Contract Vehicle Test Engineer, 6 months+, Commutable from Coventry, Warwickshire, West Midlands areas
The Vehicle Test Engineer Role:
We are looking for a Vehicle Test Engineer to plan and execute testing within a specialist low vehicle development and build environment. This is an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge vehicle technology, supporting vehicle testing, validation, and customer demonstrations.
Working as part of an Engineering design, development, test, and build team, you will play a key role in ensuring vehicles meet the highest standards of performance, reliability, and customer readiness.
If you are looking for a role where no two days are the same and want to play a key part in delivering innovative vehicle technology to customers then this is a fantastic opportunity for you.
What We Offer:
* Opportunity to work on advanced specialist vehicle technology.
* A varied role combining engineering, testing and customer support.
* Initial 6 month contract (assessed as inside IR35).
* Career development within a growing business.
* Supportive and collaborative engineering environment.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Conducting vehicle testing against approved test plans.
* Supporting validation and regression testing of new vehicle systems.
* Recording, analysing and reporting test results.
* Preparing vehicles for testing and customer trials.
* Carrying out vehicle inspections and basic maintenance during test programmes.
* Using diagnostic equipment and data logging systems to support engineering investigations.
* Supporting customer demonstrations and acceptance trials.
Your Background:
* Experience in vehicle testing, engineering validation or automotive engineering.
* Knowledge of vehicle diagnostics and testing methodologies.
* An understanding of autonomous and hybrid vehicle technologies would be advantageous.
* The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical manuals and test procedures.
* Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
* Excellent communication and report writing skills.
* Experience supporting customers.
Qualifications:
* You will hold a relevant engineering qualification (Apprenticeship / HNC / HND / Degree).
* Must be eligible to achieve SC Clearance.
* Experience within defence, military, automotive, off-highway, specialist vehicles or motorsport would be highly advantageous but is not essential.
* Full UK Driving Licence.
To apply please send your CV to Luke Smith at Euro Projects Recruitment Ltd.
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This job is posted by Euro Projects Recruitment, a recruitment consultancy specialising in engineering and manufacturing appointments from tool room to boardroom. We combine over 100 years of technical knowledge and recruitment expertise to introduce the best candidates to the best companies. We are passionate about your future and persistent in our efforts to secure you the right job