Job Title: Electrical Build Support
Location: Solihull, B90
Company: Autoscan UK Ltd
Pay Rate: £28-£30 per hour Ltd
Duration: 3 Months FTC
About Us
Autoscan UK Ltd is a leading provider of quality assurance and inspection services to the automotive industry. With years of experience and a commitment to excellence, we partner with top automotive manufacturers to ensure the highest standards of quality and safety.
The Role
We're looking for a skilled and hands-on Electrical Build Support Engineer to assist in the installation, routing, and troubleshooting of electrical harnesses and systems during prototype and production builds. You’ll work closely with design, test, and manufacturing teams to ensure each build meets exacting engineering and safety standards while providing valuable feedback to drive continuous improvement. This role is perfect for someone with a keen eye for detail, a methodical approach and a passion for engineering excellence.
This is an opportunity to support the build and development of premium vehicles for a global iconic automotive brand known for its heritage, craftsmanship, and engineering quality. As an Electrical Build Support Engineer, you’ll play a key role in helping ensure electrical systems are correctly installed and integrated during both prototype and production builds.
Working closely with engineering, test, and manufacturing teams, you’ll contribute to resolving build issues, supporting validation activities, and providing valuable feedback that helps improve future designs and build processes. It’s a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys practical problem solving, takes pride in high-quality work, and values collaboration in delivering complex engineering projects.
All applications will be treated in the strictest of confidence.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic DBS criminal record check.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities
* Assist with electrical harness installation, routing, and troubleshooting during prototype and production builds
* Ensure compliance with design specifications, build instructions, and safety standards
* Collaborate with design, test, and manufacturing teams to resolve build issues quickly and effectively
* Document build changes, issues, and lessons learned, providing structured feedback to design engineers for future improvements
* Support validation activities, ensuring readiness for Design Verification Plan (DVP) milestones and production release
* Maintain accurate records of build status, component changes, and test outcomes
* Contribute to the continuous improvement of build processes, harness layout and component accessibility
Skills and Experience
Essential:
* Background in electrical, automotive, or mechanical engineering, or equivalent hands-on experience
* Practical experience with vehicle electrical systems, wiring harnesses, or prototype builds
* Strong understanding of electrical schematics, connectors, and diagnostic tools
* Methodical approach to troubleshooting and resolving electrical issues
* Excellent attention to detail and commitment to high build quality and safety
* Strong communication and teamwork skills, able to collaborate effectively across engineering and production teams
* A passion for motorcycles and the craft of engineering world-class machines
Desirable:
* Experience in automotive or motorcycle electrical systems build and integration
* Familiarity with CAN/LIN systems, diagnostic tools, or vehicle electrical validation
* Knowledge of DVP processes, prototype build documentation and engineering change control
* Experience working within a premium or performance vehicle environment
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Autoscan UK Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
💭 For More Information:
Visit our careers site or contact our Recruitment team at a.munro@autoscan.co.uk
Join Autoscan UK Ltd and be a part of a team dedicated to driving excellence in the automotive industry!
We are a Forces friendly employer, and welcome applications from the Armed Forces community.
Benefits
* £28-£30 Hourly Pay Rate (Ltd)
* State-of -the-art Facilities
* Global iconic Automotive Brand
* Exciting Projects
* Free on-site car parking
* Collaborative team based environment