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Our OEM Client based in Gaydon, is searching for a Senior Data Analytics Specialist to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a contract position until 31st March 2026. Umbrella Pay Rate: £33.64 per hour. Duties: This role (Data Analytics - Software and Systems Testing) is focused on ensuring the integrity, consistency, and usability of software and systems testing data across all domains created in JIRA and generally visualised in Tableau. This role bridges the gap between Engineering, Testing, and Development teams by analysing the complex datasets, resolving tooling issues, and preparing high-quality data for decision-making and reporting. Identify patterns, anomalies, and insights to support engineering and quality teams. Skills Required: Ability to support project planning with data-driven insights. Ability to create transparent weekly Top-Management Reporting. Ability to interact with Key Engineering Stakeholders to ensure metrics are aligned and correct. Ability to interpret the data to determine the key messages that should be shared. Ability to ensure data integrity is maintained, by monitoring tickets for common errors. Ability to coaching other uses of the tooling on data consistency and cleanliness. Education Required: Degree educated or equivalent experience.

Our OEM Client based in Gaydon, is searching for a Software & Systems Test Engineerto join their team, Inside IR35. This is a contract position until 31st March 2026. Umbrella Pay Rate: £33.64 per hour. Duties: This role (Software and Systems Testing Process) is focused on ensuring the New Vehicle Programs Systems and Software Testing is occurring with the correct amount of pace. This is done through ensuring high-quality software integration by driving process adherence, KPI tracking and continuous improvement. They oversee testing activities, monitor performance against targets through measurement dashboards and optimise workflows to reduce risks and defects. Acting as a key link between development teams and reporting out the overall status, they promote best practices and deliver reliable, compliant solutions. Skills Required: Strong knowledge of process management and continuous improvement frameworks. Proficiency in KPI tracking and reporting tools (e.g., JIRA, Tableau). Experience in process optimisation within software testing and integration. Analytical mindset with ability to interpret complex data sets. Solid understanding of compliance and quality standards. Excellent organisational and documentation skills. Effective communication and influencing skills. Ability to interact and influence test engineers across the company. Education Required: Degree educated or equivalent experience.

