Electrical Quality Engineer

Tiro Contracts - Contract & Interim Solutions; Crewe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Crewe, England is seeking an Electrical Problem-Solving Engineer to lead complex investigations and resolve electrical issues in vehicle systems. You will collaborate cross-functionally to deliver root-cause analysis, conduct thorough testing, and make significant improvements to vehicle quality. The ideal candidate will have a qualification in Electrical or Electronic Engineering with strong experience in automotive electrical systems. This role offers the opportunity to impact vehicle quality directly.

Qualifications

• Proven 8D capability (D1–D4) in problem-solving.
• Strong automotive electrical systems experience across various domains.
• Excellent hands-on diagnostic skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead 8D investigations with cross-functional teams to resolve issues.
• Perform hands-on vehicle and bench testing for root-cause analysis.
• Support investigations and contribute to design reviews.

Skills

Hands-on diagnostic skills

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Knowledge of CAN, LIN, FlexRay, Ethernet

Electrical systems experience

Education

Qualification in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Mechatronics

Tools

CANoe

MATLAB

Simulink

Vector tools

HIL

Job description

Contract Electrical Problem-Solving Engineer – ASAP Start

Are you the engineer people turn to when a problem really needs solving?

We’re looking for an Electrical Problem-Solving Engineer who thrives on cracking complex electrical and electronic issues across modern vehicle systems.

If you love deep-dive diagnostics, structured analysis, and leading investigations that make a real difference to quality and reliability — this one’s for you.

What's on offer

• on site at a luxury vehicle maker - 35 hours per week

What You’ll Do

Lead 8D Investigations (D1–D4):

• Form and coordinate cross-functional problem-solving teams
• Drive interim containment actions
• Deliver verified root-cause analysis with robust evidence
• Hands-on vehicle and bench testing
• Environmental stress testing + fault replication
• Build and execute test plans to isolate failure modes
• Use oscilloscopes, multimeters, network analysers, CAN/LIN/FlexRay/Ethernet tools, power measurement equipment

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work with design engineering, software, quality, manufacturing & suppliers
• Support joint investigations and parts returns
• Feed findings into DFMEAs/PFMEAs and design reviews
• Spot recurring themes and feed into lessons learned
• Shape internal problem-solving standards
• Coach engineers and technicians on structured investigation methods

What You’ll Bring

• Qualification in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Mechatronics
• Strong automotive electrical systems experience (body electronics, infotainment, EV, ADAS etc.)
• Proven 8D capability (D1–D4)
• Excellent hands-on diagnostic skills
• Good understanding of CAN, LIN, FlexRay, Ethernet
• Strong communication and technical reporting

Nice to Have

• OEM or Tier 1 background
• CANoe/CANalyser, MATLAB/Simulink, Vector or HIL experience
• Knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 26262
• Six Sigma or similar certification
• Lab, workshop and office mix
• Occasional supplier/manufacturing travel
• Hands-on work with vehicles, wiring and test rigs

If you're driven by solving complex issues and making a measurable impact on vehicle quality, we’d love to hear from you.

Electrical Engineer • Crewe, England, United Kingdom