Contechs Consulting

Position: (phone number removed) Suspension Engineer Location: Gaydon Position Type: Contract Inside IR35 Salary: 27.71 per hour umbrella inside IR35 I am currently recruiting on behalf of a Luxury Automotive OEM based in Gaydon who are seeking a Suspension engineer to join their team on a long term rolling contract 40 hours per week Inside IR35 Duties: Apply engineering theories and principles to perform complex work in research and development of suspension engineering systems, including the design, characterization, and iterative refinement of suspension devices. Work within an Agile Squad to develop industrialized products. Deliver the commodity plan to quality, cost and time, including maintaining the Worldwide Engineering Release System Assist in the Management of Change Requests, expenditure forecasting and the relevant supplier teams in support of delivery of the programme milestones Meet programme targets for cost and weight Legal regulations and Requirements Management & Design Verification documentation Keep all Module documentation up to date including meeting records Skills: Previous experience of managing resolution of business, technical and process issues within a Project Team environment A good working knowledge of product creation & delivery, change control, product definition and change management processes Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with strong influencing and engagement skills Education: Degree qualified or equivalent experience preferred 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. How to Apply If you're interested in applying for this position, submit your application and one of our recruiters will be in touch. If you know anyone that is suitable for the role, please visit the below page where we offer up to 600 referral fee: (url removed) APPLICABLE (UK AND B2B ROLES) Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK and travel within the EU.

Position Title: Infotainment, Navigation/OTA Engineer Duration: Contract Location: Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA Key Responsabilities: Support validation and testing of the Clients' Over-the-Air (OTA) update systems. Execute test cases to verify OTA software download, installation, rollback, and update status reporting. Assist in monitoring vehicle and server-side OTA status logs to identify and report update issues. Document and communicate OTA validation results, anomalies, and test summaries to the engineering team. Qualifications/Skills Needed: Understanding of vehicle infotainment and connected car systems. Familiarity with Over-the-Air (OTA) update processes, including navigation and media data updates. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint for test result tracking and reporting. Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field. Must maintain a valid driver's license and clean driving record.

PMO Specialist 2-month contract Based in Whitley, CV (Hybrid working) 27.21 per hour (Inside IR35) Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility, to work full time, and travel within, the UK About the company I am currently recruiting on behalf of an automotive OEM, based in Coventry, who are looking for a PMO Specialist to join their team. Job Description As PMO Specialist, your main responsibilities will include: Support implementation and monitoring of governance structures across the portfolio. Assist in developing and maintaining project schedules and milestone plans. Maintain and enhance digital PM tools (e.g. Jira, Confluence). Maintain risk and opportunity registers, support workshops, and ensure timely escalation and reporting. Administer change control processes, ensuring accurate documentation and tracking. Maintain stakeholder maps and communication plans. Qualifications/Skills needed Degree or equivalent experience. Experience in PMO, project analyst, or support roles in complex environments. Familiarity with project/programme/portfolio methodologies (e.g. APM, PRINCE2). Proficient in Jira and coding languages for reporting and dashboards. Experience with Tableau or similar tools. Proven process improvement experience. 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. How to Apply If you're interested in applying for this position, submit your application and one of our recruiters will be in touch. If you know anyone that is suitable for the role, please visit the below page where we offer up to 600 referral fee: (url removed)>

Position Title: Strategy & Planning Assistant Duration: 12 Month Contract Location: Solihull What to Expect: The Strategy & Planning Assistant plays a central role in supporting the Site Strategy & Transformation department, with a strong emphasis on project controlling as a core part of the role. This position ensures that capital projects are accurately set up, monitored, and governed from approval through to completion. The role also provides essential administrative, analytical, and organisational support to strategic forums such as SIC and MIC, helping maintain strong financial discipline and effective project oversight. Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities: Be cost/spend conscious Set up new projects in SAP and act as the first-line approver for orders raised by project owners Monitor all SCs (shopping carts), including value, purpose, timing, and expected invoicing Track project spend against budget from initiation to closure, ensuring accurate forecasting and timely updates Support capex processes, ensuring compliance with internal standards and cost-conscious decision-making Ensure all spend is accounted for, documentation is complete, and reports are updated Support leadership team discussions by providing data, insights, and structured updates on project performance. Attend Solihull Investment Committee (SIC) and Manufacturing Investment Committee (MIC) meetings, capturing minutes, actions, and decisions Organise and support strategic planning meetings, prepare agendas, circulate materials, and ensure follow-up actions are tracked Support regular reviews of project progress, risks, and financial performance Skills: Competent in all Microsoft office products Experience of system use and understanding of data Presentation skills, appropriate to all levels of the organisation and applicable to different cultures; the ability to produce professional presentations with appropriate and carefully targeted messaging Strong financial awareness with a cost-conscious mindset Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously High attention to detail, especially in tracking spend, commitments, and documentation Confident communicator able to work with project owners, finance, engineering, and leadership teams Proactive and structured approach to managing tasks and deadlines Comfortable with governance environments and supporting senior-level meetings Proficiency in SAP and Excel (or willingness to learn quickly)

