Details
1113450
University of Staffordshire
06/07/2026
Temp - Perm
Monday - Friday. 40 hours per week
Smart Casual
Pay
£26,500
£30,000
Description
Role
Our prestigious client are looking for a motivated graduate to join their team and play a hands-on role in the development, testing, and continuous improvement of their products.
This is a practical, engineering-focused role within a growing technology business, where you’ll gain exposure to the full product lifecycle, from concept and development through to testing, deployment, and ongoing improvement.
Working days and hours are Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm, 1 hour lunch break.
Office based for 5 days a week
Duties and responsibilities
Research & Development (R&D)
- Assist in the design, development, and prototyping of new product features and systems
- Research emerging technologies, components, and integration methods (e.g. AI, telematics, camera systems)
- Support testing and validation of new hardware and software solutions
- Document findings and contribute to technical specifications
Product Development
- Support the product lifecycle from concept through to deployment
- Assist in creating product documentation, wiring diagrams, and installation guides
- Support integration of third-party technologies (e.g. sensors, cameras, IoT systems)
- Work with suppliers and development partners where required
Continuous Improvement
- Analyse performance of existing products and identify improvements
- Support root cause analysis and troubleshooting of product issues
- Help refine installation processes, reliability, and user experience
- Contribute to cost reduction and efficiency initiatives
Testing & Quality Assurance
- Conduct product testing in both controlled and real-world environments
- Record and report test data to support validation processes
- Support quality assurance procedures and ongoing standards improvement
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work with internal teams including engineering, operations, sales, and support
- Assist in translating customer requirements into product improvements
- Participate in technical meetings and product development reviews
Skills and experience
Essential:
- Degree (or final year) in Engineering, Product Design, Electronics, Automotive Technology, Computer Science, or similar
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Interest in technology, electronics, and innovation
- Ability to understand and interpret technical information
- Good attention to detail
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Proactive mindset and willingness to learn
- Full UK driving licence
Desirable:
- Basic knowledge of electronics, wiring, or vehicle systems
- Experience with CAD, prototyping tools, or embedded systems
- Understanding of telematics, IoT, or AI-based systems
- Experience from university projects or placements
- Familiarity with testing methodologies or data analysis
Location
Wolverhampton
Benefits
- Hands-on engineering experience from day one
- Exposure to real-world products used across UK fleets
- Opportunity to work across the full product lifecycle
- Ongoing training and structured development support
- Career progression into engineering or product-focused roles