Our OEM Client based in Gaydon, is searching for a Lead Graphic Designer Materiality to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a contract position until 31st March 2026. Umbrella Pay Rate: £50.70 per hour. General Duties: Weekly design reviews for project progress assessments with creative teams, line manager, senior manager and / or director(s). Weekly 1:1s with manager to run through task list and assess tasks completed. High contribution to meetings through suggestions, problem solving and design representation. Excellent creative and presentation skills (including but not limited to Photoshop, Illustrator and Vred) to support visual design communication internal (C&M strategies) and external (launch, retails, customer facing). Design creation of Product Family Graphic Strategies to successfully deliver into production vehicles. High degree of competitors awareness and understanding of product and automotive design combined with good aesthetic judgement. Ability to do trend research and find adequate imagery for individual projects. Ability to visually communicate complex strategies in digestible and aesthetic presentation. Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities: Client Designs and Editions: Create highly creative and unique personalisation artworks to a brief or theme in 2D, to be interpreted in vehicle in 2D and 3D. Engage and communicate with clients to understand client briefs in full, for graphic interpretation and creation. Interpret already defined client designs for feasible manufacture in various technologies e.g. Embroidery. Understand and interpret a vehicle project or other graphic design project, from conception, to develop a vehicle theme for graphic creation. Create artwork templates to define release files to Suppliers for part manufacture. Liaise closely with SV Bespoke Materiality Designers to execute project design releases timely and in line with project render packs and sampling. Engage with Personalisation Engineers, Design Quality Team and Suppliers to sample and improve 2D artworks where necessary, to better physical execution of personalisation items in 3D/ physical. Multiple releases are sometimes required, for improvements, due to development process. Work with the Creative Digital Team to visualise artworks in vehicle, in digital/ virtual 3D. Organise and archive artworks in line with GDPR. Program graphic design and strategy. Lead and become a key contributor to the SV Bespoke Materiality Graphic Strategy. From individual vehicles to strategic graphical strategies, this includes graphic creation for perforation, embroidery, speaker details, finishers and materiality led branding - from exterior to seat labels. Create or further develop a graphic style/ language for SV Bespoke Materiality Presentation Material. Templates to be created for both digital and physical presentations. Creation of visual assets that communicate strategies, from icons to info graphics. Support high profile launch planning projects that require senior level visual communication presentations. Graphic development plays a big part in creating the best possible relationship between materials and form. Prepare supplier direction and briefs, support team members to do so. Visual communication. Be a key point of contact for collaborators outside of the materiality organisation, for example brand design and digital design. Continue to grow these cross-discipline relationships. Be the benchmark for briefing material. Collaborate on creating a visual language for spaces when required. Communication tools - take away's and handouts. Develop a library of reference for the team - for digital and physical use. Develop and simplify key materiality messages, creating exciting and impactful visual communication. General: Share best practice with the team and offer direction as appropriate, delegating for the Manager as and when required. Act as a source of expertise to others and contribute to discussions in own area. Mentor and coach others in graphic design process and methods. Undertake any other work as directed by their Line Manager in connection with their job as may be requested. Essential Skills, Experience and Qualifications: Advanced skill in adobe illustrator. High level of creativity and flair. Excellent communication skills and the ability to relate to and communicate at all levels. Capable of working autonomously to meet objectives. Passion for graphic design as evidenced by up to date in program/ skill set, innovations and trends. Proven ability to plan and undertake projects to a strict deadline. Ability to move between projects swiftly with a productive mindset. In order to be considered for this position it is advantageous to hold: A formal qualification such as degree qualified or equivalent experience preferred. Proven creative and presentation skills, including advanced use of adobe package software: illustrator, photoshop, InDesign software and ability to use internet resources appropriately for research purposes. A good understanding of product /interior/ exterior design, the design industry in general and automotive design combined with good aesthetic judgement. Desirable Skills, Experience and Qualifications: Proven ability to adjust to changing strategies and reflect in the relevant communication media. Additional software skills like Vred. Additional video editing software skills such as Final Cut Pro or Adobe After Effects. Motion graphics experience would be very relevant to build on in this role. Design product knowledge, in automotive or another creative field. Essential Personal Profile: An individual with a customer first mindset who is easy to do business with and makes people feel special, driven to deliver experiences that are personalised, transparent and dependable. An individual, who works independently, is results driven, demonstrating tenacity, drive and perseverance with the ability to deliver operational plans in a complex, highly demanding environment. An individual with the capability to combine a short-term, pragmatic focus with medium-term planning. A resilient and enthusiastic person who responds constructively to new ideas and inputs. A good communicator with the ability to communicate complex ideas. An effective and reliable team player, actively develops and supports team members. Desirable Personal Profile: An individual with the ability to challenge existing thinking in a positive way whilst building credibility and trust through experience and personal style.

Our OEM Client based in Gaydon, is searching for a NVH Modal Test Engineer to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a contract position until 31st March 2026. Umbrella Pay Rate: £27.03 per hour. Roles and responsibilities: Measurement, analysis and reporting of vehicle, system and component modal performance status to meet key gateway requirements. Responsible for lab-based transfer function measurement to support NVH attribute needs and NVH issue investigation, i.e. Transfer Path Analysis to support road, powertrain and simulator Teams. Undertake detailed correlation work in collaboration with CAE Teams both Internal and External to improve future models and simulations. Maintain the Gaydon Modal Lab Workspace and ensure it is fit for use and calibration compliant. Support taskforce activities to solve complex engineering problems as required. Maintain up-to-date method statements and processes for modal and systems testing. Skills Required: Experience within a modal testing environment and setup and use of impact hammer testing and shaker equipment. Good understanding of NVH signal processing and analysis, especially modal, structural and transfer function analysis. A methodical and detailed approach to planning, recording and executing high quality testing, and reporting. Ability to effectively present and communicate complex NVH data. Capable of working closely and collaboratively within a small team, inc. some coaching of apprentice colleague. Ability to identify and propose continuous improvements and new methods of work. Practical capability to carry out the basic fitting tasks necessary to set up and instrument tests, including ability to design new fixtures/rigs which can then be fabricated by the workshop teams. Education Required: Degree or relevant equivalent experience.