Data Delivery Analyst 11-month contract Based in Essex (Onsite working) 26 per hour (Inside IR35) Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility, to work full time, and travel within, the UK About the company I am currently recruiting on behalf of a financial services organisation, based in Essex, who are looking for a Data Delivery Analyst to join the team. Job Description As Data Delivery Analyst, your main responsibilities will include: Ingest data, create pipelines and facilitate customer reporting, from GCP Data Warehouse Data Management, Semantic Modelling, BI & Data Analysis Requirements Gathering, Stakeholder Management & Problem-Solving Collaboration, Continuous Learning & Attention to Detail Qualifications/Skills needed SQL Python Looker Power BI GCP Experience working within a data function 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. How to Apply If you're interested in applying for this position, submit your application and one of our recruiters will be in touch. If you know anyone that is suitable for the role, please visit the below page where we offer up to 600 referral fee: (url removed)>

Test Kitting Engineer 2-month initial contract (until end of Mar.) Onsite working - Whitley, CV 27.21ph (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 Whitley, who are seeking a Test Kitting Engineer to join their team Job Description As Test Kitting Engineer, your main responsibilities include: Responsible for owning and managing the Bill of Materials (BoM) for Units Under Test (UUT) Ensuring that all kits are complete, accurate, and delivered on time Coordinating the procurement and logistics of components, to meet critical deadlines Work closely with cross-functional teams, to understand specific test requirements Identifying and implementing improvements, that enhance efficiency and reliability Regular performance updates, including weekly reports on kit readiness and delivery status Qualifications/Skills needed Experience in managing end-to-end test kitting processes, within engineering or automotive testing environments. Strong understanding of powertrain systems, including Batteries, Electronic Drive Units (EDU), and Internal Combustion Engines (ICE). Familiarity with Bill of Materials (BoM) creation, maintenance, and delivery in support of test operations. Experience working with inventory management systems and procurement tools to source and track components. Proficiency in using Microsoft Excel and other data handling tools to manage kit lists and reporting. Ability to work independently and proactively, taking full ownership and responsibility for delivering test kits on time and to specification. 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. How to Apply If you're interested in applying for this position, submit your application and one of our recruiters will be in touch. If you know anyone that is suitable for the role, please visit the below page where we offer up to 600 referral fee: (url removed)>

Issue Management Specialist 2-month initial contract (until end of Mar.) 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 an Issue Management Specialist to join their team Job Description As Issue Management Specialist, your main responsibilities include: Overseeing the identification, tracking, and resolution of integration issues across complex systems. Ensure consistent adherence to established processes Effective utilisation of issue management tools Clear, and transparent, reporting to senior stakeholders. Drive actions, based on clear KPI's around defect management, with stakeholders. Qualifications/Skills needed Strong skills in developing metrics, dashboards, and professional presentations are essential. Educated to degree level, or equivalent relevant experience. Strong knowledge of issue and defect management processes and tools. Proficiency in root cause analysis techniques and problem-solving methodologies. Solid understanding of software integration principles and dependencies. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to lead discussions on complex or sensitive matters. 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. How to Apply If you're interested in applying for this position, submit your application and one of our recruiters will be in touch. If you know anyone that is suitable for the role, please visit the below page where we offer up to 600 referral fee: (url removed)>

Customer Service (Food Assistant) £13.30 per hour - PAYE Full Time - 36 hours per week - Monday to Friday Based in Reading - Onsite 6 Month Contract - Immediate start Available We are looking for a Customer Service (Food Assistant) who has worked previously in a food environment (Kitchen, food preperation environments). Responsibilities: 1. Working in different laboratories as demand requires 2. Provide high quality customer service at all times by ensuring effective organisation of assigned workload, integrity of analytical data generated and timely/accurate provision of results. 3. Perform a range of basic routine analysis, product manufacturing and sample preparation under supervision of a senior member of staff. 4. Perform laboratory tasks following specified methodologies, such as Standard Operating Procedures. 5. Use of specified instrumentation and laboratory equipment, including calibration where required. 6. Produce reliable, accurate data and keep accurate records of laboratory work undertaken and results. 7. Follow product formulations and methods considering standard operating procedures and food saftey to produce food products at bench scale or manufacturing. 8. Operate basic lab and manufacturing equipment as directed. Skills and Experience Previous experience working in a food preperation environment Basic food safety understanding Excellent Opportunity with immediate starts available.

