Prototype Technician

Apex Resource Management; Gaydon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An automotive staffing firm in Gaydon is seeking a Prototype Vehicle Technician for a 12-month contract with potential extensions. The role involves vehicle assembly from the ground up, requiring strong mechanical and electrical skills. Candidates should have Level 3 automotive qualifications and experience with vehicle build processes. Flexibility for overtime is important. Join us to contribute to automotive innovation and excellence. Apply now to be part of this exciting opportunity.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualifications in an automotive discipline are essential.
• Knowledge of modern vehicle electrical systems is required.
• Experience in vehicle assembly/build work is essential.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for whole vehicle preparation, assembly and build.
• Perform mechanical and electrical assembly tasks.
• Fit part/full interior trim packages.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Electrical assembly

Trim fitting

Knowledge of vehicle instrumentation

Experience with handheld tools

Education

Level 3 City and Guilds/NVQ/IMI qualifications in an automotive discipline

Electric Vehicle / Hybrid Level 3 (IMI or equivalent)

Job description

Prototype Vehicle Technician

Location: Gaydon, Warwickshire

Hours: 37 hours per week, rotating shift pattern

Pay: £34.13 per hour (Umbrella PAYE)

Contract: 12‑month contract with potential extensions, inside of IR35.

Your Role

You will be responsible for the whole build of vehicles including component assembly, sub-assembly and whole vehicle build from the ground-up, within a bay‑build environment. Using your Mechanical, Electrical and Trim skills you will assist in the early‑stage prototype process in a state‑of‑the‑art facility.

Working Hours

Weekly rotating double‑day shift pattern (37 hours per week + overtime when required).

Shift times: Monday‑Thursday 06:00‑14:00 / Friday 06:00‑11:00 (Early), Monday‑Thursday 14:00‑22:00 / Friday 10:45‑15:45 (Late).

Pay and Contract

£34.13 per hour, paid via an Umbrella PAYE payroll model.

12‑month contract with potential extensions.

This contract is deemed inside of IR35.

Please note: The Umbrella PAYE pay rate stated above is made up of three elements, hourly pay rate, holiday pay and Apex Recruitment's contribution to the payroll administrator's fees.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Whole vehicle preparation, assembly and build mainly covering Trim and Final Assembly
• Mechanical and Electrical assembly and build tasks including component assembly & sub‑assemblies – building parts and components from scratch
• Building whole vehicles from scratch working within a bay‑build discipline including mechanical, electrical and trim creation and fitment
• Fitting part/full interior Trim packages
• Using all‑round knowledge of EV's, Hybrid, Petrol and Deisel vehicles
• Applying knowledge of whole vehicle instrumentation on test / development vehicles
• Diagnosis and support logging of build issues and engineering improvements
• Reading and interpreting engineer drawings
• Experience of using a variety of handheld tools
• Experience of working with precision components

Ideal Prototype Vehicle Technician

• Level 3 City and Guilds/NVQ/IMI qualifications in an automotive discipline (essential)
• Electric Vehicle / Hybrid Level 3 (IMI or equivalent) (desirable)
• Capable of interfacing with modern day vehicle electrical systems
• Extensive hands‑on experience of whole vehicle
• Good engineering background essential
• Experience of previous vehicle assembly/build work is essential
• Ability to develop good technical solutions to build/quality issues
• Knowledge and practical understanding of H&S, C.O.S.H and environmental procedures
• Flexible attitude towards working hours as overtime may be required

Join Us

Join us in shaping the future of automotive excellence. This is your chance to be a part of a global legacy driven by passion, precision and innovation. If you’re ready to rev up your career and contribute to the future of automotive greatness, apply today. All applications are treated in the strictest confidence.