Automation Test Engineer Leicestershire (Automation system background is essential)£400 per day (Outside IR35)(£450 per day Weekend and Nights overtime)Initial 6-month contract (Monday to Friday )CSCS / ECS Card RequiredWe re looking for an organised and technically minded Automation Test Engineer to support testing activities across major automation projects. This role focuses on defect coordination, reporting, and communication with engineering and integration teams. Although primarily office-based, occasionally going onto site will be required (Office and site are in the same location)Key Responsibilities Manage and track defects using Jira and TestRail, ensuring accurate updates and timely resolution.Work closely with engineering and integration teams to clarify issues and support troubleshooting.Maintain test documentation, update scripts, and produce ad-hoc reports.Keep dashboards up to date, reflecting real-time defect and test status.Attend site occasionally to gather updates or verify defect fixes. Person Specification Strong technical background in automation systems (e.g., conveyors, cranes, shuttles, TMS, PLC/WCS/WMS).Experience in commissioning, testing, system integration, or similar roles.Familiarity with Jira, TestRail, and defect management workflows.ECS/CSCS card for site access.Confident communicator with excellent attention to detail.Proficient in Excel and reporting. Typical Day Updating and managing defect logs and dashboards.Liaising with engineers to c