CNC Machining Technician - Motorsport Precision & Impact

McLaren F1 Team; Woking; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

McLaren Racing is seeking a CNC Machining Technician to join the machine shop team. You will build and pre-set spindle tooling, prepare and operate multi‑axis CNC tools, and support efficient workflows with the metal stores and machining crew.

You will maintain tooling records, perform planned maintenance and contribute to shop-floor safety. The role emphasizes attention to detail, quality control, and readiness of materials and job packs for racing programs.

Qualifications

• Experience operating CNC machine tools within a precision manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of small-batch component manufacture, ideally gained in motorsport, aerospace or a similar industry.
• The ability to read and understand complex engineering drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and practical skills for tasks such as deburring, tapping, component handling and packing.
• Basic Microsoft Word and Excel skills, with the ability to create documents and maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Manage and restock the tooling vending system, building and pre-setting spindle tooling assemblies in line with set-up sheets.
• Prepare and operate multi-axis CNC machine tools, including changing and setting jigs, fixtures and spindle tooling.
• Prepare job packs and raw materials, working with the metal stores and machining team to maintain an efficient workflow.
• Maintain accurate inspection and tooling records, complete planned machine maintenance activities and support high workplace standards.
• Carry out hand finishing, careful handling and packing of metallic and additively manufactured components, while contributing positively to shop-floor safety.

Skills

CNC machining

Engineering drawings

Attention to detail

Quality & safety

MS Office basics

Job description

McLaren Racing is seeking a CNC Machining Technician to join the machine shop team. You will build and pre-set spindle tooling, prepare and operate multi‑axis CNC tools, and support efficient workflows with the metal stores and machining crew.

You will maintain tooling records, perform planned maintenance and contribute to shop-floor safety. The role emphasizes attention to detail, quality control, and readiness of materials and job packs for racing programs.