Carbon Fibre Technician

Apex Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive restoration company near Daventry is looking for a Carbon Fibre Technician. This role involves precision fitting of carbon fibre panels in a luxury automotive environment. Candidates must have proven experience with high-end composites, attention to detail, and the ability to work under tight tolerances. The position offers a fantastic working culture and perks like breakfast rolls and motorsport event discounts.

Benefits

Breakfast rolls on Thursdays

Free parking

On-site coffee machines

Free/discounted tickets to motorsport events

Qualifications

• Proven experience with Carbon Fibre in precision assembly environments.
• A keen eye for detail and a perfectionist's approach to fitment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, quality-focused team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and fit pre-cured carbon fibre panels with precision.
• Carry out dry-fit, shimming, sanding, and adjustments for perfect fitment.
• Apply structural adhesives and install hardware ensuring correct fit.

Skills

Experience with high-end composite materials

Attention to detail

Ability to work to tight tolerances

Tools

Precision measuring equipment

Grinders

Digital gauges

Job description

Carbon Fibre Technician

Join a Team of Automotive Experts! Carbon Fibre Technician desired for a bespoke specialist in vehicle restoration based near Daventry paying £42,500 per annum.

Location: Near Daventry

Contract Basis: Temp to Perm

Pay Rate: £42,500 per annum.

Day Shift

Do you dream of crafting world‑class vehicles and seeing your work shine on some of the most iconic roads in the world?

If so, this is your chance to join a luxury automotive brand celebrated for its bespoke restorations and unmatched attention to detail. At a state‑of‑the‑art facility, you will work with a passionate team of master craftsmen to bring exceptional automotive visions to life. This is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to leave your mark on history as a Carbon Fibre Technician.

About the Role

As a Carbon Fibre Technician, you will be responsible for precision fitting, alignment, and final finishing of prefabricated carbon fibre body panels onto custom‑engineered chassis. Your role is vital in preparing these vehicles for the next stages in their journey—from carbon construction through to the paint department—by ensuring structural accuracy and flawless surfaces.

You will align, bond, install, and fit panels, presenting them to the quality team for final buy‑off, ensuring they meet the highest standards of craftsmanship.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, inspect, and fit pre‑cured carbon fibre panels, ensuring precise alignment, gapping and flushness to standards exceeding OEM.
• Carry out dry‑fit, shimming, sanding, and minor adjustments to achieve perfect bodyline flow and ultra‑tight tolerances.
• Prepare surfaces and apply structural adhesives (including 3M DP490) for bonding panels, reinforcements, and mounting points.
• Install exterior hardware, windows, seals, lights, and trim, ensuring correct fit and minimal stress on composite components.
• Work closely with Paint and Final Assembly teams to support seamless progression through build stages.
• Interpret engineering drawings, build manuals and CAD references to guide accurate panel fitment.
• Operate precision measuring equipment and specialist composite tools such as grinders, sanders, and digital gauges.
• Uphold exceptional attention to detail and quality control, maintaining a methodical approach to demanding fitment tolerances.
• Support problem‑solving during build, identifying fitment issues and applying corrective adjustments where required.

Who we’re looking for

• Proven experience specifically working with high‑end composite materials (Carbon Fibre) in a precision assembly, motorsport, aerospace, or hypercar manufacturing environment.
• A keen eye for detail and a perfectionist’s approach to alignment and finishing.
• The ability to work to tight tolerances within a fast‑paced, quality‑focused team.

Why Join?

Join an inclusive and supportive team as a Carbon Fibre Technician with a fantastic culture, all within a modern, bright, and airy facility:

• Be a part of an inclusive and supportive team who genuinely care about celebrating successes.
• Day Shift – Monday to Friday
• Work in a modern, bright, and airy facility.
• Perks: Enjoy breakfast rolls on Thursdays, free parking, on‑site coffee machines.
• Motorsport Enthusiast? Get the opportunity for free/discounted tickets to motorsport events in the local area.

Hours

Day Shift: Monday to Thursday – and Friday with the opportunity for overtime.

How to Apply

Ready to take on this exciting Carbon Fibre Technician role? Apply now with a copy of your CV. If shortlisted, our team will reach out to you for a detailed discussion. All applications are treated with the utmost confidence.