About this Position:
We are hiring an experienced Vehicle Development Technician on behalf of our client, a leading automotive and motorsport company. This role involves the assembly, maintenance, preparation, and support of multi-project test and development vehicles and simulation rigs. The successful candidate will work on cutting-edge vehicle development and may be required to travel for UK, European, and worldwide test support.
Job Responsibilities:
1. Build concept, mule, prototype, and production-level vehicles and rigs to the highest standards.
2. Maintain and update vehicles and rigs to support ongoing development programmes.
3. Prepare and operate vehicles for test and development activities at various locations, including proving grounds and racing circuits.
4. Work closely with design and engineering teams to achieve specifications and targets.
5. Interpret engineering drawings and instrumentation schedules to ensure accurate builds and modifications.
6. Maintain a clean and well-organised workshop, ensuring equipment meets company standards.
7. Subject to internal approval, safely drive high-value, high-performance vehicles in workshop, road, and test environments.
Experience Required:
1. Extensive experience in motorsport, prototype, or low-volume high-performance vehicle builds.
2. Strong background in vehicle assembly, manufacturing, and operation.
3. Welding, machining, and fabrication skills are preferred.
4. Understanding of modern automotive electrical and electronic systems for fault-finding and repair.
5. Experience with diagnostic platforms such as MONaco, CANape, and INCA is desirable.
6. Clean driving licence and passport.
7. IT literacy, including Microsoft Office and Virtual Car software.
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