Build Technician

Apex Recruitment - Leamington Spa; Woking; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive recruitment agency is seeking a Build Technician for a prestigious brand based in Woking. In this role, you will assemble and maintain high-performance vehicles and rigs, engaging closely with design and engineering teams. Ideal candidates should have extensive experience in performance vehicle builds, knowledge of electrical systems, and strong IT skills. This position requires a full clean driving license and offers a varied work environment with occasional travel for testing.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in assembling and operating high-performance vehicles.
• Desirable skills in welding, machining, and fabrication.
• Familiarity with automotive electronic systems for diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and maintain vehicles and test rigs to high standards.
• Prepare vehicles for testing across various locations.
• Collaborate with design and engineering teams to meet specifications.

Skills

Extensive experience in motorsport or high-performance vehicle builds

Welding, machining, and fabrication skills

Knowledge of modern automotive electrical systems

Familiarity with diagnostic platforms

IT proficiency in Microsoft Office

Job description

Build Technician

Location: Woking
Shift: Monday to Friday – 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM
Contract
Occasional Travel Required.

Build Technician required to join a Global OEM of luxury performance vehicles based in Woking on an ongoing contract basis.

Our client is an automotive luxury brand with a global reputation for producing high-performance vehicles. Working with some of the most iconic designs, they push the boundaries of automotive engineering and innovation.

The Build Technician will play a key role in assembling, maintaining, and preparing development vehicles and test rigs for multi-project programmes. This role will involve supporting testing and development activities across various locations, including industry proving grounds and racing circuits.

Role of the Build Technician:

• Build concept, mule, prototype, and production-level vehicles and simulation rigs to the highest standards using specified processes.
• Maintain and update vehicles and rigs to support ongoing development programmes.
• Prepare and operate vehicles for test and development activities at multiple locations, including off‑site UK, European, and occasional worldwide testing.
• Work closely with design and engineering teams to establish and achieve specifications and targets.
• Interpret engineering drawings and instrumentation schedules to ensure accurate builds, modifications, and updates.
• Ensure the workshop and equipment are maintained to a high standard.
• Subject to meeting internal driving standards, operate high-value, high-performance vehicles in workshop, road, and testing environments.

Experience of the Build Technician:

• Extensive experience in motorsport, prototype, low-volume, or high-performance vehicle builds, including manufacturing, assembly, and operation.
• Welding, machining, and fabrication skills are desirable.
• Knowledge of modern automotive electrical and electronic systems, with the ability to diagnose and repair faults, would be advantageous.
• Familiarity with diagnostic platforms such as MONaco, CANape, and INCA is desirable.
• Full clean driving licence and valid passport.
• IT proficiency in various software packages, including Microsoft Office Suite and Virtual Car.

Please note, this role is deemed inside of IR35. The Umbrella Pay Rate offered is inclusive of the Assignment pay rate, holiday pay and Apex Recruitments contribution towards Employer Costs.

To show your interest in this role, please Apply Now with a copy of your CV. If successfully shortlisted, a member of our team will contact you to discuss the role in more detail. All applications are treated in the strictest confidence.