Lead Formula E Mechanic – Gen 4.0 Era

Lola Cars; Silverstone; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Lola Cars in Silverstone is seeking an experienced Formula E Mechanic to join our dedicated Lola team as we enter Gen 4.0. You will manage preparation, build, inspection and servicing of Lola Formula E race cars for test and race events, ensuring work is safe, precise and upholds the highest standards.

You will lead mechanical preparation under the Chief Mechanic, work with engineers, and support race operations, with travel to events.

Qualifications

• Relevant mechanical, motorsport, or engineering qualification or practical experience.
• Experience in a professional motorsport workshop or team is desirable.
• Experience with high-level motorsport categories is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical preparation, build, inspection, servicing, repair and presentation of Lola Formula E car(s).
• Complete tasks safely and accurately following sheets and instructions from Chief Mechanic.
• Maintain mechanical systems including suspension, steering, brakes, wheels and hydraulics.
• Support garage and pit-lane operations, ensuring readiness for each session.
• Manage car assembly, setup changes, inspections, and repairs between sessions.
• Perform fault-finding and mechanical rectification with clear reporting.
• Control torque checks, inspections and sign-offs with traceable records.
• Support safe integration of high-voltage powertrain systems per procedures.
• Maintain tools, spares, and workshop infrastructure in event-ready condition.
• Assist with packing, transport and preparation for domestic and international events.
• Contribute to reliability and continuous improvement through feedback.
• Maintain build records, fault reports, and component histories as directed.

Skills

Motorsport experience

Mechanical aptitude

High attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Mechanical or Motorsport qualification

Tools

High-voltage safety training

Diagnostic tools

Torque wrenches

Job description

Lola Cars in Silverstone is seeking an experienced Formula E Mechanic to join our dedicated Lola team as we enter Gen 4.0. You will manage preparation, build, inspection and servicing of Lola Formula E race cars for test and race events, ensuring work is safe, precise and upholds the highest standards.

You will lead mechanical preparation under the Chief Mechanic, work with engineers, and support race operations, with travel to events.