Auto Electrician

e-ppl Group; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Weekday shifts

Job summary

E-ppl Ltd in Coventry is seeking skilled Auto Electricians for OEM manufacturing projects. You will perform complex reworks, loom building, and diagnostics on modern vehicles, including P/HEV and M/HEV systems, to tight OEM specifications.

This ongoing contract offers a base pay of £20.00/hr with overtime opportunities and weekly payments, plus on-site parking. Applicants should have recognised auto electrical qualifications and relevant OEM experience.

Qualifications

• Recognised auto electrical qualifications or equivalent across OEM automotive contexts.
• Experience with wiring, loom work, and vehicle electrical systems is a plus.
• Ability to read OEM wiring diagrams and follow build specifications.

Responsibilities

• Install, modify and rework vehicle wiring and body electronics to OEM specifications.
• Read diagrams, build custom looms and modify circuits precisely.
• Diagnose electrical faults, conduct tests and rectify issues on prototypes and production vehicles.
• Remove and refit trims and components as required during electrical work.
• Follow safety policies and maintain high build standards.

Education

Recognised Auto Electrical Qualification Certificate, NVQ, IMI, City & Guilds (or equivalent)

Job description

Auto Electrician (OEM Manufacturing) | Outside IR35 Contract

Location: Coventry, West Midlands

Pay Rate: £20.00/hr Base Rate (Paid Weekly) | Overtime Available at Premium Rates

Contract Type: Ongoing Contract (Limited Company / Umbrella Options)

IR35 Status: Outside IR35

Shift: Mon–Fri Days

Competitive Pay & Premium OEM Manufacturing Projects

• Attractive Flat Rate: £20.00/hr base rate with prompt weekly payments.
• Premium Overtime Rates: Boost weekly earnings with overtime opportunities.
• OEM Specialist Projects: Work directly on premium automotive manufacturing, prototype reworks, and production line electrical integration.
• On-Site Perks: Free on-site parking and structured weekday shifts.

About the Role

Join E-ppl Ltd supporting major OEM automotive facilities in Coventry. We are looking for skilled, adaptable Auto Electricians to perform complex electrical reworks, custom loom building, component installations, and diagnostic fault-finding on new vehicle platforms (including P/HEV and M/HEV systems).

Key Responsibilities:

• Electrical System Reworks: Install, integrate, and modify complex vehicle wiring systems, body electronics, and harnesses to strict OEM build specifications.
• Loom Building & Wiring Schematics: Read and interpret OEM electrical wiring diagrams, build custom looms, and perform precise circuit modifications.
• Diagnostics & Rectification: Execute electrical diagnostics, testing, fault-finding, and rectification on assembly and prototype vehicles.
• Vehicle Trim & Assembly: Remove and refit interior/exterior trims and light mechanical components as required during electrical work.
• Quality & Safety: Maintain high build standards while adhering strictly to workshop Health & Safety policies.

Location & Commute

Conveniently located in Coventry, with direct access via the A45, A46, M6, and M42.

• Local Commuters: Easily accessible from Nuneaton, Bedworth, Rugby, Leamington Spa, Solihull, Birmingham, and the wider Warwickshire/West Midlands region.
• Qualifications: Recognised Auto Electrical Qualification Certificate, NVQ, IMI, City & Guilds (or equivalent).
• Security Clearance: Must be eligible and able to achieve standard background & security checks (fully managed and supported by E-ppl).
• Experience: Proven experience as an Auto Electrician in an OEM, automotive manufacturing, or high-volume vehicle rework environment.

Why Join E-ppl?

• Outside IR35 Security & Weekly Pay
• Cutting-Edge OEM Tech: Hands‑on experience with modern electric, hybrid, and next‑generation vehicle architectures.
• Equal Opportunity Employer: Committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment for all contractors.