Our OEM Client based in Gaydon, is searching for a Retouch Artist to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a contract position until 31st March 2026. Umbrella Pay Rate: £43.22 per hour. Role Overview: As a Retouch Artist, you will refine and enhance 3D CGI imagery and photographic assets, ensuring every pixel reflects our client s design excellence. You will bridge the gap between CGI and Photography, working closely with CGI Artists and Art directors to deliver breathtaking visuals for global campaigns, digital channels, and product launches. Key Responsibilities: Refine 3D renders with colour correction, compositing, special effects. Convert 32-bit render outputs to 16-bit and 8-bit deliverables without quality loss. Seamlessly integrate CGI cars into photographic backgrounds and vice versa using photo-bashing and photographic lighting techniques. Perform photography clean-up: dust busting, skin and surface retouch, lens correction. Organise and maintain digital assets, ensuring version control and easy retrieval. Collaborate with Art Directors to interpret briefs and uphold brand guidelines. Mentor Junior Retouchers, sharing best practices in CGI post-production and retouching. Troubleshoot both technical and artistic challenges under tight deadlines. Stay current with emerging retouching trends, software updates, and visual effects techniques. Assist wider Visualisation Team on ad-hoc projects, lending your expertise wherever needed. Essential Skills: Adobe Photoshop. Experience & Qualifications Required: 3D CGI retouching experience preferred over pure traditional photography retouching. Proficient in Back to Beauty workflow, render passes, Cryptomattes, compositing, and standard CGI pipelines. Deep understanding of photography principles and terminology. Excellent eye for composition, colour harmony, balance, and fine detail. Advanced skills in Photoshop. Proven track record of converting high-dynamic-range renders into final deliverables. Strong file-management habits and ability to maintain organised asset libraries and files. Effective communicator and patient mentor, able to guide other colleagues. Desirable Experience & Qualifications: Automotive visualisation and advertising, basic CGI knowledge and experience. Experience in compositing software such as Nuke and Adobe After Effects. Experience using colour grading software such as DaVinci Resolve.

Our OEM Client based in Gaydon, is searching for an IT Change Management Analystto join their team, Inside IR35. This is a contract position until 31st March 2026. Umbrella Pay Rate: £33.64 per hour. We have united our individual PLM projects to form an enterprise-wide PLM transformation - our change specialists will work across the enterprise to drive the culture, behaviour and process changes, through education, content creation and engaging with people's jobs on a technical level Duties: Responsible for the IT organization's process improvement and change management activities by applying process improvement, change management methodologies, communication planning, organizational readiness assessment and Stakeholder analyses. Plans and executes process improvement and change management projects. Monitors the implementation of change management to ensure the disruption of normal business operations is minimized. Possesses and develops knowledge of business processes, in order to identify when changes in software applications and systems should be initiated. Acts as a change agent to implement and manage best practices across the IT organization. Responsibilities typically include: Managing large projects or processes with limited oversight from manager. Coaching, reviewing and delegating work to lower-level professionals. Problems faced are difficult and often complex.

Our OEM Client based in Gaydon, is searching for a Product Owner (Electrical Power System) to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a contract position until 31st March 2026. Umbrella Pay Rate: £33.64 per hour. The Vehicle Efficiency Team is responsible for vehicle efficiency across all programs with our client. EEM is part of the team and are responsible for electrical efficiency for all our client s powertrain variants. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Product Owner Electrical Power System to drive the delivery and integration of a power supply system focusing on efficiency. This role is pivotal in ensuring seamless planning, co-ordination and execution across cross-functional teams, with a strong emphasis on systems engineering principles. The successful candidate will take on a pivotal role ensuring alignment with customer expectations, technical feasibility, and programme timelines to deliver an efficient electrical system. Key Responsibilities: Electrical Efficiency Vision: Create and develop Electrical Efficiency Vision, representing the voice of the customer in all stages of feature development, with a strong understanding of energy and efficiency implications Create Visualisation Tools of Electrical Energy Management Data. Create and present concepts of Electrical Energy Management Strategies to a wide range of Stakeholders. Stakeholder Engagement: Influence and collaboration with Stakeholders across levels and functions, leveraging natural leadership and interpersonal warmth. Cross-Functional Communication: Act as the primary liaison in EEM you will represent the team across all engineering functions. Ensure consistent understanding and implementation of requirements across all Stakeholders. Change Management: Track changes and assess their impact on existing and future vehicle programmes. Lead updates to requirements and communicate changes effectively. Skills & Experience Required: Knowledge of Power Supply Systems and Electrical Architectures. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Knowledge of feature development and integration in automotive systems. Understanding of systems engineering principles and V-model development processes. Desirable Skills: Experience with CAE Modelling Toolsets. Experience with Requirements Management Tools (e.g. Dassault TRM, IBM DOORS). Education: Graduate or postgraduate in an engineering discipline.

