68 Automotive jobs

Are you an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer looking to work on some of the UK's most exciting defence programmes? We are currently recruiting for multiple Lead Mechanical Engineers to support the development of next-generation land systesm for a leading global defence organisation based in Ampthill. This is an excellent opportunity to work on complex military vehicle programmes, contributing to the design and development of cutting-edge defence technologies. You'll be joining a highly skilled engineering team responsible for delivering innovative mechanical design solutions for armoured vehicle platforms and complex mechanisms operating in demanding environments. The Role As a Lead Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for: Supporting the design and development of Mechanical systems and components. Producing high-quality mechanical designs from concept through to manufacture. Designing complex mechanisms and assemblies for defence applications. Performing...

Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Yeovil, Somerset Rate: Up to £46 per hour (depending on experience) Mechanical Design Engineer Opportunity We are currently recruiting for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join a leading aerospace engineering organisation based in Yeovil. This is an excellent opportunity to work on innovative aerospace projects, contributing to the design and development of advanced mechanical systems within a collaborative engineering environment. Key Responsibilities Develop concept designs supported by engineering analysis. Produce detailed mechanical designs using 2D and 3D CAD. Create and maintain engineering drawings, drawing packs, and supporting documentation. Carry out tolerance analysis and process engineering changes. Liaise with Production Engineering and Production Planning to ensure designs are optimised for manufacture. Deliver engineering projects in line with agreed schedules and project milestones. Work in accordance with...

HGV Technician / HGV Engineer / HGV Fitter / HGV Mechanic / HGV Contractor Location: Heathrow Rate: £32.00 - £34.00 per hour Shift: Monday - Friday / Late Shifts (10 - 12 hour shifts) Immediate Start Available - On-Going Work Our client is a specialist, reliable and reputable Commercial Vehicle Company based around the Heathrow area. They are seeking a passionate and dedicated HGV Technician to complete an ongoing contract / LTD position. This is open to Limited Company Contractors and is working Outside IR35. As a HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter you must hold the following: * NVQ / City and Guilds – Level 3 * Minimum of 5 years working on commercial vehicles * Experience working in a fast-paced and demanding customer environment * The ability to organise work on own initiative and work under pressure * Class 1 licence – Preferable not essential Benefits & Package * Great Hourly Rates * Weekly Pay - Every Friday * Limited Companies...

Job Title: High Level Technician (Rolling Stock) Job Location: Derby Hourly Pay Rate: Days - £22.49 PAYE / £29.23 Umbrella Afternoons £26.09 PAYE / £33.98 Umbrella Nights - £29.91 PAYE / £39.01 Umbrella Saturday - £33.74 PAYE /£40.92 Umbrella (All hours) Sunday - £44.98 PAYE /£54.56 Umbrella (All hour) Shifts: Mon - Fri Days 37 hours Duration: On-going contract Start Date: ASAP Industries considered: Rail, Rolling Stock, RAF, REME, Army, Navy, Marine, Avionics, Rolling Stock, Commercial/Industrial Electrics, Defence, Plant Engineering, SPM, HVAC, and Process Engineering Disciplines considered: Diesel Engine Fitter, Electrical Engineer / Mechanical Engineer, Mechanic, Avionic Technician, Aircraft Engineer, Marine Engineer, Maintenance Fitter, and Breakdown Engineer Client Summary: A...

Spray Painter - Permanent Night Shift Airdrie Up to £17.63 per hour Monday to Thursday 39 Hours Per Week Earn up to £17.63 per hour while enjoying a 4-day working week and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday off! We're recruiting Spray Painters to join a leading manufacturing business in Plains, Airdrie. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established company offering a permanent night shift, competitive pay and genuine long-term career opportunities. What's on Offer? Up to £17.63 per hour Permanent Night Shift 39-hour week - Monday to Thursday Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday off Regular overtime available at enhanced rates Full training and ongoing development Opportunity to secure a permanent contract Career progression within a respected manufacturing business Friendly, supportive team and modern working environment Your Responsibilities As a Spray Painter, you will be responsible for: Preparing surfaces by cleaning, sanding and filling prior to painting...

