Engineer - Photometry

Company

Contechs

Location

Chester, England, United Kingdom

Posted At

9/2/2025

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Description

Position: Engineer - Photometry

Location: Crewe, Cheshire

Position Type: Contract

Outside IR35

Fully onsite

I am currently recruiting on behalf of a premium automotive manufacturer who are looking for a Engineer - Photometry to join their team on a long term rolling contract basis

Main Responsibilities

To Measure light sources on vehicle and within a lab environment and produce test reports on performance.
Maintain Dark Room & Light Tunnel facilities, measurement capability and maintain Calibration for all equipment.

Responsibilities

Manage, perform and report on photometric and other optical measurements on all prototype lamps (Interior& Exterior), switch, screen and ambient lighting components.
High levels of communication must be maintained with all departments including Engineering, Quality & Purchase etc.

QUALIFICATIONS

Qualified to HND (minimum) in electrical / electronics but mechanical qualifications with relevant experience would be considered.
The applicant will be able to demonstrate a track record of success in photometry & Physical component validation, using Goniometer, Spectrometer & Imaging Colorimeter devices.
There will be some potential infrequent need to work / travel to mainland Europe .

EXPERIENCE

Experience and knowledge of the Measurement of Lamps, Switch Panels, and Display Illumination.
For example; Headlamp & Tail lamps, Roof modules and Interior Lights, Flat Panel Displays, Switch Packs, Ambient & Mood Lights, Puddle & Warning Lights, Projectors, Retro-reflectors

Why work through Contechs?

Contechs is a leading Automotive, Design, Engineering, Technology and Innovation Recruitment Consultancy. Founded in 1997, with an inhouse Contractor Care Team to support all external employees, acts as an employment agency for permanent and contract recruitment.

How to Apply

If you're interested in applying for this position, submit your application and one of our recruiters will be in touch.

If you know anyone that is suitable for the role, please visit the below page where we offer up to £600 referral fee: https://www.contechs.com/refer

IF APPLICABLE (UK AND B2B ROLES)

*Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK and travel within the EU.*