Our OEM Client based in Gaydon, is searching for a Test Rig & Component Design Engineer to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a contract position until 31st March 2026. Umbrella Pay Rate: £33.64 per hour. Duties: Vehicle and Rig Test Operations forms the backbone of our client s internal vehicle test and development capability, and is responsible for a wide and diverse range of activities including Structural and Durability Test, Body Rig Test, Road Load Data, Analytical Facilities, NVH, Climatic Test, and Safety Test. The Facility & Technology Development Team are responsible for the design and delivery of facility components, test rigs and the infrastructure required in support of the core areas delivering physical test plans. The area is also responsible for the development and delivery of key new facilities, technology, infrastructure and strategy for the wider business, project leading from concept through to delivery. The role will see the associate lead the design and delivery of bespoke test rigs and fixtures in support of the core cycle plan across all the Engineering Labs test areas. These rigs will vary from component to system level or full vehicle testing. Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities: Designing test rigs and components using the 3DX toolset (Catia V6) from concept to delivery Creating 2D drawings for manufacture of parts at our client s Internal Workshops and External Suppliers. Liaising with customers to identify testing requirements and ensuring test rigs are capable of the task liaising with Workshop Fitters and Supervisors. Managing and planning workload to ensure on time delivery of test rigs. Validating Junior Team Members designs and technical drawings. Validation of designs using appropriate methods e.g., Hand Calculations, kinematics, MBS (Multibody Simulations), FEA/CAE. Creating technical reports. Skills Required: Knowledge of Testing Methodologies relating to the testing of road vehicles. Knowledge of vehicle architecture, components and mechanical systems. Experienced CAD user for 3D modelling. Ability to produce and interpret 2D complex detailed drawings in order to prepare parts for manufacture and assembly. Understanding of various manufacturing techniques and how to optimise designs accordingly. Ability to manage workload, priorities, identify issues and solutions using own initiative. Ability to resolve technical and process issues promptly.

Our OEM Client based in Gaydon, is searching for a Vehicle Programme and Test Plannerto join their team, Inside IR35. This is a contract up until 31st March 2026. Umbrella Pay Rate: £27.03 per hour. Duties: Evaluate new vehicle content and changes to identify the impact on Ergonomics and communicate to relevant Stakeholders in the team to co-ordinate response. Monitor vehicle content and ensure that the necessary Ergonomics requirements are active in the Central Engineering Test Management System throughout development. Lead point of contact for Design Verification (DV) Testing for the Ergonomics Team, including organising availability of physical and virtual vehicle test properties, maintaining the team's DV Testing Calendar and Central Engineering Test Management System, and ensuring team are aware of upcoming deadlines. Ensure completion of the Ergonomics Team's DV Testing, including test reports. Maintain a clear and up-to-date summary of Ergonomics status and priorities across all vehicles and share updates with Integration Teams and other Stakeholders. Refresh and maintain team website to ensure internal team members and other departments can easily find information and resources. Skills Required: Strong organisational and time management skills. Analytical mindset with attention to detail. Proven ability to plan and co-ordinate activities for a team of around 40 people. Clear written and verbal communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills with confidence in working with Senior Stakeholders and Cross-functional Teams. Experience using Agile Planning Tools (e.g. Jira, Confluence). Familiar with Workflow Management Tools (e.g. IBM Rational DOORS and IBM Engineering Workflow Management). Proficient with Collaboration Tools (e.g. SharePoint, Lucid). Desirable: Experience working in an Automotive Environment and/or in an Ergonomics, Human Factors or HMI role. Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business, Project Management, or related field.