Automotive Assembly Operatives – Weekend Nights Friday, Saturday & Sunday Nights | £16.87 per Hour | Birmingham Are you an experienced Automotive Assembly Operative looking for a long-term weekend opportunity with excellent pay? Pertemps are recruiting on behalf of a leading automotive manufacturer for Automotive Assembly Operatives to join their successful production team in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity to secure ongoing work within a modern manufacturing environment supplying components to some of the world's leading automotive brands. Shift Pattern Friday: 20:00 – 08:00 Saturday: 19:00 – 07:00 Sunday: 18:00 – 06:00Pay Rate: £16.87 per hour The Role As an Automotive Assembly Operative, you will be responsible for assembling high-quality automotive components while working to strict production and quality standards. You'll be part of a fast-paced manufacturing team where attention to detail, reliability and teamwork are essential. Your duties will...

Sapien Engineering are looking for multiple Vehicle Build Technicians to join a rapidly expanding automotive client on a contract basis. The client is based in Battersea, Greater London. These are contract positions, 6 months in length and outside of IR35. Day rate negotiable D.O.E. Job requirements: * Automotive build – whole vehicle * Mechanical bias * Reading engineering schematics * Basic fabrication/machining beneficial * Previous experience in EV’s highly beneficial * Electrical knowledge highly beneficial For more information, please apply with an updated copy of your CV ASAP

Traffic Controller – Permanent Opportunity Automotive Site – Coleshill, Birmingham £28,500 - £33,000 per annum Immediate starts available Pertemps are recruiting experienced Traffic Controllers for a leading automotive company based in Coleshill, Birmingham. This is a permanent full-time position offering long-term job security following a successful interview. We are looking for confident, proactive individuals who have previous experience controlling vehicle movements and can communicate effectively with drivers and customers on a daily basis. Shift patterns available: Mornings: 05:30 – 14:00 Afternoons: 13:30 – 22:00 Nights: 18:00 – 06:00 The role: Control and coordinate vehicle movements safely and efficiently Manage traffic flow across a busy automotive site Communicate with drivers, customers, and internal teams Resolve issues quickly using initiative and problem-solving skills Identify hazards and take proactive action to maintain safe operations Essential...

Job title: Mechanical Fitter Job location: Crewe, Cheshire Hourly pay rate: £18.82 PAYE / £24.40 Umbrella Shifts: Mon-Fri 8am 4.30pm (with flexibility to work shifts) Hours per week: 37 Duration: Ongoing Start date: ASAP Industries considered Rolling Stock, Automotive, Marine, Plant and Aviation, Military, HGV Technicians Company Summary: A global leader in Rolling Stock vehicle manufacturing, service and maintenance. Position Summary: Based within the Rolling Stock industry (Trains) we are currently recruiting for Mechanical Engineers to operate out of a Rolling stock depot based in Crewe, to carry out the Mechanical Overhaul of Rail Bogies. Candidates will be required to carry out the following duties: * Bogie overhaul, damage repair and engineering * Wheel set overhaul, repair and analysis * Bogie chassis, damage repair and clean * Bogie and gearbox engineering / repair * Wheel exchange...

Job Title: Lead Mechanical Engineer Location: Bedfordshire Key Responsibilities The Mechanical Design Engineer role will require the following qualifications and skills as a minimum. Proven experience in the design and development of mechanical products, especially in Armoured Fighting Vehicle (AFV) domain seen as a huge advantage. Experience of working within the defence or industrial automation industry is essential. In-depth working knowledge of CREO CAD software and experience of using the tool to produce designs. Extensive knowledge of complex mechanism design and principles. Ability to perform basic structural and kinematic calculations. Proven track record of successful design and product development for use in harsh environments Understanding of current materials, treatments and finishing technology for use in defence products. Impeccable attention to design detail. Ability to plan, schedule, coordinate and problem solve effectively. I am keen to get this position...

