Vehicle Technician (Customer-Oriented Engineering) (909)
Hourly Rate: £18.01
Location: Cranfield
We are currently recruiting for a Vehicle Technician on behalf of a globally recognised automotive client based in Cranfield.
This is a long-term contract role, with the potential to last several years.
Key Responsibilities:
• Perform static and dynamic evaluations of various vehicles to ensure they meet European customer requirements.
• Collaborate with Test/Design Engineers to conduct tests in line with client standards and local operating procedures.
• Assemble/disassemble parts, components, or vehicles for testing activities.
• Maintain the test vehicle fleet, including safety checks, retrofitting, fault-finding, and repairs.
• Set up instrumentation, including data loggers and video cameras.
• Assist with report writing and learning bespoke client systems.
• Prepare, build, and maintain vehicles or components for testing following local procedures and engineering manuals.
• Support both static and dynamic testing, gathering accurate, timely, and quality data.
• Help identify concerns and communicate with Test Engineers.
• Deliver on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for the section.
• Use your skills to support other sections as needed.
Qualifications & Experience:
• Ideally, C&G / BTEC Level 3 in mechanical or automotive engineering, with a recognised apprenticeship.
• Strong understanding of vehicle architecture and systems, with fault-finding capabilities.
• Experience in vehicle or component test environments is preferred but not essential.
• Basic knowledge of component measurement techniques (preferred).
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Full UK Manual/Auto Driving Licence.
• Passion for automotive performance and technologies.
• Ability to provide clear, constructive feedback on automotive products.
• Strong practical skills in both mechanical and electrical areas.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently, managing and prioritising workload.
• Willingness to travel internationally to support testing.
Hours & Pay:
• Monday to Friday, 39 hours per week.
• Hourly rate: £18.01.
If youre passionate about automotive technologies and are looking for an exciting, long-term opportunity, apply now.
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Morson Talent
Posted 9 days ago, valid for 11 days
Wharley End, Central Bedfordshire MK43, England
£18.01 per hour
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The Vehicle Technician position is based in Cranfield and offers an hourly rate of £18.01.
- This long-term contract role involves performing evaluations of vehicles to meet European customer requirements and collaborating with Test/Design Engineers.
- Candidates should ideally have a C&G/BTEC Level 3 in mechanical or automotive engineering and strong vehicle architecture knowledge, with experience in test environments preferred but not essential.
- The role requires practical skills in both mechanical and electrical areas, along with proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Applicants should have a full UK driving licence and a passion for automotive performance, with the ability to work independently and manage their workload.
