Position: Junior Launch Body Engineer
đź“Ť Location: Onsite in Surrey
đź“„ Contract: 3-6 months initially (40 hours per week, outside IR35 if applicable)
Contechs are supporting a leading British luxury, low‑volume automotive manufacturer who are looking to bring a Junior Launch Body Engineer into their team on a rolling contract. This is an exciting opportunity to work on high‑end, bespoke vehicle programmes within a fast‑paced OEM environment.
Please note: This is not a trainee role. A minimum of 1 year's experience as a Launch or Series Engineer within an OEM is essential.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver and lead body structures systems to meet design specifications and styling intent
Support both prototype and production build phases
Ensure all components and assemblies meet relevant industry, business, and legislative standards
Contribute to problem‑solving activities during virtual and physical builds
Review engineering prototypes and identify potential issues or risks
Assist with estimating cost limits and budgets for new designs
Represent the department in design reviews, testing, and development activities where required
Manage your own design work to ensure timely releases while incorporating design-for-manufacture requirements from suppliers
Why Join Contechs?
Contechs is a leading Automotive, Design, Engineering, Technology, and Innovation Recruitment Consultancy, established in 1997. With a dedicated in‑house Contractor Care Team, we provide full support to all external employees and act as an employment agency for both permanent and contract recruitment