Maintenance Assistant - London | Weekly pay, flexible shifts, and full-time hours. We're recruiting for a skilled Maintenance Assistant to join a busy hospitality venue in London on a full-time temporary basis. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work, takes pride in maintaining high standards, and is looking for consistent hours within a professional Hotel environment. Why apply for this role? You'll enjoy: £16.00 per hour, including holiday pay Weekly pay every Friday Full-time hours Flexible shift patterns of 09:00-17:30 or 11:00-20:30 The chance to work in central London close to iconic landmarks A supportive team environment with ongoing work available immediately Key Responsibilities: You'll support the smooth day-to-day running of the property by: Conducting routine inspections of equipment, machinery, and systems Carrying out minor repairs and troubleshooting faults Supporting planned and reactive upkeep tasks across the site Assisting with...

CONTRACT VEHICLE TECHNICIAN Position: Vehicle Technician Location: Enfield Rate: £26.00 Hours: Monday-Friday 15:00-23:30 CONTRACT VEHICLE TECHNICIAN – THE ROLE: We are currently looking for fully qualified Vehicle Technicians to work at our client’s workshop on an ongoing contractual basis. You will be responsible for carrying out service, maintenance and repair work on a wide range of motor vehicles. The contract is outside IR35 and the rate on offer is £26.00 per hour. CONTRACT VEHICLE TECHNICIAN – SKILLS REQUIRED: * Qualified to Level 3 NVQ/City & Guilds or similar in the relevant disciplines. * Experience carrying out repair and service work to a variety of vehicles. * Ability to diagnose and rectify a wide range of mechanical & electrical vehicle faults. * Knowledge of health and safety practices in the workshop. * UK Driving License and possess your own tools. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Ability to work as part of...

My Client is looking for an experience HGV Mechanic to join their team to keep the fleet running in Worcestershire. If you're interested in the below role then please apply for the position - please only apply for the job if you have the experience listed below! Rate - £28 per hour (Paid via Umbrella) Location - Worcestershire Hours - Shift work, alternatinig each week. Early shift one week and late shift the following. 6:30am - 6pm. The successful candidate will work as part of a team to deliver an extensive Programme of vehicle maintenance, repair, inspection and examination. They will work to ensure compliance with statutory legislation, the legal requirements of the Councils Operators Licence, DVSA requirements and internal Council policies and procedures. The ideal candidate will have: City & Guilds Level 3 qualification in Heavy Motor Vehicle Engineering, or equivalent Qualified to VOSA standards for HGV inspections and tests Qualified MOT Nominated Tester class...

Creative Designer Automotive A Creative Designer is required to join a Warwick based OEM, you will part of a design team who are working on some niche EV's for global market You will join the UK design facility who are undertaking some new vehicle projects and require a Designer on a contract basis (Outside ir35). You'll need to be strong graphically whilst also have having proven skills utilising Blender for development on both exterior and some interior design work As Creative Designer- you will be required to Participate in the design development of niche vehicle programme Utilise design skills for initially exterior and some interior design ideas Demonstrate good sketching ability, forward-looking creative design ideas, strong integration of vehicle and creative design ideas Build the basic volume model by using Blender to guide the work of digital model division Work alongside the digital modelling team in the development of your design project As Creative Designer - you...

Industrial Spray Painter Location: South Kirkby, West Yorkshire Contract: Ongoing Contract Pay Rate: £21.00 per hour, Umbrella (or £14.50ph PAYE) Overtime: £31.50 per hour for all hours worked over 40 per week and all weekend hours. Working hours: 6:00am - 2:30pm Apply with a cv or call Simon (phone number removed) We are looking for an experienced Industrial Spray Painter to join our team based in South Kirkby. This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-quality industrial equipment, applying specialist protective coatings to the highest industry standards in a modern environment. The Role As an Industrial Spray Painter, you will be responsible for preparing and applying protective coatings to fabricated steelwork and equipment, ensuring all work meets C3 to C5 corrosion protection specifications. You will work with a variety of industrial spray systems and coating products while maintaining exceptional quality and safety standards. Key Responsibilities Prepare...

