F1 Powertrain Pre-Rig Technician

Red Bull Technology Group; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

On-site gym

Free daily food

Job summary

Red Bull Powertrains in Milton Keynes is seeking a Pre-Rig Technician with hands-on power unit testing skills. You will perform pre-rig and de-rig of UUTs, assist with instrumentation, and build dyno assemblies to support R&D for F1 powertrain systems.

You'll bring practical experience in Power Units, basic electrics and hydraulics, and ideally experience in motorsport testing. The role includes shift patterns and potential travel for events, on a 12-month fixed-term contract with a competitive

Qualifications

• Relevant experience of engine component and full Power Unit testing, ideally within motorsport.
• Hands-on experience with Power Units, plus basic electrics and hydraulics.
• Good understanding of motor vehicle technology and F1 powertrain architecture.
• Experience with pre-rigging of modern F1 Power Units preferred but not essential.
• Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 vocational qualification in Mechanical/Motor Vehicle Engineering preferable.
• Computer literate with Microsoft Office; target-driven and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Carry out pre-rig and de-rig of UUTs to and from the dyno.
• Assist installation/removal of UUTs from test bed; update instrumentation and systems.
• Build up dyno and pre-rig assemblies as required.
• Maintain effective communication with engine build, engine strip and engineering.
• Contribute to long-term development and efficiency of the pre-rig area.
• Provide flexible hours including shift patterns and travel to support events.

Skills

Power unit testing

Engine testing

F1 powertrain knowledge

Electrical basics

Hydraulic basics

MS Office

Education

NVQ Level 3 or higher in Mechanical/Automotive

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Red Bull Powertrains in Milton Keynes is seeking a Pre-Rig Technician with hands-on power unit testing skills. You will perform pre-rig and de-rig of UUTs, assist with instrumentation, and build dyno assemblies to support R&D for F1 powertrain systems.

You'll bring practical experience in Power Units, basic electrics and hydraulics, and ideally experience in motorsport testing. The role includes shift patterns and potential travel for events, on a 12-month fixed-term contract with a competitive