Customer Ref: 36052374

Our premium brand Automotive client is currently recruiting for the following role:



Human Factors Engineer - £27.21/hr (Inside IR35) - Warwickshire - 8 Months (Potential for yearly renewal)

Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Human Factors Researcher to join the Human Sciences team. The team is made up of Human factors researchers, psychologists and cognitive neuroscientists. This role exists to create human centred user experience design for future automotive products. This centres around the conception and design of user interface systems for the vehicle (including but not limited to, centre screen, voice, passenger entertainment and control screens, and any other appropriate interaction method). Taking on requirements for the general principles of operation, as well as the information requirements of the system being developed then proposing appropriate content design schemes for use in the next gen in-vehicle systems. Working within an automotive field requires consideration of the impact of in-vehicle systems on the driving task and hence designing systems that support a driver to carry out this task is the primary aim.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in human factors, ergonomics, and user experience research. This role involves conducting research to understand user behaviours, needs, and interactions with products and systems, and applying this knowledge to improve design and usability.

Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct User Research: Plan and execute qualitative and quantitative research studies, including user interviews, surveys, usability testing, literature reviews and field observations. Define key information requirements based upon requirements / task analysis
- Analyse Data: Interpret research data to identify patterns, insights, and opportunities for improving user experience.
- Collaborate with Design Teams: Work closely with designers, engineers, and product managers to integrate human factors principles into product development.
- Create Interactions: Creation of interface concepts that conform to client interaction guidelines and take a human centred approach.
- Evaluate Prototypes: Assess early-stage prototypes and provide actionable feedback to enhance usability and user satisfaction.
- Document Findings: Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations to communicate research findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
- Stay Updated: Keep abreast of the latest trends and advancements in human factors and ergonomics.



Skills:

- Bachelor's or Postgraduate Degree experience in Human Factors, Ergonomics, User Experience, Psychology, Cognitive Science, or a related field.
- Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in human factors research or a related role.
- Skills: Strong analytical skills, proficiency in research methodologies, excellent communication and presentation skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Tools: Familiarity with research tools and software such as SPSS, R, NVivo, or similar.

Preferred skills:
- Work as part of an agile team developing user experiences for future automotive vehicles
- Plan sprints, gather requirements, understand concept options and develop into detailed proposals.
- Creation of concepts, review and refine with cross functional stakeholders and brand partners.
- Build into prototyping system to allow for testing.
- Work closely with user interface researchers to devise UX requirements for seamless, frictionless user journeys
- Have a strong knowledge and experience of developments in the area of human machine interfaces



Education:

- Bachelor's or Postgraduate Degree experience in Human Factors, Ergonomics, User Experience, Psychology, Cognitive Science, or a related field.




Additional information:

This role is on a contract basis and is Inside IR35.


The services advertised by Premea Limited for this vacancy are those of an Employment Business.

Premea is a specialist IT & Engineering recruitment consultancy representing clients in the UK and internationally within the Automotive, Motorsport and Aerospace sectors.

The services advertised by Premea Limited for this vacancy are those of an Employment business.

Customer Ref: 35941096

Our premium brand Automotive client is currently recruiting for the following role:



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 succesfull 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 indidividual will be responsbible for the following:
- The collection and compilation of the Non Geometric Data by working with a multitude of internal customers
- The collection and compilation of the Geometric Data operating the inhouse CAD Software to help the team build the virtual models.
- Understand the Virtual Factory Floors in order to find opportunities to automate the current processes as well as build the required KPIs
- 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.

Skills:
ESSENTIAL
- Proffiency 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
- Understanding of propulsion systems
- Understanding of materials and material properties
- Awareness of EDU, Batteries, HV charging system, Electrical, Mechanical
- Machine learning AI etc

Education:
Programming, Electrical, Mechanical, AI, Software



Additional information:
This role is on a contract basis and is Inside IR35.


The services advertised by Premea Limited for this vacancy are those of an Employment Business.

Premea is a specialist IT & Engineering recruitment consultancy representing clients in the UK and internationally within the Automotive, Motorsport and Aerospace sectors.

The services advertised by Premea Limited for this vacancy are those of an Employment business.

Customer Ref: 35932900

Our premium brand Automotive client is currently recruiting for the following role:

Senior Mechatronics Engineer - Automotive - £34/hr (Inside IR35) - Warwickshire - 10 Months (potential for yearly renewal)

Division:
Body Engineering

Position Description:
This role is responsible for leading the design, development, testing and deployment of new mechatronic systems. Working within the core engineering team this role will support the development of the customer and system level requirements and the creation of system targets and specification in order to fulfil these. The role requires the individual to develop and deliver the commodity working across multiple teams with diverse stakeholders, understanding their needs to successfully integrate a solution that is to quality, cost and time with technical integrity.

