Rigs and Component Testing Technician
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£42,500
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 3113 (80% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £42,500, and McLaren Racing is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
Worth checking: this could also be SOC 3119 (Science, engineering and production technicians not elsewhere classified., Specialist rig testing may fall under technicians n.e.c.), which is not on the eligible-occupation list. Ask McLaren Racing what the duties actually are.
About the role
As a Rigs and Component Testing Technician within our Vehicle Test Facilities team, you will lead and support vehicle testing activities that validate the performance, reliability and compliance of components and systems used on our race cars.
Working across specialist rigs, dynamometers and test beds, you will collaborate with teams including Research and Technology, Production, Design, Vehicle Performance and Quality. Your contribution will support component sign-off, structural development, suspension evaluation, durability testing and homologation activities.
What You'll Do
- Conduct characterisation, validation and sign-off testing for brake, suspension, metallic and composite vehicle components.
- Set up, operate and maintain specialist test rigs, instrumentation, strain gauges, sensors and data acquisition systems.
- Monitor, analyse and clearly present test data, producing accurate reports and updating relevant component lifing and database systems.
- Prepare test environments, assemblies and hardware, troubleshooting equipment to ensure safe, reliable and accurate operation.
- Support development, dynamometer, type approval and homologation testing at McLaren and external facilities in the UK and internationally.
What You'll Bring
- Experience in vehicle or component testing within a high-performance motorsport, automotive or comparable engineering environment.
- Practical knowledge of hydraulic or servo-mechanical test rigs, actuator systems and associated control platforms such as Zwick, CATS3 or similar.
- The ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications and technical documentation accurately.
- Experience installing and calibrating test instrumentation, acquiring and analysing data, and using platforms such as ATLAS or comparable software.
- A proactive, accountable approach, with a strong commitment to quality, safety and continuous improvement.
- Clear and professional communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively and share knowledge across teams.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, sound judgement and excellent attention to detail.
- The resilience, focus and organisation needed to deliver high-quality work within demanding timescales.
- An adaptable mindset and enthusiasm for learning, with flexibility to support occasional evening or weekend work and travel when required.
Success in racing comes from bringing together talented people with different skills, perspectives and experiences. We're committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone feels supported and empowered to deliver their best work.
Every role has the potential to drive high performance. You'll be part of a team united by a shared ambition to push boundaries and embody our racing mindset. We invest in our people through opportunities to develop and grow, creating an environment where individuals and teams can thrive.
Alongside a range of wellbeing initiatives and development opportunities, we're committed to helping you build a rewarding career and make your mark at McLaren Racing.
Success in racing comes from bringing together talented people with different skills, perspectives and experiences. We're committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone feels supported and empowered to deliver their best work.
Every role has the potential to drive high performance. You'll be part of a team united by a shared ambition to push boundaries and embody our racing mindset. We invest in our people through opportunities to develop and grow, creating an environment where individuals and teams can thrive.
Alongside a range of wellbeing initiatives and development opportunities, we're committed to helping you build a rewarding career and make your mark at McLaren Racing.
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with McLaren Racing, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
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About sponsorship for this role
Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. McLaren Racing holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 3113 going rate of £42,500. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.