Our OEM Client based in Gaydon, is searching for a NVH Test Engineer (Infotainment Systems) to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a contract position until 2nd October 2026. Umbrella Pay Rate: £33.64 per hour. This role is responsible for the hands-on testing of automotive infotainment systems, with a strong focus on active NVH (Noise, Vibration, and Harshness) technologies at both system and subsystem levels. The ideal candidate will have an execution mindset taking ownership of test delivery and driving results through rigorous validation and problem-solving. Key Responsibilities: Plan and execute test programmes for infotainment systems, particularly those involving active NVH technologies. Ensure all testing is aligned with automotive quality standards and specifications. Identify issues and drive improvements in system and subsystem performance. Define and apply testing specifications for new and existing infotainment components. Document test procedures, configurations, and results with clarity and precision. Continuously improve and automate test methodologies to enhance efficiency and repeatability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware, software, and NVH specialists to ensure integrated system validation. Set up and maintain test rigs and environments for infotainment and audio system validation. Required Skills and Experience: Strong background in testing automotive infotainment systems, ideally with experience in active NVH technologies. Execution-focused approach with the ability to manage and deliver test programmes independently. Experience with audio systems and rig setup for validation. Excellent documentation and communication skills. Full UK driving licence required. Proficient in debugging and analysis using tools such as: Wireshark. Vector tools (e.g., CANoe, CANalyzer). Putty. Media converters. JTAG flashing. Familiarity with automotive communication protocols: CAN. Ethernet (Some IP). A2B (Automotive Audio Bus). Education Required: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Automotive Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline. Master's degree preferred but not essential, especially if complemented by strong hands-on experience in infotainment or NVH testing. Additional certifications in automotive communication protocols, embedded systems, or audio engineering are advantageous.

Our OEM Client based in Gaydon, is searching for a Computer Aided Design & Drafting Engineer to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a contract position until 31st March 2026. Umbrella Pay Rate: £33.64 per hour. Duties: Computer Aided Design & Drafting (CAD/CAM/CAE) work focuses on the documentation, illustration, and digital modelling of engineering designs and processes including: Assessing engineering requirements and translating into technical blueprints, drawings, layouts, and simulation models using CAD/CAM/CAE software or applying standard CAD/CAM/CAE techniques to digitize, edit, and revise engineering drawings of components, parts, and assemblies. Capturing, defining and controlling of all GD&T information. Capturing, defining and controlling of all significant and critical characteristics. Co-ordinating with others to define the most suitable materials for sub-components Calculations and testing to support fixing design (adhesives, fasteners, etc.) Design of parts to ensure good manufacturability. Design of jigs/fixtures for assembly. Customizing CAD/CAM/CAE software to model complex or unusual designs. Creating digital proto-types and conducting design simulations for purposes of verifying reliability/safety and optimizing engineering processes. Collaborating with product/manufacturing process engineers by recommending changes to component designs based on outcomes of digital proto-typing and design simulations. May provide materials lists and cost estimates. Level: A Specialist Professional (P4) is a recognized subject matter expert in job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. Responsibilities typically include: Managing large projects or processes with limited oversight from manager. Coaching, reviewing and delegating work to lower-level professionals. Ensure all appropriate client standards are met throughout design maturation. Manage design verification test plans, including detailed planning of test and development stages through to sign-off and support engineering test teams with rectification of issues. Work with Supplier Teams to develop fix & resolution plans for hardware issues. Undertake any other work as directed by their Line Manager in connection with their job as may be requested from time to time. Problems faced are difficult and often complex. Specialisation Match Note: Para-Professional incumbents typically work on less complex engineering designs and processes than Individual. Professionals and modify draft layouts/models created by engineers and CAD/CAM/CAE designers. Skills Required: CAD skills to design and manipulate mechanical components. Detailed knowledge of GD&T. Working knowledge of FMEA and significant/critical characteristics. Experience of diecasting, injection moulding, machining, pressing, stamping, painting and other associated manufacturing processes. Understanding of different fixing methods and how to perform design calculations to ensure robustness. Empirical knowledge of tooling design considerations and mould flow analyses. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to explain technical issues to Stakeholders. Ability to work independently and proactively, taking full ownership and responsibility for own work; fully invested in achieving a successful result. A critical thinker who is able to apply a logical approach to problem resolution. Willingness to learn and to take active responsibility for own development/objectives. A person who responds positively to constructive feedback, new ideas and inputs. Experience of CATIA or other equivalent CAD packages. Experience of performing bolted joint calculations. Experience of performing adhesive force calculations and a working knowledge of the noise factors that may degrade performance. A practitioner of quality methods like, 8D, Failure Mode Effect Analysis, Failure Modes Effects and Diagnostic Analysis or Fault Tree Analysis. Design for manufacturing and design for six sigma.