HGV Mechanic Bromsgrove & Redditch | Interim Contract | Ongoing Opportunity with Permanent Potential £40,412 per annum (£20.72 per hour equivalent) We are currently recruiting for an experienced HGV Mechanic on behalf of our local authority client, supporting the maintenance of a fleet of nearly 200 vehicles that provide vital waste collection, street cleansing, grounds maintenance and housing repair services across Bromsgrove and Redditch. This is an ongoing interim contract with no fixed end date, offering long-term stability and an excellent opportunity for the successful candidate to secure a permanent position in the future. Based primarily from the Bromsgrove Depot, the role will also require flexibility to work across the Redditch Depot when needed. What's on Offer? £40,412 per annum (£20.72 per hour equivalent) Ongoing interim contract with no fixed end date Strong potential to become permanent Opportunity to work on a varied and specialist fleet Supportive and...

Position: (phone number removed)  - MAF Facility Engineer  Location: Whitley Position Type: Contract Inside IR35 Salary: £29.72 per hour umbrella inside IR35 About the company I am currently recruiting on behalf of a Luxury Automotive OEM based in Whitley who are seeking a MAF Facility Engineer  to join their team on a long term rolling basis The Opportunity In this role you will work within the Powertrain Facilities supporting the development of the next generation and current generation state of the art of the Clients' 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...

Position Title:               Field Systems Engineer                                   Duration:                      Contract                                                                      Location:                      Superior Township, MI. USA                Key Responsibilities: Fleet Uptime & On-Call Support Serve as the primary technical responder for fleet issues Provide on-call support to ensure testing operations remain active Build Support, Software & Calibration Deployment Manage and execute deployment of software packages across prototype and pre-production fleets Execute ECU flashing operations on fleet vehicles Advanced Diagnostics Utilize ETAS INCA for ECU reprogramming and troubleshooting Operate proprietary Hyundai diagnostic tools to investigate system faults Data Acquisition & Analysis Lead CAN/LIN/Automotive Ethernet traffic recording and analysis Use Vector tools (CANalyzer/CANoe) or ETAS tools for diagnostics Root-cause...

Position: Chassis Dyno Engineer    Location: Warwick Position Type: Rolling contract Inside IR35 Salary: £28.43 per hour umbrella inside IR35 About the company I am currently recruiting on behalf of a Luxury Automotive OEM based in Gaydon who are seeking a Chassis Dyno Engineer to join their team on a rolling contract basis working 40 hours per week Based inside IR35 Job Description This role provides a hands‑on opportunity to support the operation of the Environmental Chassis Emissions Dynamometer at the APRL facility, based at Warwick University. Reporting to the Test Preparation Engineer, you will be responsible for the end‑to‑end execution of chassis dyno testing activities Experience in chassis dynamometer or engine test facility operation, including vehicle installation, test execution, and post‑test activities Practical experience with vehicle preparation and instrumentation, including sensor setup, thermocouples, emissions measurement systems, and data acquisition...

Property Maintenance – Trafford Park We're currently recruiting for an experienced Property Maintenance – Trafford Park to join our team on a temporary contract in Trafford Park. Location: Trafford Park Pay Rate: £16.16 per hour Contract Dates: 28th July – 28th August 2026 Working Days: Tuesday to Friday Working Hours: 10:00am – 6:00pm The RoleWe are looking for a reliable and skilled property maintenance to carry out a variety of maintenance tasks, including: Small plumbing repairs Painting and decorating Basic joinery General building maintenance Other multi-skilled repair works as required Requirements Previous experience in a multi-trade or maintenance role Competent in plumbing, painting, joinery, and general maintenance Ability to work independently and to a high standard Reliable, punctual, and safety conscious If you're available for the contract period and have the skills we're looking for, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch for more...