36 automotive jobs found

Automotive Programme Manager – Drive Automotive Programme Success From Concept to Delivery Location: Near Daventry Contract Basis: 6-month FTC, Inside IR35 Join a highly innovative automotive environment focused on delivering exceptional vehicle restoration programmes to exacting standards. This opportunity for an Automotive Programme Manager offers the chance to work within a fast-paced Programme Management Office, supporting the successful delivery of complex automotive restoration programmes. The Automotive Programme Manager will collaborate with engineering, operations, sourcing, and executive stakeholders to ensure programme objectives are achieved efficiently and effectively. Utilising your experience in low volume program management, you’ll support senior PMO leadership whilst leading key programme activities, maintaining core programme documentation, coordinating engineering release activities and driving cross-functional delivery performance. Key Responsibilities of...

Expleo is actively recruiting Skilled Inspectors at all levels to join their team in a state-of-the-art factory facility dedicated to high-performance road vehicles. These contract opportunities, based in Surrey and inside IR35, offer the chance to work with a highly experienced team during the final stages of the production process, ensuring that all reworks are completed to the highest quality standards. Responsibilities: Vehicle Inspection: Perform thorough inspections of vehicles to ensure that quality levels meet and exceed customer expectations. Defect Assessment: Accurately determine the severity of defects according to established scoring guidelines. Final Inspection: Complete comprehensive final inspections of vehicles before they leave the production line. Data Management: Input and maintain accurate data in the Quality database to track and report on inspection results.Knowledge, Skills & Experience: Automotive Industry Experience: Previous experience within the...

Composite Laminator Location: Witham, Essex Pay Rate: Negotiable (Paid via PAYE Inside IR35) Monday to Friday, 08:00-4:30 (Plus 20% uplift on night shift) Contract: 6 - 12 months, potential for extension/permanent About Us We deliver all aspects of design, engineering, testing and manufacture from a single facility. This vertical integration represents considerable supply chain benefits to our customers and a broad working environment for our teams. We are partners on ultra-premium, low-volume programmes delivering vehicle programmes for the ultra-exclusive, ultra-high-value automotive sector for automotive brands. Role Summary: We have an exciting opportunity for Carbon Laminators to join our team delivering design, engineering, and manufacturing solutions for some of the world's most exclusive and ultra-premium car programmes. If you have a passion and desire for delivering high-end products and components - intricate machining, carbon fibre mould tooling, complex jigs, and...

Composite Trimmer Location: Witham, Essex Pay Rate: Negotiable (Paid via PAYE Inside IR35) Monday to Friday, 08:00-4:30 (Plus 20% uplift on night shift) Contract: 6 months, potential for extension/permanent About Us We deliver all aspects of design, engineering, testing and manufacture from a single facility. This vertical integration represents considerable supply chain benefits to our customers and a broad working environment for our teams. We are partners on ultra-premium, low-volume programmes delivering vehicle programmes for the ultra-exclusive, ultra-high-value automotive sector for automotive brands. Role Summary: We have an exciting opportunity for Carbon Trimmers to join our team delivering design, engineering, and manufacturing solutions for some of the world's most exclusive and ultra-premium car programmes. If you have a passion and desire for delivering high-end products and components - intricate machining, carbon fibre mould tooling, complex jigs, and...

CAD Data Quality Analyst - (phone number removed) - £30.28/hr umbrella rate Do you have a strong technical understanding of automotive architectures and systems? Do you have proficiency in PLM and CAD tools such as Dassault Systèmes 3DEXPERIENCE, CATIA V5, and Siemens Teamcenter? Are you ready to take your career to the next level? This exciting opportunity as a CAD Data Quality Analyst offers the chance to work on cutting-edge projects within the automotive industry. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about ensuring quality in engineering data, this role is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking company that values precision, innovation, and excellence, and be part of a team that plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of vehicle development. What You Will Do: - Inspect geometric data to identify potential issues early in the development phase. - Ensure issues are clearly understood by engineers and documented in an accessible format. -...

