Tata Elxsi, a design and technology services provider, is expanding its operations in the West Midlands, UK. The company has announced plans to create numerous high-value technology and engineering jobs over the next three years. Tata Elxsi’s presence in the region has already expanded significantly since opening its Coventry design center in September 2022, with over 100 engineering roles filled by graduates from local universities.Tata Elxsi, a design and technology services provider, is expanding its operations in the West Midlands, UK. The company has announced plans to create numerous high-value technology and engineering jobs over the next three years. Tata Elxsi’s presence in the region has already expanded significantly since opening its Coventry design center in September 2022, with over 100 engineering roles filled by graduates from local universities. Tata Elxsi’s focus includes investments in cybersecurity, AI, and automotive engineering. The company’s London Design Studio is responsible for designing futuristic automotive experiences under the ‘AutoX’ initiative, while the Coventry design center serves as the global center of excellence for cybersecurity and AI. Tata Elxsi’s expansion plans also include the establishment of a UK Network Transformation Lab, which will utilize AI for automated network management. The company’s commitment to the West Midlands region is evident in its plans to recruit talent directly from universities such as the University of Warwick, University of Birmingham, and University of Coventry. The company’s expansion has received positive feedback from local government officials. The Mayor of the West Midlands, Richard Parker, highlighted the importance of such investments in creating highly skilled jobs for young people and contributing to the region’s innovation ecosystem. Councillor Jim O’Boyle, Cabinet Member for Jobs, Regeneration, and Climate Change at Coventry City Council, emphasized the city’s suitability for innovative companies like Tata Elxsi, given its strategic location and access to a skilled engineering workforce.
Tata Elxsi has announced that it will create a wave of high-value technology and engineering jobs, strengthening the group’s commitment to the West Midlands.
The design and technology services provider is strengthening operations at its Coventry design centre, the global centre of excellence for cybersecurity and AI.
Since the design centre opened in September 2022, Tata Elxsi has expanded its presence in Coventry, with over 100 engineering roles filled by West Midlands institutions including the University of Warwick, University of Birmingham and University of Coventry.
The company plans to recruit for roles over the next three years and is looking to invest in the West Midlands, where it has its largest presence outside India.
Other expansion plans in the UK are also underway, with proposals to set up a UK Network Transformation Lab, using AI to enable zero-touch automation of the planning, deployment and management of networks, applications and services.
Tata Elxsi’s London Design Studio designs futuristic automotive experiences under the ‘AutoX’ initiative.
Manoj Raghavan, MD & CEO at Tata Elxsi, said: “The UK is a critical focus market for us, and the establishment of our Coventry Design Hub, along with our investments in cybersecurity and AI, underlines our commitment to creating transformative impact.
“By working with industry leaders and academic institutions, we are not only nurturing the next generation of design and engineering talent, but also contributing to the UK’s leadership in automotive engineering and cybersecurity. We look forward to further advancing our business expansion and technological advancement in the region.”
Mayor of the West Midlands, Richard Parker, said: “Tata Elxsi is a pioneer in industry-defining, future technologies here in the West Midlands, through its Global Centre of Excellence. The company’s continued investment in Coventry is an example of the strength of our innovation ecosystem and in particular the region’s tech-savvy talent pool.
“It is investments like this that can deliver the highly skilled, well-paid technical jobs we need for our young people. I am pleased that the company is recruiting directly from universities in the region, including Birmingham, Coventry and Warwickshire.
“I look forward to supporting the continued growth of the business in the West Midlands over the coming years.”
Councillor Jim O’Boyle, Cabinet Member for Jobs, Regeneration and Climate Change at Coventry City Council, said: “Tata Elxsi is rapidly establishing and expanding its base here in Coventry. And we are the perfect location for this kind of ground-breaking sector – with our prime location and a rich pipeline of engineering graduates from our two universities. I look forward to hearing what the future holds for this innovative company.”
