Prototype Workshop Technician

Gordon Murray Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading luxury automotive brand in Shalford is seeking a Prototype Technician to manage vehicle assembly and testing of prototypes. The ideal candidate will have an automotive engineering background, experience with super cars, and excellent communication skills. This role offers a competitive base salary and various benefits, including private medical schemes and enhanced pension plans.

Benefits

Competitive Base Salary

Private Medical Scheme

Life Assurance

Holiday Loyalty Bonus Scheme

Enhanced Personal Pension Plan

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay

Cycle to Work Scheme

Salary Sacrifice Car Lease Scheme

Parking Onsite

Qualifications

• Experience in Motorsport or Aerospace is beneficial.
• Capability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and test prototype vehicles and components.
• Liaise with the Design and Engineering departments.
• Report issues related to work activities.

Skills

Automotive Engineering background

Experience with high spec super cars

Understanding technical drawings

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Strong attention to detail

Effective communication skills

Team player

Job description

Overview

The Prototype Technician (Workshop) is responsible for ensuring that vehicle build activities are refined and matured from an engineering and manufacturing perspective, through testing, data acquisition and simulation to enable a smooth transition into successful project delivery and production. This involves the assembly and testing of prototype vehicles and component tests, and the identification and reporting of mechanical build and test faults, working with engineers to resolve problems on a daily basis.

Department Prototype Workshop

Employment Type Permanent

Location Shalford

Workplace type Onsite

Reporting To Simon Porter

Key Responsibilities

• Working with other members of the prototype workshop team and liaising with other areas of the business (in particular the Design and Engineering departments plus the Vehicle Development team).
• Fabrication, machining & welding of components and assembly of composite parts, if applicable to job role.
• Checking, modifying and inspecting of in-house made parts or parts received via a third party supplier.
• Vehicle tear down, part labelling and recording duties.
• Vehicle and sub-system assembly build.
• Regular reporting of issues, faults or concerns in relation to all work activities using a structured approach and recognised procedures.
• Testing of components, vehicle systems and vehicles.
• Contributing to and supporting events and activities that the company may become involved in.
• Develop the role and be a team player, to provide support to the Company and/ or Group Company’s as the Group expands and grows.
• Ensure that technical knowledge and expertise is kept up to date.
• To liaise with the Design and Engineering departments ensuring that the team is supported on testing and development.
• Assist in conducting external component tests, and whole vehicle static, dynamic and passive safety tests.
• To attend internal meetings as required, and in general to contribute to and support Gordon Murray Automotive events, activities and publications.
• To undertake other necessary, reasonable duties and appropriate tasks as requested by a company Director or Head of Prototype Workshop.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Automotive Engineering, Motorsport or Aerospace background.
• Experience of working with high spec super cars.
• Ability to understand technical drawings and take direction from engineers.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Excellent timekeeping with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• The ability to consistently work to the highest standards, with minimal supervision and a strong attention to detail.
• Organised, persuasive, resourceful, flexible, ambitious, self-directing, passion for delivering objectives, comfortable challenging existing processes.
• Clear and effective communication skills with internal and external clients
• Must be a team player.

Benefits

• Competitive Base Salary
• Private Medical Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Holiday Loyalty Bonus Scheme
• Enhanced Personal Pension Plan
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Salary Sacrifice Car Lease Scheme
• Parking Onsite

Gordon Murray Group is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, medical history, race, marital status, genetic information or parental status. We strive to promote a workplace that celebrates diversity and encourages individuals to express their opinions and beliefs.

Please do not hesitate to get in touch should you require any reasonable adjustments to assist with your application.

All applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK.

About Gordon Murray Group

Gordon Murray Group is a UK-based global luxury brand dedicated to creating and manufacturing the world’s greatest driving cars. These ultra-exclusive cars are engineered and designed without compromise to provide unrivalled driving experiences and driver-centric connection.

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