Sumitomo Electric

Test Kitting Engineer 2-month initial contract (until end of Mar.) Onsite working - Whitley, CV £27.21ph (Inside IR35), 40 hrs pw Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK and travel within the EU. About the company I am currently recruiting on behalf of a Luxury Automotive OEM, based in Whitley, who are seeking a Test Kitting Engineer to join their team Job Description As Test Kitting Engineer, your main responsibilities include: Responsible for owning and managing the Bill of Materials (BoM) for Units Under Test (UUT) Ensuring that all kits are complete, accurate, and delivered on time Coordinating the procurement and logistics of components, to meet critical deadlines Work closely with cross functional teams, to understand specific test requirements >Identifying and implementing improvements, that enhance efficiency and reliability Regular performance updates, including weekly reports on kit readiness and delivery status Qualifications/Skills needed Experience in managing end to end test kitting processes, within engineering or automotive testing environments. Strong understanding of powertrain systems, including Batteries, Electronic Drive Units (EDU), and Internal Combustion Engines (ICE). Familiarity with Bill of Materials (BoM) creation, maintenance, and delivery in support of test operations. Experience working with inventory management systems and procurement tools to source and track components. Proficiency in using Microsoft Excel and other data handling tools to manage kit lists and reporting. Ability to work independently and proactively, taking full ownership and responsibility for delivering test kits on time and to specification. Why work through Contechs? Contechs is a leading Automotive, Design, Engineering, Technology and Innovation Recruitment Consultancy. Founded in 1997, with an inhouse Contractor Care Team to support all external employees, acts as an employment agency for permanent and contract recruitment. How to Apply If you're interested in applying for this position, submit your application and one of our recruiters will be in touch. If you know anyone that is suitable for the role, please visit the below page where we offer up to £600 referral fee:

A luxury automotive OEM based in Whitley is seeking a Test Kitting Engineer for a 2-month contract. The role involves managing the Bill of Materials, ensuring accurate and timely delivery of test kits, and coordinating procurement logistics. Candidates must have experience in automotive testing and a strong grasp of powertrain systems. This position requires proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the ability to work independently. Competitive pay at £27.21 per hour, with an onsite work requirement.

Supplier Specialist Based in Coventry and Gaydon - Hybrid options available Permanent Position 40 Hours per week - Full Time - Monday to Friday Overview We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Supplier Specialist to join our team and drive excellence in our supply chain and supplier management processes. In this role, you will be instrumental in ensuring the quality, compliance, and efficiency of our supplier relationships. Your expertise will help us maintain high standards aligned with industry regulations and standards, fostering strong partnerships with suppliers to deliver exceptional products and services. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced environment where continuous improvement and innovation are valued. Supplier Integration Specialist Contechs are looking to recruit a Full Time Supplier Integration Officer. This role is primarily to manage a global supply chain through the collaboration strategy for the client's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) engineering suppliers. On a day-to-day basis, you will ensure that the implementation & on-going operation of supplier connectivity, competency and capability into engineering applications & systems is successful, whilst also managing and ensuring that issues are resolved and closed out in a timely manner. The role in detail Work with Suppliers to ensure that they self-manage their remote access into PLM engineering applications in a timely manner and provide support where applicable Manage Supplier support cases via Salesforce (CRM) software including managing cases, escalating cases into relevant teams within the client's organisation, creating/editing Salesforce accounts and adding support contracts/supported products. Create and deliver webinar sessions to Suppliers which will provide proactive support based on frequently asked questions and support cases as well as driving urgency to complete the requirements of the client. Produce dashboards and reports for management to help review issues currently outstanding. Implement on-boarding and support process improvements to align to customer requirements. The successful applicant will be able to work within a technical environment, as part of a wider process to ensure that Suppliers are compliant with connectivity, capability and competency that the team is delivering. The successful applicant will focus heavily on the management of Suppliers in ensuring that they have the ability to work collaboratively & efficiently with the client, including the resolution of issues that arise as part of this process. The Ideal Person Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential, both face to face and telephone Strong stakeholder management & objection handling Driven and highly self-motivated with a dynamic customer focused attitude Organised with the ability to prioritise and take pride in their work Problem solver and able to troubleshoot basic technical issues Strong analytical skills with the ability to deconstruct information into smaller categories in order to draw conclusionsExperience of working with Salesforce and Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel, PowerPoint and Word. Salesforce skills would be an advantage but sufficient training will be provided Join us as a Supplier IntegrationSpecialist if you are passionate about maintaining high-quality standards while fostering strong supplier relationships. Your expertise will directly impact our ability to deliver innovative products that meet rigorous industry standards. We value proactive problem-solvers who thrive in fast-paced environments dedicated to continuous improvement.