Our OEM Client based in Coventry, is searching for a Software Development Engineer to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a contract position until 31st March 2026. Umbrella Pay Rate: £27.03 per hour. Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities, including key performance indicators: Working with control boards to perform microcontroller software testing. Analyse system level requirements and decompose to software requirements. Design software components in-line with requirements. Implement software components using MATLAB/Simulink and/or C/C++ code. Develop and execute software component unit test cases. Contribute to software validation activities using Model in Loop, Software in Loop and Hardware in Loop platforms. Contribute to software code reviews. Deliver verified and validated software according to project deliverables and timing. Assist in process alignment and adherence to key internal and industry standard coding rules and practices to ensure compliance with ASPICE and ISO 26262. Contribute to software issue resolution (including out of process updates and rapid prototype containment of issues). Essential Skills, Knowledge and Experience: Solid background in control system design and embedded software development for power electronic converters. Experience in developing AUTOSAR software using model-based design. Experience using Embedded C, MATLAB / Simulink, CATIA NoMagic (or other model-based system engineering tool), Vector CANalyzer & CANoe Experience working with system / software requirements and requirement decomposition. Capable of validating control code through use of software validation tools in MIL, SIL and HIL environments. Knowledge of automotive electrical and communications systems. Possess a high-level of attention to detail / accuracy, whilst delivering at pace. Team player, able to work together with multiple teams and departments to deliver effective solutions. Desirable Skills, Knowledge and Experience: Automotive / Aerospace experience of delivering embedded controls software in a model-based environment. Understanding of functional safety and ISO 26262. Experience in writing and maintaining software requirements using TRM (Dassault Systems). Experience writing MISRA C compliant code. Experience with Infineon TriCore and DSP microcontrollers. Familiarity with automatic code generation. Understanding of Agile software development. Knowledge of ASPICE or equivalent. Higher degree in computing, software, controls or relevant subject.

