Lead Audio Validation & Test Engineer

Contechs Consulting; Warwick; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive recruitment firm seeks a Lead Audio Validation & Test Engineer in Gaydon, UK. The role involves hands-on testing of automotive infotainment systems with a focus on active NVH technologies. Responsibilities include managing test delivery, planning test programmes, and ensuring compliance with automotive quality standards. Candidates must have experience in testing infotainment systems and hold a full UK driving licence. This position offers a hybrid working model and an initial 8-month contract with competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Strong background in testing automotive infotainment systems, ideally with experience in active NVH technologies.
• Execution-focused approach with the ability to manage and deliver test programmes independently.
• Proficient in debugging and analysis.
• Experience with audio systems and rig setup for validation.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hands-on testing of automotive infotainment systems focused on active NVH technologies.
• Take ownership of test delivery and drive results through rigorous validation and problem-solving.
• Plan and execute test programmes for infotainment systems.
• Ensure testing aligns with automotive quality standards and specifications.
• Identify issues and drive improvements in performance.
• Define and apply testing specifications for infotainment components.

Skills

Testing automotive infotainment systems

Experience in active NVH technologies

Debugging and analysis

Excellent documentation skills

Communication skills

Execution-focused approach

Job description

Lead Audio Validation & Test Engineer

8-month initial contract

Hybrid working - Gaydon

£33.88ph (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 Gaydon, who are seeking a Lead Audio Validation & Test Engineer to join their team

Job Description

As Lead Audio Validation & Test Engineer, your main responsibilities include:

• Hands-on testing of automotive infotainment systems, with a strong focus on active NVH (Noise, Vibration, and Harshness) technologies at both system and subsystem levels.
• Taking ownership of test delivery and driving results, through rigorous validation and problem-solving.
• Plan and execute test programmes for infotainment systems, particularly those involving active NVH technologies.
• Ensure all testing is aligned with automotive quality standards and specifications.
• Identify issues and drive improvements in system and subsystem performance.
• Define and apply testing specifications for new and existing infotainment components.

Qualifications/Skills needed

Strong background in testing automotive infotainment systems, ideally with experience in active NVH technologies.

Execution-focused approach with the ability to manage and deliver test programmes independently.

Proficient in debugging and analysis.

Experience with audio systems and rig setup for validation.

Excellent documentation and communication skills.

Full UK driving licence required.

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.

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