Position Title: Audio Systems Engineer Duration: Contract Location: Surrey / Warwickshire / Oxfordshire Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility, to work full time, and travel within, the UK I am currently recruiting for a Audio Systems Engineer. Job Summary: The Audio Systems Engineer is responsible for the development, integration, validation, and launch of premium automotive audio systems across vehicle platforms. This role works cross-functionally with hardware, software, acoustics, HMI, suppliers, and vehicle integration teams to deliver best-in-class in-car audio performance aligned with brand sound, cost, and quality targets. Key Responsibilities: System Development & Integration: Define audio system architecture including head units, amplifiers, speakers, microphones, and networking Lead end-to-end integration of audio systems into vehicle platforms from concept through SOP. Collaborate with EE, infotainment, body electronics, and vehicle packaging teams to ensure system compatibility and robustness. Acoustic Performance & Tuning: Support vehicle-level acoustic design and tuning in collaboration with acoustic engineers and audio brand partners. Define performance targets (SPL, frequency response, distortion, noise, spatial performance). Support listening evaluations, benchmarking, and subjective/objective assessments. Supplier & Partner Management: Manage Tier-1 audio suppliers and technology partners. Define technical requirements, review designs, and support DFMEA, PFMEA, and design reviews. Ensure supplier deliverables meet cost, quality, and timing requirements. Validation & Quality: Define and execute DV/PV test plans for audio systems and components. Support EMC, environmental, reliability, and vehicle-level validation testing. Lead root cause analysis and issue resolution for audio-related concerns. Software & Feature Support: Collaborate with software teams on DSP algorithms, OTA updates, diagnostics, and feature implementation. Support integration of features such as active noise cancellation (ANC), engine sound enhancement (ESE), immersive audio, voice/audio interaction, and hands free systems. Program Management & Launch: Support vehicle program milestones, change management, and release activities. Ensure readiness for manufacturing, service, and aftersales documentation. Support plant builds, pilot vehicles, and launch issue resolution. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Acoustics, Automotive Engineering, or related field. 3 10+ years of experience in automotive audio systems, infotainment, or EE systems (level dependent). Strong understanding of automotive audio architectures and signal flow. Experience working with Tier 1 suppliers and OEM development processes. Knowledge of automotive development standards (ASPICE, ISO 26262 awareness, DFMEA, DV/PV). Technical Skills: Automotive audio systems (amplifiers, speakers, microphones, head units). DSP concepts: EQ, crossovers, dynamics, spatial audio (preferred). Vehicle networks: CAN, LIN, Ethernet, A2B, MOST (preferred). Acoustic measurement and analysis tools (e.g., Audio Precision, Klippel, LMS, Artemis - preferred). Basic understanding of EMC, power management, and vehicle electrical systems. Soft Skills: Strong cross-functional communication and collaboration skills. Structured problem-solving and analytical thinking. Ability to balance performance, cost, timing, and quality trade-offs. Passion for audio quality and vehicle user experience. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with premium or branded automotive audio systems. Hands on vehicle tuning or listening evaluation experience. Exposure to EV specific audio challenges and sound design. Global OEM experience and multicultural team collaboration. Why work through Contechs? Contechs is a leading Automotive, Design, Engineering, Technology and Innovation Recruitment Consultancy. Founded in 1997, with an inhouse Contractor Care Team to support all external employees, acts as an employment agency for permanent and contract recruitment. How to Apply If you're interested in applying for this position, submit your application and one of our recruiters will be in touch. If you know anyone that is suitable for the role, please visit the below page where we offer up to £600 referral fee:

A leading supplier company based in the United Kingdom is seeking a dynamic Supplier Specialist to enhance supply chain processes. This hybrid position involves managing supplier relationships, ensuring compliance and efficiency through effective communication and stakeholder management. The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, be experienced in Salesforce, and excel in a fast-paced environment dedicated to innovation and improvement.

A prominent automotive company is seeking an Audio Systems Engineer to develop and integrate premium automotive audio systems. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams and managing tier-1 suppliers to ensure high-quality audio performance. The ideal candidate has a degree in Electrical Engineering and extensive experience in automotive audio systems. This contract position is based in the United Kingdom, specifically in Surrey, Warwickshire, or Oxfordshire.