Contract Project Engineer

Euro-projects Recruitment Ltd; Hinckley; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Project Engineer / Test Engineer for an 18-month contract role focused on automotive electrification and battery testing. Candidates should have a strong engineering background, excellent organisational and communication skills. The position is commutable from several areas including Coventry and Leicester, and offers an hourly rate of £27. Training on battery testing will be provided. Interested applicants should apply by sending their CV.

Qualifications

• Strong technical background in engineering or testing.
• Excellent organisational skills with ability to manage multiple projects.
• Clear communicator who can liaise with customers and teams.
• Detail-oriented with focus on data quality and compliance.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary point of contact for customers on battery testing.
• Approve all test setups before execution.
• Oversee test execution ensuring data capture is accurate.
• Manage workload planning and ensure resources availability.
• Maintain documentation including Work Instructions and Risk Assessments.

Skills

Technical background in engineering

Organisational skills

Clear communication

Detail-oriented

Knowledge in battery testing

Education

Degree in automotive or mechanical/electrical engineering

Job description

Overview

Contract Project Engineer, Automotive Electrification & Battery Testing. Commutable from Coventry, Hinckley, Leicester, Birmingham, Rugby.

18-month Contract Details

Contract: 18-month contract role. Hourly rate guide: £27.00 per hour. Start date available in October 2025. Training: structured 8 week training plan in place; battery testing experience is advantageous but training can be provided.

Your background as a Project Engineer / Test Engineer

• Strong technical background in engineering or testing (battery or automotive experience desirable).
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Clear communicator who can confidently liaise with both customers and technical teams.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on data quality, safety, and compliance.
• Degree qualified in an automotive engineering or similar mechanical engineering or electrical engineering discipline.
• A full UK driving licence is essential.

Project Engineer / Test Engineer Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, offering guidance and technical advice on all aspects of battery abuse testing (training can be provided on battery testing).
• Approve all test setups before execution, ensuring compliance with agreed requirements.
• Oversee test execution, ensuring data is captured accurately, archived securely, and reviewed for quality and integrity.
• Manage workload planning, ensuring equipment, tools, and resources are available when needed.
• Own and maintain all supporting documentation, including Work Instructions, Risk Assessments, and Safe Systems of Work.

This Project Engineer / Test Engineer role is commutable from Coventry, Leicester, Birmingham, Tamworth, Rugby, Hinckley, Warwick, Northampton, Leamington Spa and surrounding areas.

To apply please send your CV to Luke Smith at Euro Projects Recruitment Ltd.

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“Please note that if you are not contacted within the next ten days then your application, on this occasion, has not been successful. We thank you for taking the time to apply.”

This job is posted by Euro Projects Recruitment, a recruitment consultancy specialising in engineering and manufacturing appointments from tool room to boardroom. We combine over 100 years of technical knowledge and recruitment expertise to introduce the best candidates to the best companies. We are passionate about your future and persistent in our efforts to secure you the right job.