High-Performance Vehicle Development Technician

Hernshead Recruitment Ltd; Woking; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Vehicle Development Technician to support a major client. You will be responsible for assembling and maintaining high-performance vehicles and their testing systems. The ideal candidate will possess substantial experience in motorsport vehicle builds, alongside strong skills in vehicle assembly and manufacturing. This role may require travel for development activities across the UK and Europe, ensuring a chance to work on cutting-edge projects.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in motorsport or high-performance vehicle builds.
• Strong background in vehicle assembly and manufacturing.
• Understanding of modern automotive electrical and electronic systems.

Responsibilities

• Build concept, prototype, and production vehicles to high standards.
• Maintain and update vehicles to support development programmes.
• Prepare and operate vehicles for various test and development activities.
• Work closely with design and engineering teams.
• Interpret engineering drawings and schedules.

Skills

Vehicle assembly

Manufacturing processes

Welding

Machining

IT literacy

Understanding automotive electrical systems

Tools

MONaco

CANape

INCA

Microsoft Office

Virtual Car software

Job description

A leading automotive recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Vehicle Development Technician to support a major client. You will be responsible for assembling and maintaining high-performance vehicles and their testing systems. The ideal candidate will possess substantial experience in motorsport vehicle builds, alongside strong skills in vehicle assembly and manufacturing. This role may require travel for development activities across the UK and Europe, ensuring a chance to work on cutting-edge projects.