Diagnostics Engineer at e-ppl Ltd

Shirley, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Jun, 26

Salary

48.0

Posted On

16 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Diagnostic Strategies, DTCs, E/E Systems, CAN, LIN, Ethernet, UDS, ECU Suppliers, Fault Detection, Log Analysis, Root-Cause Investigations, Automotive Diagnostics, Embedded Systems, Problem-Solving, Communication Skills, ISO 14229

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

Job Title: Diagnostics Engineer Location: Solihull, B90 Company: Autoscan UK Ltd Pay Rate: £40-£48 per hour Ltd Duration: 6 Months FTC About Us Autoscan UK Ltd 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. We're seeking an experienced Diagnostics Engineer to join the Electrical & Electronic Systems team on a 6-month fixed-term contract to provide cover and maintain project continuity. The Diagnostics Engineer will be responsible for the development, validation, and maintenance of diagnostic strategies across all electrical and electronic (E/E) systems. The role plays a critical part in ensuring robust fault detection, effective service diagnostics, and compliance with industry communication protocols. This position requires close collaboration with system engineers, ECU suppliers, service engineering teams, and dealer networks to deliver high-quality, production-ready diagnostic solutions. All applications will be treated in the strictest of confidence. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic DBS criminal record check. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain diagnostic strategies, including Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) and associated service procedures for all E/E systems Create, manage, and validate diagnostic datasets to ensure accuracy and robustness Support system engineers in defining diagnostic requirements early in the design and development cycle. Analyse field issues, perform log analysis, and support root-cause investigations through structured fault replication Collaborate with ECU suppliers to ensure correct diagnostic implementation and compliance with specifications Provide technical support to service engineering teams and dealer networks on diagnostic-related queries Validate diagnostic functionality using industry-standard communication protocols including CAN, LIN, Ethernet, and UDS Contribute to continuous improvement of diagnostic processes, documentation and validation methodologies Skills & Experience Essential: Proven experience in automotive or motorcycle diagnostics engineering Strong understanding of E/E architectures and embedded systems Hands-on experience with diagnostic protocol validation (CAN, LIN, Ethernet, UDS) Experience developing and managing DTC strategies Ability to analyse CAN logs and perform structured fault-finding Experience working with ECU suppliers and external technical partners Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Excellent communication skills with the ability to support technical and non-technical stakeholders Desirable: Experience within motorcycle or low-volume automotive OEM environments Familiarity with ISO 14229 (UDS) and ISO 26262 functional safety considerations Knowledge of calibration and vehicle-level validation processes 🤝 Stay Connected: Follow us on LinkedIn to stay updated on the latest news and job openings at Autoscan UK Ltd. Autoscan UK Ltd 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 at or contact our Recruitment team at a.munro@autoscan.co.uk Join Autoscan UK Ltd 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. £40-£48 Hourly Pay Rate (Ltd) State-of -the-art Facilities Global iconic Automotive Brand Exciting Projects Free on-site car parking Collaborative team based environment

Responsibilities

The Diagnostics Engineer will be responsible for developing, validating, and maintaining diagnostic strategies across all electrical and electronic systems to ensure robust fault detection and compliance with communication protocols. Key tasks include managing Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), creating diagnostic datasets, and collaborating with system engineers and ECU suppliers.