Our OEM Client based in Gaydon, is searching for a Data Quality Analyst to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a contract position with a proposed end date of 31st March 2027. Umbrella Pay Rate: £29.96 per hour. The Opportunity: Virtual Build and Test Operations is a growing team within the wider Vehicle Architecture Vehicle Engineering (VAVE) department.  We are uniquely positioned to support the transition of our products from the virtual world to the physical world. As well as owning and operating a world class Virtual Series Framework, we are also on a journey to drive optimisation and transformation into the overall Verification and Validation strategy.  Our approach is to focus on our ability to Virtually Build and Test our products with greater speed, confidence and coverage than ever before, and to unlock all of the time, cost, quality and sustainability benefits associated with increased virtual capabilities. What to expect: Geometric Data is key to the success of...

Backend Software Engineer (Java & Identity Access Management) 7 Months 4 Days per week on site (Basildon) £593.48 per day (Inside IR35) My client in the automotive industry are looking for an experienced Senior Backend Software Engineer to join our Identity Management Services team, focusing on the core platform work that powers our identity infrastructure. In this role, you will design and build high-scale backend services while serving as a technical lead to upskill the team in modern, industry-leading application development. You will be responsible for ensuring the plaatform is secure and resilient, leveraging your deep engineering expertise to elevate the team's technical standards and foster a culture of excellence in backend engineering. OAuth would be very beneficial Skills Required: - Proficiency in Java - Java Framework - Web development - DevOps practices (CI/CD, version control) - Security and identity management - Monitoring and logging - Relational...

Location: Peterborough Shift Pattern: Monday – Thursday 8am - 4:30 pm, Fridays 8am -1pm  Rate: £32.50/ hour (Umbrella inside IR35) or PAYE £23.50/ hour Duration: 12 months (Likely to extend) We are looking for a hands-on technician who installs, sets up, and tests prototype engines and electric motors used in heavy machinery to make sure they work safely and correctly before going into mass production.   Responsibilities: Taking new or experimental engines (both l diesel and electric) and installing them into heavy machines. Setting up with sensors (thermocouples, pressure gauges, speed trackers) to collect data while the machine is running, and then diagnose any faults. Modifying any parts that don’t fit using engineering drawings to weld, machine, or build custom wiring looms.The company is ramping up development on next-generation engines and electric vehicles. Development technicians will be rotating between the different workshops to help build and validate entirely new...

Powertrain Test Technician Location: Peterborough Contract: 12 months (likely to extend) Rate: £32.51 p/h PAYE (approx. £260.08 per day) Inside IR35 Working Pattern: Mon-Thu 08:00-16:30, Fri 08:00-13:00 37Hours a week The Opportunity Join a busy engine and machine development environment supporting powertrain installation, shakedown and test activities across a wide variety of off‑highway machines. You'll work within a high‑volume project pipeline including full machine builds, repower programmes, prototype installs and new product development. Technicians rotate between workshops, giving exposure to internal combustion, electric and EV systems. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced, hands‑on engineering setting and enjoys varied technical challenges. Key Responsibilities Follow engineering instructions to install prototype, pilot and production powertrains into machines Carry out mechanical and electrical assembly using hand/power tools and lifting...

Role: Mechanical Design Engineer (Contract) Employment: Contract  Duration: 12 Months Location: Wolverhampton Rates: £55 - £60hr (Inisde IR35) THE ROLE - Mechanical Design Engineer Due to impressive project and program wins, we are seeking to recruit Mechanical Design Engineers to support our client's aerospace engineering operations. You'll need to have strong experience in both conceptual design and detailed drawing of components and assemblies, with experience in aerospace deemed highly valuable. This is an Inside IR35 position that will require on site working due to the nature of the work. DUTIES - Mechanical Design Engineer Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies Create accurate technical drawings and 3D CAD models. Apply GD&T and perform tolerance analysis Participate in DFMEA and risk identification activities. Present design concepts, progress updates and final designs to customers. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure viable...

