Gearbox Test Technician - Motorsport Dyno Ops

GM Performance Power Units; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Private healthcare

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Annual leave

On-site gym

EV charging

Job summary

GM Performance Power Units is seeking a Gearbox Test Technician to oversee hands-on preparation, operation, and maintenance of transmission test rigs in a high-performance Formula 1 environment. You will work with test engineers and design teams to install, instrument, and test gearbox systems to meet stringent performance targets.

The role requires 2+ years in a hands-on mechanical or test environment, strong assembly/disassembly skills, and proficiency with precision tools and instrumentation.

Qualifications

• Technical diploma, apprenticeship, or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Technology, or Motorsport Engineering.
• 2+ years in a hands-on mechanical or test environment (motorsport preferred).
• Strong mechanical assembly and disassembly skills.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems, components, and precision measurement tools (micrometers, gauges, torque wrenches).
• Basic understanding of instrumentation, data acquisition, hydraulic and lubrication systems.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• High attention to detail and quality workmanship.
• Strong problem-solving ability in a hands-on environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate gearbox and driveline test rigs in accordance with defined test procedures.
• Monitor test parameters including torque, speed, temperature, and pressure.
• Support execution of durability, performance, and validation test programs.
• Identify and escalate abnormal behavior or test issues.
• Build, strip & preparation of gearboxes, sub-systems, and test assemblies.
• Prepare units for testing including cleaning, inspection, and measurement.
• Install and remove components safely and to precise specifications.

Skills

Test rig operation

Mechanical assembly

Engineering drawings

Instrumentation setup

Data recording

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Technical diploma / apprenticeship

Tools

Micrometers

Torque wrenches

Calibration equipment

Data acquisition systems

Job description

GM Performance Power Units is seeking a Gearbox Test Technician to oversee hands-on preparation, operation, and maintenance of transmission test rigs in a high-performance Formula 1 environment. You will work with test engineers and design teams to install, instrument, and test gearbox systems to meet stringent performance targets.

The role requires 2+ years in a hands-on mechanical or test environment, strong assembly/disassembly skills, and proficiency with precision tools and instrumentation.