Configuration Engineer

We are looking for a Software & Configuration Engineer to support the delivery of vehicle projects across development, production, and aftersales. This role plays a critical part in ensuring ECU software, hardware, and configuration are correctly specified, released, and maintained to enable vehicle build and ongoing updates.

Start Date:

ASAP;
End Date: 31/01/2027;
Pay rate: PAYE: £33.15; LTD: £38.49;

Location:

Crewe – Pyms Lane CW1 3PL
(Hybrid);
Working Pattern:
Full Time.

• Support delivery of vehicle projects, focusing on ECU hardware, software, and configuration
• Manage and release software and configuration files for production and aftersales environments
• Ensure correct software release levels across engineering tool chains and configuration systems
• Support the creation and release of full software baselines for R&D (pre-series), production, and aftersales
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers to ensure timely project delivery
• Track and report project status, risks, and issues
• Analyse and resolve engineering and configuration‑related problems using structured methodologies
• Contribute to continuous improvement and optimisation of processes

• Experience in software configuration, release management, or systems engineering
• Understanding of ECU systems, automotive software, or embedded systems
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work effectively in cross‑functional teams
• Good communication skills across technical and non‑technical stakeholders
• Awareness of cost, quality, and project delivery targets

• Experience with automotive software tool chains and configuration systems
• Knowledge of software baselining and release processes
• Experience working with suppliers in a technical environment

Adecco is a disability‑confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities. If you require reasonable adjustments, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.