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Our OEM Client based in Whitley, Coventry, is searching for a Senior Automation & Developer Engineer to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a contract position until 31st March 2026.

Umbrella Pay Rate: £33.64 per hour.

Our client has recently restructured the Propulsion CAE team in particular the Virtual Build Factory team. The area is currently inventing and developing its processes to improve speed & quality. 

The successful candidate will be required to detect opportunities and develop the code to automate its process to unleash the efficiency required from the team.

The role is multidisciplinary as it involves working on-cycle and off-cycle programmes primarily developing the code but working closely with Development engineers, analysts and model builders.

The individual will be responsible for the following:

Determine the automation and optimisation requirements, develop code, metrics and targets.
Code/program to convert the manual effort into automation
Develop programming code to automate all manual processes to reduce time and improve quality.
Support methods reviews as appropriate contributing ideas.
Develop and deliver new process training material.
Undertake any other work as directed by their line manager in connection with their job as may be requested.
Creation of user guides and manuals to the train CAE team members.
Essential Skills Required:

Proficiency in programming language Python, VB, Java, Simulink, Matlab etc.
Good understanding of CAD software 3DX CATIA MS Excel.
Ability to adapt / understand new technology areas Communication skills.
Desirable Skills:

Understanding of propulsion systems
Understanding of materials and material properties
Awareness of EDU, Batteries, HV charging system, Electrical, Mechanical Machine learning AI etc.
Education Required:

Programming, Electrical, Mechanical, AI, Software

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