the electrification of aerospace, automotive and marine transport possible, and a commercial success. Our Driving the Electric Revolution – Industrialisation Centre “Winding Centre of Excellence” is part of our capability for making electrified drivetrains a credible technology for low-carbon transport. The WCE is central to these challenges and this post will support the facility development, project delivery and insights into the adoption of automated machine manufacturing.
The Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG) is the largest department at the University of Warwick, with over 800 staff and nearly 3,000 students across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in management, technology, and applied engineering.
We are globally recognised for our world-class research, innovative industry partnerships, and teaching excellence, and we are proud holders of the Athena SWAN Silver Award and the Institutional Silver Award.
Find out more about the High Value Manufacturing Catapult centre.
Find out more about the Energy Innovation Centre.
Find out more about our range of undergraduate and apprenticeship degrees here.
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About the University
We are a world-leading research-intensive university founded in 1965. We are ranked 74th in the world and 9th in the UK.* Additionally, 92% of our research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent.**
Find out more about us at warwick.ac.uk/about/.
- World University Ranking 2026, Complete University Guide 2026
** Research Excellence Framework 2021
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How to Apply
Closing Deadline: Monday 17th August 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time)*
To apply, please click APPLY below and submit an application form by the closing deadline. You will be asked to include two attachments:
CV
Cover Letter
These should:
Outline employment and education history (including your most recent employment).
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Right to Work in the UK
If you do not yet have the right to work in the UK and/or are seeking sponsorship for a Skilled Worker visa, please follow this link which contains further information about obtaining the right to work in the UK.
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