The RLE INTERNATIONAL Group is one of the world's leading providers in the fields of vehicle development, technology and consulting. On the basis of more than 40 years of development & consulting, we provide innovative and effective solutions for our UK customers in the area of Automotive Engineering. RLE INTERNATIONAL is represented at locations close to its customers in Europe, Asia and USA. Position Description: Rate: £27.38ph (Via Umbrella PAYE) increasing to £35.89 after 13 weeks under AWR’s – Agency Worker Regulations. Direct Commodity Buyer Powertrain components A great opportunity to work in commodity purchase with a supply base facing unprecedented levels of change with the move from internal combustion engines to EV/AV. Sourcing. Develop sourcing strategies looking at the transition from ICE to BEV to leverage best value outcomes for the business in value, quality, efficiency and capability with a financially stable & optimal supply base. Perform...

Fabricator – Supporting Prototype Vehicle Development Location: Woking Contract Basis: 6-month contract Inside IR35 Why Join? Support a specialist, fast-growing, high-performance automotive environment as a Fabricator, playing a key role in the build and development of high-quality prototype vehicles, bucks, rigs and associated components for emerging vehicle technologies. You will be involved in a variety of activities across prototype vehicle development, including cutting, shaping, welding, fitting and assembling metal components, as well as supporting build teams with modifications, rework and problem-solving during the development process. Key Responsibilities of the Fabricator: Carry out sheet metal fabrication work for the Vehicle Development Workshop. Support vehicle builds, rig builds and vehicle testing preparation. Manufacture prototype and development vehicle components. Interpret engineering specifications and drawings. Manage multiple work requests and...

Our OEM Client based in Gaydon, is searching for a Mechatronics Engineer to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a maternity cover contract position with a proposed end date of 31st March 2027. Umbrella Pay Rate: £35.80 per hour. Duties: Designs, analyses, modifies, and integrates robotics, automation, technologies and processes related to equipment and tooling for applicability to programs and products. Develops, implements, and tests preventative maintenance plans, interim solutions for damaged and unsafe equipment, and tooling. Investigates and documents engineering changes and controls equipment and tooling configuration in accordance with standard operating procedures. Develops and recommends equipment reliability improvements through the application of reliability engineering tooling. 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...

Job Title: Engineering Release Specialist Location: Gaydon, Warwickshire Rate: £29.86ph via an Umbrella Company (Inside IR35) or £22.30ph on a PAYE basis Employment Type: Contract (Currently financed until March 2027) Hours: Standard 40 Hours Per Week Reference: J(phone number removed) Job Description: The Release Operations team are responsible for the construction, release and maintenance of the Bills of Material for all carlines for all plants in the business. The team support each Engineering area (Tech centres). Engineering Release Specialists are responsible for specific areas of the vehicle. They have an in-depth knowledge and understanding of which parts/commodities are fitted to which specifications of vehicles and for which markets, and will very often provide coaching and support to the Engineering areas on how best to construct a BoM to support downstream consumption. They have a direct impact on vehicle build quality and success at the Manufacturing plants. Key...

Engineering Release Specialist - (phone number removed) - £29.97/hr (Umbrella Rate - INSIDE IR35) Are you ready to take your career to the next level with an exciting opportunity? This Engineering Release Specialist role offers you the chance to be at the forefront of automotive innovation, where your expertise will directly impact vehicle build quality and manufacturing success. Immerse yourself in a dynamic and collaborative environment, working on cutting-edge projects that drive excellence across the industry. If you're passionate about delivering results and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this is the perfect role for you. What You Will Do: - Ensure timely and accurate release of Bills of Material (BoM) from Product Engineering to internal and external stakeholders by interpreting and analysing technical documents. - Develop in-depth knowledge of part usage and coding logic to support scheduling and vehicle build processes. - Act as the focal point for customers and...

