ERS Quality Inspector

Paddock; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

On-site gym

Free daily food allowance

Job summary

Red Bull Powertrains in Milton Keynes is seeking an experienced Quality Inspector to assure the quality of Energy Recovery System components for our 2026 Formula One program. You will perform dimensional and visual inspections on high-precision electrical and mechanical assemblies and raise non-conformance reports where needed.

Ideal candidates will have hands-on inspection experience in automotive, motorsport, aerospace or precision engineering environments and be proficient with GD&T and IPC

Qualifications

• Experience in a quality inspection role within automotive, motorsport, aerospace or precision engineering.
• Hands-on inspection of high-precision electrical and mechanical components.
• Knowledge of GD&T and IPC standards is essential.

Responsibilities

• Identify non-conforming components and document inspection findings.
• Record inspection data accurately in business systems.
• Raise detailed non-conformance reports for defects.
• Calibrate and verify inspection equipment daily.
• Inspect Energy Recovery System components to drawings and specs.
• Apply GD&T knowledge to inspections.
• Ensure IPC 600/610 and J standards compliance.

Skills

GD&T

Inspection

Non-conformance reporting

Calibration

IPC 600/610

Electrical components

Mechanical assemblies

Tools

Inspection equipment

Job description

# ERS Quality InspectorRed Bull PowertrainsMilton Keynes, United KingdomPosted 6 Oct 2026## About this roleRed Bull Powertrains have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Quality Inspector to join our team as we progress through our first-ever racing season with a fully Red Bull designed power unit. In this role, you will play a critical part in assuring the quality of cutting-edge Energy Recovery System (ERS) components that are fundamental to the performance, efficiency and reliability of our 2026 Formula One power unit. Working with highly complex electrical and mechanical assemblies, your expertise will help ensure that every component meets the exacting standards required to compete at the very front of Formula One. As part of our ambitious journey, you will contribute directly to the delivery of world-class energy recovery technology, supporting innovation, precision and performance at every stage of development and production.Shift: – Mon-Fri 14:00 - 22:30You will carry out dimensional and visual inspection activities for the supply of Energy Recovery components. This challenging position requires effective teamwork, clear communication, initiative, sound judgement, the ability to maintain production efficiency, and most importantly, an unwavering commitment to quality and continuous improvement.To be successful, you will have previous experience within a similar quality inspection role, ideally within Automotive, Motorsport, Aerospace, Electronics Manufacturing or precision engineering environments. Hands-on experience inspecting complex, high-precision components and assemblies, particularly those associated with electric motors, power electronics, battery systems, CMU’S ,PCA’S PCB’S, would be highly advantageous.Main Responsibilities• Identify non-conforming components, complete inspection reports and provide accurate information to enable effective decision-making.• Ensure all inspection data is accurate, reliable and correctly recorded within business systems.• Raise detailed non-conformance reports to capture any dimensional, visual or assembly-related defects.• Carry out daily calibration and verification of inspection equipment.• Inspect complex Energy Recovery System components and assemblies to ensure compliance with engineering drawings, specifications and quality standards.• Extensive knowledge of GD&T• Fully conversant to IPC 600 / 610 & J standardsAt Red Bull Powertrains, we believe that success isn’t just about speed, it’s about the team behind the victory. We trust, support, and challenge each other, always pushing for better. We take our work seriously, but not ourselves, knowing that the best results come when we enjoy the journey together. We offer a competitive salary, plus:• Bonus scheme• Private healthcare• A pension scheme• On-site gym• Free daily food allowance• And many more!You will be joining a team that’s as ambitious as it is supportive. If you want to be part of something special, apply now and help shape F1 history.