Skills Required:
- Experience and good working knowledge of product creation & delivery, change control, product definition and change management processes.
- Experience defining the customer level requirements for agreed features through the application of Use Case Analysis and requirements elicitation and derivation.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with influencing and engagement skills

Experience Required:
- Relevant component knowledge with Latches, Spindle Drives & Control Modules
- Knowledge of automotive mechatronic systems
- Knowledge of Systems Engineering principals and process with relevant experience of system definition, system architecture development, requirements specification, design/performance modelling, systems integration, system assessment and acceptance
- Requirements Management
- Good verbal and written communications, experience of document authoring and review
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Track record as an effective team player with strong interpersonal skills. Confident in engaging with a wide range of stakeholders and driving progress through regular meetings and reviews

Experience Preferred:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with strong influencing and engagement skills

Additional Information:
This role is on a contract basis and is Inside IR35

The services advertised by Premea Limited for this vacancy are those of an Employment business.

Customer Ref: 35932933

Our premium brand Automotive client is currently recruiting for the following role:

Mechatronics Engineer - Automotive - £27.21/hr (Inside IR35) - Warwickshire - 10 Months (potential for yearly renewal)

Division:
Body Engineering

Position Description:
This role is responsible for leading the design, development, testing and deployment of new mechatronic systems. Working within the core engineering team this role will support the development of the customer and system level requirements and the creation of system targets and specification in order to fulfil these. The role requires the individual to develop and deliver the commodity working across multiple teams with diverse stakeholders, understanding their needs to successfully integrate a solution that is to quality, cost and time with technical integrity.

Skills Required:
- Experience and good working knowledge of product creation & delivery, change control, product definition and change management processes.
- Experience defining the customer level requirements for agreed features through the application of Use Case Analysis and requirements elicitation and derivation.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with influencing and engagement skills

Experience Required:
- Relevant component knowledge with Latches, Spindle Drives & Control Modules
- Knowledge of automotive mechatronic systems
- Knowledge of Systems Engineering principals and process with relevant experience of system definition, system architecture development, requirements specification, design/performance modelling, systems integration, system assessment and acceptance
- Requirements Management
- Good verbal and written communications, experience of document authoring and review
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Track record as an effective team player with strong interpersonal skills. Confident in engaging with a wide range of stakeholders and driving progress through regular meetings and reviews

Experience Preferred:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with strong influencing and engagement skills

Additional Information:
This role is on a contract basis and is Inside IR35

The services advertised by Premea Limited for this vacancy are those of an Employment business.

Customer Ref: 35932646

Our premium brand Automotive client is currently recruiting for the following role:

Instrumentation Test Engineer - Automotive - £27.21/hr (Inside IR35) - Coventry - 12 Months (potential for yearly renewal)

Division:
Power/Train

Position Description:
This role sits within the Powertrain Charging Systems team, in the Charging Validation & Verification organisational unit. The role will focus on delivering data from tests in support of design release activity or technology advancement of electric vehicle charging infrastructure compatibility.

The main activity for this role is to, as part of a team, prepare test facility or test parts with instrumentation which enables measurement of a wide range of charging system signals and variables, both on-board and external to the vehicle. In addition, this role will support the collection of data in a wide range of environments such as in a test facility, on public roads and proving grounds. The key outcome of this role is to help create a modern luxury seamless & stress-free charging experience for the client's customers.

Skills Required:
- Prior experience as an Instrumentation Engineer, versed in studying data and reporting of test data.
- Awareness of existing charging Standards (e.g. CCS / COMBO, DIN 70121 and ISO15118)
- Experience with IATF16949 or ISO9001 standards and requirements
- A full UK driving license with less than 6 penalty points, no disqualification, 2 years accident-free record

Experience Required:
- Good communication and negotiation skills
- Strong organisational and planning skills
- Eagerness to learn about Electric Vehicle Charging
- Natural problem-solver with structured approach to problem solving in a technical environment.
- The ability to validate, prepare and read documentation.
- Knowledge of Health and Safety processes
- Computer literate, including Microsoft Office competency to produce plans, presentations, graphs, process and Single Point Lesson (SPL) documents.
- A full UK driving license with less than 6 penalty points, no disqualification, 2 years accident-free record

Experience Preferred:
- Demonstrable software integration knowledge
- Vehicle charging Systems and applications experience.
- Demonstrable electronic hardware design & test knowledge
- Six Sigma, Black Belt and Green Belt Training and certification.
- Experience and certification for conducting testing on proving grounds.
- Knowledge of instrument calibration processes.
- Proficient in the use and application of a programming / scripting language (C/C++, python, Java, or similar)
- Educated to Degree level in a Systems, Mechanical, Electrical/Electronic or related field or equivalent.

Additional Information:
This role is on a contract basis and is Inside IR35.

The services advertised by Premea Limited for this vacancy are those of an Employment business.