Diagnostic Engineer

DIAGNOSTIC ENGINEER

Location:

CREWE

Type:
Permanent Full Time

Salary:
Competitive salary negotiable depending on experience

Are you passionate about automotive diagnostics and solving complex vehicle faults? We're recruiting on behalf of a prestigious automotive manufacturer for an experienced Diagnostic Engineer to join their engineering team. This is an exciting opportunity to work with cutting‑edge vehicle technology, supporting the diagnosis, investigation and resolution of technical issues throughout the vehicle development and production lifecycle.

If you enjoy fault‑finding, data analysis and working with the latest automotive systems, we'd love to hear from you.

• Diagnose complex electrical, electronic and mechanical vehicle faults.
• Investigate vehicle issues using diagnostic tools and software.
• Analyse CAN/LIN communication networks and vehicle data.
• Support root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Validate repairs and engineering changes through testing.
• Work closely with Design, Manufacturing, Quality and Test teams.
• Produce detailed technical reports and documentation.
• Support continuous improvement activities to enhance vehicle quality and reliability.
• Liaise with suppliers to resolve component‑related issues.
• Ensure all work complies with automotive quality standards and procedures.

• HNC/HND or Degree in Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering or similar.
• Previous experience within an automotive manufacturing or vehicle engineering environment.
• Proven experience diagnosing complex vehicle faults.
• Experience using manufacturer diagnostic equipment and software.
• Good understanding of vehicle electrical systems, CAN Bus and vehicle communication protocols.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to interpret wiring diagrams, technical drawings and engineering documentation.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work within cross‑functional teams.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

• Experience with EV or Hybrid vehicle systems.
• Knowledge of calibration, validation or vehicle testing.
• Familiarity with Vector CANoe/CANalyzer, ETAS, INCA or similar diagnostic tools.
• Experience with OBD diagnostics and ECU software updates.
• Understanding of automotive standards including IATF 16949.

Competitive salary negotiable depending on experience

33 days holidays

Pension

Death in Service x 3 annual salary

Monday to Thursday 8.15 – 16.30

Friday 8.15 – 14.30