Location: Peterborough Rate: £25.50 Umbrella (Inside IR35) or £18.50 PAYE Duration: 6 months We are looking for a Sales Coordinator to support sales and order-to-delivery processes at a global automotive company in Peterborough. This role is a key link between customers and dealers globally, helping to manage communication and ensure smooth handling of subscriptions, leases, and orders. Sales Coordinators will operate in a complex global environment where accuracy and coordination are essential. Responsibilities: * First point of contact for customer and dealer queries. * Coordinate subscriptions, lease replacements, and order updates. * Support end-to-end order-to-delivery flow. * Maintain accurate records and ensure data/process compliance. * Enable customer engagement in new electric machine solutions globally. Requirements: * Ability to investigate order/customer issues and drive resolution. * Accurate data entry, tracking, and record maintenance....

Quality Engineer 6 Month Contract (Inside IR35) Tewkesbury Aerospace / Production / Manufacturing £40-£50 hr (DOE) The Role - Quality Engineer We are currently seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to join our client’s team at their state-of-the-art facility based in Tewkesbury on a contract basis. Our client design and manufacture complex mechanical products for global application in the aerospace and defence sectors. Key deliverables of this position will centre around Production or Manufacturing Quality specifically. Duties - Quality Engineer Defect investigations / root cause analysis / 8D Investigations  Corrective action / improvement introduction Responsibility for day to day Quality Assurance activities Quality systems maintenance and improvement, where required. Support the planning and delivery of quality activities. Investigate non-conformances and support root cause analysis and corrective actions Contribute to continuous improvement activities...

Our client has an opportunity for a Quality Lineside Engineer to join them on a contract basis for 12 months with possible extension. The successful candidate will be supporting the evaluation, coordination and monitoring of achieved levels of conformity in the product, process and services provided by the Business. Role: Quality Lineside Engineer Location: Broughton, Flintshire. Fully onsite Hourly Rate: £32.96 + shift allowance - Via an Umbrella company, inside IR35 Clearance: BPSS required prior to starting Hours: Initially on a standard day shift (no uplift), once fully trained, shifts will be as below Double day shift pattern (alternating weeks) Week of mornings - 6:00am - 1:10pm Week of afternoons - 1:30pm - 8:40pm 20% shift uplift What you'll be doing: To provide specialist Quality support and advice on drawings, parts, processes, and support services, and to independently assure that Quality requirements have been met. Assures that the Quality system is being...

Mechanical Design Engineer (Contract) We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to support ongoing engineering projects onsite at a client manufacturing facility in the North West. This is a hands-on contract role requiring strong CREO expertise and prior experience within the automotive or commercial vehicle sector. The role is primarily onsite and offers flexibility to support different teams and projects across the engineering function as business needs evolve. Responsibilities Deliver mechanical design solutions using CREO (PTC Creo) Support the development of components and systems within automotive and commercial vehicle programmes Work across multiple engineering areas depending on project requirements Collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, validation, and quality Ensure designs meet industry standards, performance requirements, and manufacturability guidelines Participate in design reviews and continuous improvement activities...

Manufacturing Engineer (Contract) - Peterborough Location: Peterborough, UK (On-site) Contract Length: 9 Months Rate: £38.17 per hour (£282.46 per day) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Start Date: ASAP An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to join a world-class engineering and manufacturing environment in Peterborough. Working within a high-performing manufacturing engineering team, you will play a key role in supporting production growth, New Product Introduction (NPI) activities, process improvements, and capital investment projects across advanced engine manufacturing operations. This is a hands-on role offering exposure to cutting-edge manufacturing technologies, continuous improvement initiatives, and high-profile engineering projects within a globally recognised organisation. Key Responsibilities Support manufacturing engineering activities across assembly and final assembly operations. Deliver process improvement, industrialisation, and...