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Job Title: Resident Quality Engineer
Location: Chichester, PO18
Company: auto-scan
Duration: 4-Months FTC
Pay Rate: £32.00 Per Hour (Ltd)
About Us
Autoscan UK Limited is a leading provider of quality assurance and inspection services to the automotive industry. With years of experience and a commitment to excellence, we partner with top automotive manufacturers to ensure the highest standards of quality and safety.
The Role
We're currently looking to recruit an experienced Resident Quality Engineer for an exciting opportunity based in the Chichester area of West Sussex.
As a key member of the team, you will provide rapid on-site support when harness-related issues arise within the production area. You will attend the point of concern on the production line, assess and define problems in collaboration with production and quality teams, and organise and carry out inspection activities to support effective root-cause identification.
Where possible, you will perform practical rework and repair activities to minimise production disruption, including connector replacement, breakout position correction, taping of redundant connectors, harness clip relocation, and connector re-pinning.
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You will be responsible for documenting actions taken using standardised reporting processes, ensuring clear communication of issues and resolutions to all relevant stakeholders. In addition, you will manage on-site materials at the customer location, ensuring only approved stock is accessible to the production line and maintaining effective control of non-conforming materials.
Applicants should have previous experience in a similar role within the automotive industry, be able to communicate at all levels and be familiar with problem solving and 8D methodology.
Working Hours: Monday to Friday (Rotational shifts, i.e. 1 week AM shifts followed by 1 week PM shifts.
- AM - 06:00-14:30
- PM - 15:20-23:50
Please Note: All candidates must possess valid right to work in the UK without restrictions and must undergo a standard criminal record check (DBS).
All applications will be treated in the strictest of confidence.
We are NOT able to support Visa Sponsorship for this role.
We do NOT accept speculative CVs from Recruitment Agencies.
Requirements
- Able to read wiring diagrams
- Able to perform all types of harness and connector rectification processes (pin out, overlays, connector changes
- Excellent communication skills
- Knowledge of automotive OEM & Tier 1 Electrical Distribution Systems (EDS)
- Ability to work on initiative and collaborate well with colleagues
- Strong understanding of electrical schematics, connectors, and diagnostic tools
- Methodical approach to problem solving of electrical issues
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to high build quality and safety
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Autoscan UK Limited is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
💭 For More Information:
Visit our careers site or contact our Recruitment team at a.munro@autoscan.co.uk
Join Autoscan UK Limited and be a part of a team dedicated to driving excellence in the automotive industry!
We are a Forces friendly employer, and welcome applications from the Armed Forces community.
Benefits
- £32.00 per hour Ltd
- Premium Rates apply after 6pm
- World-Class manufacturing facilities
- Free and secure on-site car parking
- Collaborative team based environment
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