Microbiology Senior Scientist Full Time (36 hours per week) - Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun and Mon - 9am - 5pm Based in Wokingham - ONSITE £20.94 PAYE Immediate start available Overview Contechs are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Scientist to join our dynamic team. What you will bring A technical mind in microbiology Some line management experience (1-2 people) Able to work without supervision and be able to make decisions without a manager around Working on teams and independently with the guidance of a manager Prioritizing and managing activities Identifying problems proactively and creating and implementing solutions independently Applying fundamental technical understanding to interpret and analyse data to reach clear conclusions Communicating effectively verbally and in writing, including technical writing Responsibilities: Working as part of a cross functional team, you deliver the RDQ activities required to complete project and/or productivity projects with an emphasis on meeting the desired consumer experience. How you will contribute With the support and guidance of a manager, you will organize and execute projects in line with client requirements, effectively communicating status and risks. You will plan and conduct projects in accordance with good manufacturing practice and GMP requirements and validation activities You will also write technical reports that will require the analysis and interpretation of results and that lead to conclusions and recommendations and create and maintain accurate consumer-led specifications. Excellent opportunity with immediate starts available.

SAP Trainer 12-month initial contract Onsite working - Solihull, West Midlands & Halewood 39ph (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 an automotive OEM, based in Solihull, who are seeking a SAP Trainer to join their team Job Description As SAP Trainer, your main responsibilities include: Process assessment and stakeholder identification, in the form of a Training Needs Analysis (TNA) Design and create role-based SAP user training, using SAP EnableNow and Articulate RISE. Developing training content, including classroom courses, online learning courses, assignments, videos simulations and quick reference guides Evaluation the SAP users' level of knowledge, at appropriated levels. Assisting with training impact assessments Qualifications/Skills needed Experienced SAP user 5+ years in e training creation and delivery position Experience creating simulation training SAP Enable now Articulate RISE SAP manufacturing modules 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. How to Apply If you're interested in applying for this position, submit your application and one of our recruiters will be in touch. If you know anyone that is suitable for the role, please visit the below page where we offer up to 600 referral fee: (url removed)>

Position Title: Labcar Delivery Electrical Systems Lead Duration: Contract INSIDE IR35 Location: Milton Keynes I am currently recruiting on behalf of a premium client who are looking for a Labcar Delivery Electrical Systems Lead to join their team based in Milton Keynes. Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK and travel within the EU. Essential Criteria: Own the Labcar project from inception through delivery and reporting, experience required Validate wiring looms, integrate ECUs, modules, networks, and sensors on bench rigs Develop and execute test plans to verify vehicle devices, network architectures, and power systems before prototype builds Coordinate and support Labcar builds Overseeing harness rectifications, system debug, harness fabrication, power strategies, and high/low-voltage harness and component installation Enforcing health and safety procedures and conducting risk assessments, including advising on dynamic moving parts, guides and protection to the end user Working closely with engineers, technicians, and all relevant departments, to resolve build issues, assist with software installation and calibration Liaise with design and software/controls teams to ensure correct build levels. Review detailed schematics and build instructions Manage timelines and deliver precise status reports. Nice to Have Criteria: Past experience with the Client or Motorsport Located in Milton Keynes Driving license 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. How to Apply If you're interested in applying for this position, submit your application and one of our recruiters will be in touch. If you know anyone that is suitable for the role, please visit the below page where we offer up to 600 referral fee: (url removed)>

Position Title: Commercial Analyst Duration: Contract Location: Solihull Role Overview Our Client is seeking a sharp, data-driven Commercial Analyst to join the Alternative Revenue Team. This role is critical in helping identify, analyse, and grow new commercial opportunities beyond the core of the motorcycle business. From evaluating the performance of merchandise to modelling revenue from lifestyle products, experiences, partnerships, and digital channels, you will provide actionable insights that shape business strategy and drive revenue growth. Key Responsibilities Analyse sales data, consumer trends, and product performance across alternative revenue channels (e.g. apparel, accessories, licensing, events, digital). Build and maintain financial models and revenue forecasts. Support business case development for new revenue streams and product launches. Track KPIs and generate regular performance dashboards for senior stakeholders. Identify margin opportunities, pricing strategies, and cost-saving opportunities. Collaborate with product, marketing, retail, e-commerce, and finance teams to align strategy with data. Conduct market research and competitor benchmarking. Ideal Candidate Profile Commercially minded with strong analytical skills and a problem-solving mindset. Passionate about lifestyle brands, premium products, and alternative business models. Proactive and confident working in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Requirements Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Data Analytics, or a related field. 2+ years' experience in a commercial, financial, or data analysis role (retail, e-commerce, automotive, lifestyle, or consumer goods is a plus). Strong Excel/Google Sheets skills Excellent communication and presentation skills - ability to turn data into clear insights. Strong attention to detail and time management. An interest in motorcycles or premium brands is a bonus.