Technical Support Engineer

Based: Gaydon, Warwickshire – Hybrid Working

Type: Temporary

Salary: TBD based on experience

CAD-IT are seeking a Technical Support Engineer to join the Aftersales Technical helpdesk team providing technical support and assistance to a top automotive OEM worldwide dealer network.

Role Objectives:

Minimising time spent on workshop diagnostics, and reducing vehicle downtime Preventing the need for customers to return to the dealership for the same issue Supporting a Right First Time Fix approach Playing a key role in lowering warranty costs through efficient use of replacement parts and labour Collaborating closely with Quality, Product Development, and Manufacturing teams Helping to reduce service-related ownership costs by optimising spare parts and labour usage Striving to deliver industry-leading technical support and outstanding customer satisfaction

Key Responsibilities:

Provide technical support to franchised dealer technicians and regional service staff across all vehicle models, recommending diagnostic strategies to ensure Right First Time Fixes Manage daily diagnostic vehicle cases via a guided diagnostics system, interpret and qualify content, where necessary contacting the submitting Dealer Technician to review data to enhance understanding and improve the quality of submitted information and to provide diagnostic guidance to dealer technicians Support vehicle software updates by advising technicians or initiating remote diagnostic connection to the vehicle Authorise high-value part replacements to dealer network to assist in the control of warranty expenditure Foster strong collaboration with After Sales, Problem Definition, and all internal and regional teams to maintain technical expertise and address field concerns Liaise with Client Services to prioritise technical resolution of critical customer cases Recommend improvements to Technical Publications for consistent improvement and evolution of technical content within the following: Workshop Manual Parts Manual Owners’ Guides Service Literature Repair Operation Times/Man-Hour Schedules and Fault Codes Accessory Fitting Instructions

Who We’re Looking For:

Qualifications and Experience:

Self-motivated, organised, with a high attention to detail and dedication to consistently producing excellent quality work on time and on budget. Extensive servicing, maintenance procedures and diagnostic experience In-depth understanding of the Automotive sector Computer & IT Literate Automotive, electronics or equivalent education Excellent written and verbal communication skills A full clean driving license

Required Skills:

(remote) Flashing and coding vehicle software Diagnosing vehicles using AMDS, EvO Diag or similar OBD diagnostic equipment Analysing vehicle log files incl DTC, Part number read, Mode 2,6 and 9 data Ability to use interpret diagrams Knowledge of CAN, LIN and Flexray protocols Knowledge of using PicoScope or similar scope for vehicle diagnostics Experience with High Voltage (EV or Hybrid vehicles) is

Why CAD-IT?

We are a software sales and consulting company focusing primarily on industrial aftermarket, Service Lifecycle Management (SLM), Industrial IoT and Augmented Reality application in Service. We are global partners with Siemens providing Service Business Strategy consultancy and support, Industry 4.0 for Service, outsourced technical publications support and digital transformation to industries globally.

We are passionate about innovation and work collaboratively to give our very best to our staff and customers. Job satisfaction, wellbeing and career progression are top of our list for our employees. Joining our dynamic, ambitious and friendly team you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential and be part of an inclusive culture that values and rewards innovation, hard work, integrity, and merit. We have an excellent Company Benefits package that focuses on employee reward and wellbeing:

Private Medical Insurance Company pension 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Hybrid working Long Service Award scheme Enhanced maternity pay Subsidized eye tests CAD-IT Mental Health & Wellbeing Support Group