Our OEM Client based in Coventry, is searching for a Facilities Engineer (Emissions Facilities) to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a contract position until 31st March 2026. Umbrella Pay Rate: £27.03 per hour. The team's function is to support Engineering Operations in their objective of achieving timely, quality product releases through supporting the overall Product 'cycle plan'. In doing so, the team and all individuals within it, are required to be responsive to their customer needs and requirements. In this role you will work within the Emissions Facilities supporting the development of the next generation and current generation state of the art of products be it conventional Combustion Engines or new Technology such as Battery powered with Electric Drive Units and Control systems or a mixture of both in Hybrid systems. You will work as an individual and as part of a team to keep the facility and equipment within the facility compliant for Certification and Development testing across all Product Development sites. This role will operate across the facility conducting activities to ensure that the team provide the capability to accurately measure vehicle/engine emissions and deliver a high-quality facility to fulfil customer testing requirements. The core responsibility of the role will be performing scheduled maintenance, servicing and fault rectification activities across the facilities, and any other activities assigned by its reporting manager. They will be responsible for providing and maintaining processes and ensuring that productive capability is maintained. The main activities need strong technical capability and require critical and analytical reasoning, robust planning, co-ordination and control of own workload. As an Engineer you will be supporting a wide range of engineering customers, skilled test facility operators, suppliers, external agencies and organisations in order to provide continuity of testing and assurance that our facility and output meet the requirements of established international standards for laboratory accreditation, and as established in local requirements (e.g. BS EN versions). Key Performance Indicators: Troubleshoot faults with measurement equipment and resolve eTrackers raised to the Facilities team swiftly. Perform routine maintenance and calibration tasks across equipment, completing scheduled servicing in a timely manner as per pre-defined schedules. Create processes and operating procedures for tasks to standardise maintenance tasks. Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities: Diagnose equipment issues, own the issue and use available resources resolve. The raising of eTrackers, tracking and managing them through to closure, to minimise facility downtime. Analysis of data and evaluation of findings to provide solutions and move test activity and pilot build forward. Interpretation of data and communication to customers. Data driven diagnosis and rectification of issues, engagement of support teams to facilitate resolution. Perform routine maintenance on facilities equipment during scheduled down time. Perform periodic calibration on facilities equipment. Function test and service of facilities equipment. Perform TPM (preventative maintenance) of facilities equipment. Identify and ensure the right equipment is available at the right time with key information to enable test delivery. Adhere to Health and Safety guidelines. Setup of ancillary systems and equipment, adjustment of limits and parameters for safe running and quality output. Guidance and training of testers and apprentices, creation of internal test instructions and local process documents. Adhere to quality standards. Engineering Hygiene through 5s methodology Work shifts as required to meet business needs. May be required to travel to and work at other sites as required. Undertake any other work as directed by their line manager in connection with their job as may be requested. Maintain the 5S of the facilities and other areas as required. Essential Skills, Knowledge and Experience: Level 4 qualification in Electrical / Mechanical Engineering or related discipline. Proven ability to plan, co-ordinate and control own workflow and achieve quality results. Proven skills in fault finding and resolution, problem analysis and root-cause identification are crucial, as is a methodical, logical approach to work. Experience with physical maintenance activities. Calibration and Instrumentation knowledge. Emissions, Mechanical and/or Electrical skills and knowledge. A detailed understanding of electrical/mechanical measurement techniques. The ability to validate, prepare and read electrical/mechanical/flow diagrams. Understanding of Health and Safety requirements including adherence to Risk Assessments, COSHH and other relevant H&S regulations. Computer literate, including Microsoft Office competency to produce plans, presentations, graphs, process and SPL documents. Commitment, flexibility, self-motivation, robust clear communication. Desirable Skills, Knowledge and Experience: Level 6 qualification in Electrical / Mechanical Engineering or related discipline. Experience of calibration, maintenance and repair of emission measurement equipment and systems. Experience in EDU / E machine or Break rigs. Experience in the operation of data acquisition and automation systems, and data quality tools including Concerto and Tableau. A full UK driving license with less than 6 penalty points, no disqualification, 2 years accident free. Knowledge on ISO 9001 or ISO TS 16949 and ISO 17025. Essential Personal Profile: Prepared to undertake further vocational training and development as identified by Powertrain Test Operations and the SPOC for Early Careers and Training, Powertrain A safety mindset and willingness to challenge others. Excellent communication skills. Can work as an individual or in a team. Good administration and planning skills. Ability to manage time and meet realistic targets. Has attention to detail. Tidy and methodical approach to work. Ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines. Proactive work ethic. A passion for the automotive industry. Desire to learn new skills and expand role. Good problem-solving skills with a logical approach to tasks.

