Vehicle technician

Job Description

We are looking for a Workshop Technician to join the Testing team located at our Nuneaton office. This role provides the opportunity to work on various automotive testing project activities in workshop and road/test track environments.

• Support the engineering team with the complete automotive testing project execution including:
  • Testing activities such as brake dynamometer setup (setup inertia, brake parts assembly, brake bleeding, brake wear measurements, etc.), building fixtures, low voltage sensor wiring, supporting road or test track-based vehicle testing, and general automotive workshop support
  • Test preparation, operation, and data acquisition set‑up
  • Test execution according to defined procedures and specifications
  • Fabrication of fixtures to support brake testing
  • Ensure the correct organisation of testing samples in the workshop
• Support the execution of other related tasks such as test equipment and facilities upgrades, improvements, maintenance and calibration.
• Flexibly support diverse automotive vehicle‑based testing activities as required by the business, including Durability, Quality, Infotainment, Connectivity, Brakes, EV charging, Electrical Sign‑off, ADAS and Automated Driving.
• Ensure alignment with corporate policies regarding project management, quality, OHS, facilities/equipment maintenance and calibration.

• Relevant experience similar to an automotive mechanic/technician role.
• Basic user level in office applications and IT systems.
• Experience in the automotive industry is desired.
• Metalwork and MIG welding experience will be valued.
• Professional working proficiency in English.
• Strong quality, health and safety, and customer orientation mindset.
• Must have a full UK driving license.
• Availability to travel if required.

• Competitive salary package.
• Pension scheme.
• Healthcare plan (AXA).
• 25 days paid annual leave, holiday purchase scheme and holiday milestone scheme.
• Cycle scheme.
• Employee discounts.
• Training and career path opportunities.
• Language courses subsidy.
• Referral programme.
• Blood donation paid leave.
• International mobility opportunities.

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