Quality Inspector – ERS

Formula Careers; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Private healthcare

A pension scheme

On‑site gym

Free daily food allowance

Job summary

Red Bull Powertrains is seeking an experienced Quality Inspector in Milton Keynes to join our team during an exciting era of energy recovery systems for Formula One. You will perform dimensional and visual inspections on high‑precision ERS components, uphold quality standards and support continuous improvement across production and development.

The ideal candidate has hands‑on experience in automotive, motorsport or precision engineering inspection, with knowledge of GD&T and IPC standards.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience inspecting complex, high-precision components and assemblies
• Excellent attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills
• Good communication and teamwork

Responsibilities

• Identify non-conforming components, complete inspection reports and provide accurate information to enable effective decision‑making
• Ensure all inspection data is accurate, reliable and correctly recorded within business systems
• Raise detailed non-conformance reports to capture any dimensional, visual or assembly‑related defects
• Carry out daily calibration and verification of inspection equipment
• Inspect complex Energy Recovery System components and assemblies to ensure compliance with engineering drawings, specifications and quality standards
• Extensive knowledge of GD&T
• Fully conversant to IPC 600 / 610 & J standards

Job description

Red Bull Powertrains have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Quality Inspector to join our team as we progress through our first-ever racing season with a fully Red Bull designed power unit. In this role, you will play a critical part in assuring the quality of cutting‑edge Energy Recovery System (ERS) components that are fundamental to the performance, efficiency and reliability of our 2026 Formula One power unit. Working with highly complex electrical and mechanical assemblies, your expertise will help ensure that every component meets the exacting standards required to compete at the very front of Formula One. As part of our ambitious journey, you will contribute directly to the delivery of world‑class energy recovery technology, supporting innovation, precision and performance at every stage of development and production.

Shift: – Mon-Fri 14:00 – 22:30

You will carry out dimensional and visual inspection activities for the supply of Energy Recovery components. This challenging position requires effective teamwork, clear communication, initiative, sound judgement, the ability to maintain production efficiency, and most importantly, an unwavering commitment to quality and continuous improvement.

To be successful, you will have previous experience within a similar quality inspection role, ideally within Automotive, Motorsport, Aerospace, Electronics Manufacturing or precision engineering environments. Hands‑on experience inspecting complex, high‑precision components and assemblies, particularly those associated with electric motors, power electronics, battery systems, CMU’S ,PCA’S PCB’S, would be highly advantageous.

Main Responsibilities

• Identify non‑conforming components, complete inspection reports and provide accurate information to enable effective decision‑making.
• Ensure all inspection data is accurate, reliable and correctly recorded within business systems.
• Raise detailed non‑conformance reports to capture any dimensional, visual or assembly‑related defects.
• Carry out daily calibration and verification of inspection equipment.
• Inspect complex Energy Recovery System components and assemblies to ensure compliance with engineering drawings, specifications and quality standards.
• Extensive knowledge of GD&T
• Fully conversant to IPC 600 / 610 & J standards

At Red Bull Powertrains, we believe that success isn’t just about speed, it’s about the team behind the victory. We trust, support, and challenge each other, always pushing for better. We take our work seriously, but not ourselves, knowing that the best results come when we enjoy the journey together. We offer a competitive salary, plus:

• Bonus scheme
• Private healthcare
• A pension scheme
• On‑site gym
• Free daily food allowance
• And many more!

You will be joining a team that’s as ambitious as it is supportive.