Race Car Build Technician

Motorsport Hackers; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Kent seeks a Race Car Build Technician to assist in building and developing a high-performance two-seater race car. The role involves maintenance, setup, and providing trackside support, targeting a competitive racing season. Ideal candidates will exhibit strong motorsport experience and meticulous attention to detail, working independently and proactively in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of motorsport experience required.
• Basic fabrication and machining skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• General maintenance of development vehicles.
• Full build and preparation of the car.
• Supervise and execute car setup and adjustments.

Skills

Motorsport experience

Basic fabrication skills

Machining skills

Job description

Race Car Build Technician

RT Quaife Engineering Ltd is a well-established engineering company based in Kent, with over 50 years of experience. We specialise in providing powertrain solutions to the motorsport industry, controlling the entire process from design to manufacture in-house. Our modern facilities are equipped with state-of-the-art equipment to ensure we remain at the forefront of our field.

Our new project aims to build one of the fastest two-seater cars in the world. Designed over the past three years with meticulous in-house development, every component has been carefully engineered for optimal performance and weight reduction, including custom parts such as the chassis, uprights, gearbox, engine, wheels, and more.

The car will initially compete in the UK Time Attack, a less regulated championship allowing for innovative design and development.

The basic specifications include:

• Engine: Bespoke Twin Turbo Hartly V8 with over 900bhp
• Electronics: Full Motec control with multiple sensors
• Transmission: 6-speed paddleshift Quaife transaxle
• Suspension: Multimatic 5-way adjustable dampers
• Brakes: Full carbon/carbon bespoke from Brembo
• Body: 15CDV6 tubular chassis with full carbon body and crash boxes
• Uprights: Full billet aluminium with ceramic bearings
• Aero: Over 3000kgs of downforce
• Wheels: Custom OZ Racing

We aim to showcase our capabilities beyond traditional markets, with the potential to participate in international events.

The car will be built in a new facility dedicated to this project. The successful candidate will leverage their experience to assist in building and developing the vehicle.

Role Responsibilities:

• General maintenance of development vehicles
• Full build and preparation of the car
• Removal and installation of gearboxes
• Supervise and execute car setup and adjustments
• Collaborate with engineers on setup changes
• Provide trackside support
• Maintain records of all car parts for each event

Capabilities Required:

• Minimum 10 years of motorsport experience
• Basic fabrication and machining skills preferred

Personal Attributes:

• Ability to work independently under strict deadlines
• Proactive with a 'can do' attitude
• Complete tasks within set timeframes

High standards of quality and attention to detail are essential. Flexibility in duties is expected as per company needs.

Location: Sevenoaks, Kent, United Kingdom

Some weekend work is required during the motorsport season. Salary is negotiable based on experience.