R&D Technician

seek.com.au; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days annual leave

12 RDO days per year

Job summary

We value experience in motorsport roles and the ability to self-manage workload while contributing to a fast-paced, professional team. Full-time permanent position with attractive remuneration based on experience.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in precision assembly, inspection and fault diagnosis.
• Experience in motorsport roles (subassembly, hydraulics, powertrain).
• Ability to interpret R&D/test bench data for QC purposes.
• Capable of meeting project timelines with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, service and inspect precision mechanical and hydraulic components.
• Interpret R&D test bench data as part of Quality Control (Motec i2).
• Interpret engineering drawings and perform QC measurement of critical components.
• Coordinate project timelines with engineering, production and procurement.
• Liaise with external clients regarding project deliverables.

Skills

Precision assembly

Quality control

Motorsport experience

Hydraulics

Powertrain

Teamwork

Tools

Motec i2

Job description

Tickford Engineering is an engineering services and precision manufacturing operation in the northern suburbs of Melbourne, Australia. We are part of the Tickford group that includes Tickford Racing in Australian Supercars.

Due to growth in our business, we are looking for a skilled technician to join our team.

The role requires an individual that can function and perform in a dynamic industry working alongside an experienced team of professionals in the motorsport industry.

Salary is negotiable depending on experience.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Assembly, service and inspection of precision mechanical and hydraulic components
• Interpret R&D test bench data as part of Quality Control (Currently Motec i2)
• Interpret engineering drawings & perform QC measurement of critical components
• Co-ordinate project timelines with engineering, production and procurement
• Liaise with external clients regarding project deliverables

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• Prior experience in motorsport in a relevant role e.g. Subassembly, Hydraulics, Powertrain etc.
• Hands on experience in precision assembly, inspection and fault diagnosis
• Capable of setting & working to project timelines to achieve set deliverables
• Ability to self-manage workload and operate with minimal supervision
• Ability to work in a team environment and in a professional manner
• Full-Time Permanent employment with flexibility in working hours & arrangements
• Competitive remuneration package depending on applicant experience and ability
• 20 Days annual leave plus 12 preset RDO days per annum
• A vibrant, fast paced working environment involving motorsport and engineering manufacturing