Prototype Vehicle Technician: Diagnostics & Powertrain

g&p Group Holdings Ltd; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

G&P Quality Management is seeking an experienced Vehicle Workshop Technician to join our busy engineering team supporting prototype development, maintenance and repair of development vehicles.

You will diagnose faults, perform electrical and mechanical repairs, implement software updates, and work with hybrid/electric powertrain tech in a fast-paced automotive setting, with a focus on safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in mechanical or motor vehicle engineering with relevant experience.
• Strong diagnostic, electrical fault finding and mechanical repair skills.
• Knowledge of modern vehicle technologies including hybrids and EVs.
• Experience in powertrain or prototype vehicle environments is desirable.
• Familiarity with automotive diagnostic software and workshop equipment.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety procedures.
• Full UK driving licence and basic MS Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out vehicle diagnostics, fault finding and electrical repairs.
• Support mechanical powertrain repairs, modifications and software updates.
• Prepare and maintain prototype and development vehicles.
• Use automotive software interfaces and diagnostic equipment.
• Work with instrumentation and measurement equipment as required.
• Maintain workshop standards using 5S and Lean principles.
• Ensure work complies with Health & Safety and environmental requirements.

Skills

Vehicle diagnostics

Electrical fault finding

Mechanical repairs

Hybrid / EV tech

Powertrain experience

Diagnostic software

Health & Safety procedures

Full UK Driving Licence

Microsoft Office

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical or Motor Vehicle Engineering (or equivalent)

Tools

Automotive diagnostic software

Workshop equipment

Job description

G&P Quality Management is seeking an experienced Vehicle Workshop Technician to join our busy engineering team supporting prototype development, maintenance and repair of development vehicles.

You will diagnose faults, perform electrical and mechanical repairs, implement software updates, and work with hybrid/electric powertrain tech in a fast-paced automotive setting, with a focus on safety and continuous improvement.