Quality Control NDT Technician

Atlassian Williams Racing; Grove; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Formula 1 team in the UK is seeking an experienced NDT Technician to evaluate parts using non-destructive techniques and ensure compliance to quality standards. Responsibilities include inspection of components using various NDT processes, maintaining high safety standards, and supporting team activities. The ideal candidate will have NDT experience with carbon-fibre composites and possess a PCN level 2 Aero qualification or equivalent. Competitive benefits in a dynamic environment are offered.

Benefits

Equal opportunity employer

Diversity and inclusion

Potential job adjustments

Qualifications

• NDT experience with various materials including carbon-fibre composites.
• Ability to independently assess part quality.
• Experience with multiple NDT methods.

Responsibilities

• Verify all parts are inspected to required standards.
• Perform routine and complex NDT processes.
• Calibrate NDT equipment as necessary.

Skills

Skilled use of NDT and dimensional metrology tools

Effective communication skills

Excellent attention to detail

Self-motivated and organized

Education

PCN level 2 Aero or equivalent in Ultrasound, Eddy Current, Magnetic Particle and Dye Penetrant Inspection

Tools

NDT equipment

Job description

Role Purpose (Job Profile):

The day-to-day tasks of an NDT Technician. Evaluating parts, using non-destructive techniques, for conformance to specification. And, as required, performing other metrology or analysis tasks for parts within the company.

Main Duties:

• Verification that all parts passing through the department are examined to the required quality standards.
• Routine and complex NDT processes using a variety of methods and on a variety of materials.
• Maintaining training material and method sheets.
• In conjunction with the Inspection Team Leader, ensure that parts are inspected and moved on during the correct time periods.
• NDT equipment calibration and maintenance as required.
• Communication of pertinent information to designers, manufacturers and other inspectors as required.
• Communication of process and product improvements.
• Industry standard required safety and quality standards.
• Maintain adherence to priorities and escalate appropriately any challenges.
• Opportunities to support race team activities and events.

Key Accountabilities:

• Understand and work in line with Williams Values & Behaviours, encouraging others to do the same.
• Ensure understanding of and compliance with health and safety obligations.
• Maintain personal high standards of behaviour and conduct, being a positive ambassador for the department.
• Ensure you adhere to brand rules and maintain high standards of department presentation.
• Work to quality standards and identify and contribute ways to continuously improve department and personal performance.
• Ensure understanding of cost cap rules and requirements.

Core Competencies:

• Skilled use of NDT and dimensional metrology tools (advantages) and methods.
• Self-motivated to work independently at a sustainable pace.
• Confidence to draw meaningful conclusions on part quality independently.
• Independent and self‑motivated with good organisational skills.
• Effective communication skills with management, peers and other stake holders.
• Excellent attention to detail with good numeracy and literacy skills.

Qualifications and Experience Level:

• NDT experience of components and parts manufactured in a variety of materials including carbon‑fibre composites and metals.
• Minimum PCN level 2 Aero or equivalent in:
• Ultrasound Inspection (UT) with experience inspecting carbon fibre components,
• Eddy Current (ET) Inspection,
• Magnetic Particle Inspection (MT).
• Dye Penetrant Inspection (PT).

Company Description

For almost 50 years, Williams Racing has been at the forefront of one of the fastest sports on the planet, being one of the top three most successful teams in history competing in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship. With an almost unrivalled heritage of engineering and racing F1 cars and unforgettable eras that demonstrate it is a force to be reckoned with, the British squad boasts 16 F1 World Championship titles to its name.

Since its foundation in 1977 by the eminent, late Sir Frank Williams and engineering pioneer Sir Patrick Head, the team has won nine Constructors’ Championships, in association with Cosworth, Honda and Renault. Its roll call of drivers is legendary, with its seven Drivers’ Championship trophies being lifted by true icons of the sport: Alan Jones, Keke Rosberg, Nelson Piquet, Nigel Mansell, Alain Prost, Damon Hill and Jacques Villeneuve. The team has made history before and is out to make it again with a long‑term mission to evolve and return to the front of the grid.

Additional Information

Atlassian Williams Racing is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments.