Jobs, fresher vacancy - Professional Hardware Engineer - Lighting • UK

Company: EDAG UK

UK

EDAG Engineering UK is a small but growing collaborative team who are currently focusing on some key UK Customers whilst at the same time having access to large multidisciplinary teams globally. Within the group, we are over 9000 employees located across the world whose core business is to provide engineering solutions to major automotive companies and their suppliers. We are looking for a Professional Hardware Engineer – Lighting to join the team. You will have the opportunity to contribute to our continuing expansion. This role is based in the heart of the automotive industry in Royal Leamington Spa.Responsibilities include: Lead and coordinate the lighting project across engineering, production, and supplier teams. Manage task distribution within the EDAG project team, ensuring smooth collaboration and clear responsibilities. Serve as the technical interface to the customer, including onsite support if issues arise during vehicle assembly. Monitor and track project timelines, milestones, and deliverables. Conduct harness testing and/or provide technical input into wiring harness design, with a deep understanding of physical components. Prepare and deliver clear technical presentations, status updates, and test results to internal and external stakeholders. Ensure compliance with all relevant quality, safety, and regulatory standards in automotive lighting systems. Identify risks, initiate corrective actions, and proactively solve issues throughout the project lifecycle. Collaborate closely with departments responsible for electrical/electronic components to ensure seamless integration. Analyse project data, identify improvement opportunities, and drive process optimization initiatives. RequirementsDegree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.Knowledge of automotive lighting systems, standards, and validation processes. Experience working with OEMs or Tier 1 suppliers in the automotive industry. Familiarity with automotive development processes (e.g., V-model). Basic understanding of CAD tools and electrical documentation. Proven project coordination or team leadership experience in an automotive environment. EDAG Engineering Limited is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.BenefitsHealth cash plan, following successful probation Pension plans Hybrid working 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays Generous absence cover