ERS Test Technician

Red Bull Racing & Red Bull Technology; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading motorsport team in Milton Keynes is seeking an experienced Test Technician to join their Validation & Testing Group. The role requires testing HV electric motors and operating automated equipment in high-voltage environments. Applicants must have relevant experience and a vocational qualification, along with strong practical skills. Competitive salary and numerous benefits including private healthcare and a bonus scheme are offered.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Private health care cover

Life assurance scheme

Workplace nursery scheme

Company contributed pension scheme

On site gym & fitness classes

Free daily food allowance

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in electric powertrains testing, ideally in motorsport.
• Good practical knowledge of ERS systems (motor, inverter, battery).
• Experience operating automated test equipment in HV environments.
• Strong practical skills with good manual dexterity.
• Being an HV Competent Person is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Installation of HV Units Under Test on advanced test beds.
• Basic instrumentation and data logging of the UUTs.
• Assembling jigs/rigs based on technical drawings.
• Maintaining test dyno & rigs run logs.
• Operating facility and test equipment per work instructions.
• Servicing and repairing test equipment.
• First line analysis and interpretation of test results.
• Identifying faults of the UUTs and reporting issues.

Skills

Testing HV electric motors

Operating automated test equipment

Basic electrics and hydraulics systems

First line analysis and fault identification

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical or Motor Vehicle Engineering

Tools

Test cell instrumentation

Job description

Overview

Red Bull Powertrains are looking for an experienced Test Technician to join the Validation & Testing Group. At our state of the art facility in Milton Keynes, we perform physical testing to prove out the electrical elements of the powertrain systems, covering an extensive range from single components (motor, inverter, battery) to full system with electrified powertrain. Maximising the effect of this group will require a highly dynamic approach and use of advanced test technology, automation tools and the latest testing methodologies to ensure the maximum performance and reliability of the Formula One car during race conditions.

As we move into the next phase we are looking for an Test Technician to join the team. This role requires a dynamic, passionate and highly motivated individual. A strong team player, with proven experience on testing HV electric motors, power electronics and/or batteries, who works well as an individual to constantly deliver under pressure. The successful candidate will be expected to display a consistent high level of energy, flexibility to undertake working shifts and pro-activity to assist Red Bull Powertrains & Red Bull Technology achieve its business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Installation of HV Units Under Test (UUTs) on advanced test beds of varying types
• Basic instrumentation and data logging of the UUT’s
• Assembling and commissioning jigs/rigs based on technical drawings to support the UUTs tests
• Responsible for maintaining test dyno & rigs run logs and for facility breakdown reporting
• Operating facility and test equipment in line with work instructions and pre-determined procedures
• Regular servicing and repairs of test equipment and support these activities on UUT’s where required
• First line analysis and interpretation of test results
• First line fault identification of the UUT’s and /or test rigs, reporting issues appropriately

To be successful in this Test Technician vacancy you will need

• You will have relevant experience in the field of electric powertrains and/or their components testing, ideally but not exclusive with top class racing background.
• Can demonstrate a good practical knowledge in the area of ERS systems (motor, inverter, battery), ideally but not exclusive within a motorsport environment, as well as basic electrics and hydraulics systems skillset within motorsport.
• An apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 vocational qualification or higher in Mechanical or Motor Vehicle Engineering and relevant technical experience
• Experience of operating modern automated test equipment in High-Voltage (HV) Environments
• A good understanding of motor vehicle technology and knowledge of F1 powertrain architecture
• Strong practical skills with good manual dexterity
• Experience of using test cell instrumentation, measurement and CAN communication devices
• Being an HV Competent Person is desirable

*We have early/ late shift and 4 on, 3 off shifts available*

Not only is this a fantastic Test Technician role, but it is also a fantastic team to work with here at Red Bull Powertrains. A good salary is just the start, there are many other benefits too such as our bonus scheme, private health care cover, life assurance scheme, workplace nursery scheme, company contributed pension scheme, on site gym & fitness classes, free daily food allowance, and a cycle to work scheme; but above all, the job satisfaction doesn’t get any better than the feeling of making a real contribution to our championship winning grand prix cars.