Our OEM Client based in Gaydon, is searching for an Issue Management Specialist to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a contract position until 31st March 2026. Umbrella Pay Rate: £33.64 per hour. Duties: This role (Issue Management Specialist) is responsible for overseeing the identification, tracking, and resolution of integration issues across complex systems. While the role demands a high level of technical understanding, it is not hands-on in nature. The successful candidate will ensure consistent adherence to established processes, effective utilisation of issue management tools and clear and transparent reporting to Senior Stakeholders. Key aspects of this role involves the ability to drive actions based on clear KPI's around defect management with Stakeholders across the company. Strong skills in developing metrics, dashboards, and professional presentations are essential. Skills Required: Strong knowledge of issue and defect management processes and tools. Proficiency in root cause analysis techniques and problem-solving methodologies. Ability to develop, interpret, and present metrics, KPIs and performance dashboards. Solid understanding of software integration principles and dependencies. Excellent communication skills with the ability to lead discussions on complex or sensitive matters. High attention to detail and process discipline. Ability to identify areas of weakness and where help is needed. Experience working within structured project governance frameworks (e.g., PMO, programme teams). Familiarity with Agile and Waterfall delivery models. Ability to maintain and update issue registers and tracking systems with accuracy and rigour. Ability to facilitate regular issue review meetings, ensuring clear ownership and timely follow-up. Education Required: Educated to degree level, or equivalent relevant experience.

Our OEM Client based in Gaydon, is searching for a Test & Development Planner to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a contract position until 31st March 2026. Umbrella Pay Rate: £33.64 per hour. Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities: Supporting the creation and optimisation of Test and Development plans for vehicle and rigs, ensuring all stakeholder requirements are met and meets budget Defining the spec of prototype vehicles required to meet the needs of the test teams Oversee vehicle builds and manage Test and Development Plans Create and implement prototype camouflage strategies Maintain fleet of prototype vehicles and keep up to date with reworks, hardware updates and software updates Manage closure of prototype fleets by re-selling, recycling and re-using prototype assets for future programmes. Skills Required: Ability to work independently and proactively, taking full ownership and responsibility for own work; fully invested in achieving a successful result. You view things as a team rather than individual project level, considering the wider team needs. Strong interpersonal/communication skills, including ability to manage/lead/support stakeholder relationships and communicate effectively at all levels. Ability to work independently and proactively, taking full ownership and responsibility for own work; fully invested in achieving a successful result. You view things as a team rather than individual project level, considering the wider team needs. Strong interpersonal/communication skills, including ability to manage/lead/support stakeholder relationships and communicate effectively at all levels. Behaviour Profile Required: Enthusiastic with strong passion to learn and make continuous improvements. Highly driven, self-motivated and able to deliver with minimum supervision. Flexible and able to work under pressure delivering within committed timelines. Customer First attitude to maintain Can do will do positive approach within challenging environment. A dynamic team player with willingness to train others and being adaptable to changes. Experience Required: Previous project planning delivery experience within New Product Introduction. Solid experience of cross functional working across multi-disciplined teams to lead problem resolution. An understanding of test methodology in mechanical and/or electrical disciplines. Experience of working in the Automotive or other relevant Engineering industry. Reporting and presenting technical data to Stakeholders at all levels. Previous experience and background in programme planning and/or vehicle testing accompanied with a proven track record of successful delivery of programme delivery. Primavera P6 planning tool knowledge will be desirable. Education Required: Relevant degree or equivalent experience or relevant apprenticeship or equivalent experience preferred.

Our OEM Client based in Gaydon, is searching for a Combustion & Aftertreatment Calibration Engineer to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a contract position until 31st March 2026. Umbrella Pay Rate: £33.64 per hour. The role is for the calibration of diesel and gasoline combustion and aftertreatment systems. This will involve conducting testing in both vehicle and testbed, supporting environmental test trips and working with third party suppliers to deliver robust calibrations. In addition, coaching and mentoring of junior engineers will be expected. The successful applicant will need to be able to make an impact from the start and will be expected to be fully familiar with the calibration tools, communication with the powertrain system, data analysis tools. They will be expected to have a detail fundamental knowledge of combustion and aftertreatment systems. Skills Required: Good working knowledge: INCA/MDA. Concerto. CRETA. Matlab/Simulink. Candidate Requirements: Emissions testing of ICE vehicles. Testbed development of combustion and aftertreatment system DPF calibration including soot and fuel in oil models OBD calibration for diesel and calibration. Full UK or European Driving Licence. This role requires travel to European countries and therefore all candidates must have the ability and possess the appropriate documentation to travel to Europe without restrictions. Education Required: Degree in Engineering.