Specialized Technician for High-Performance Sports and Race Vehicles

JR United Kingdom; Leicester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Specialized Technician for High-Performance Sports and Race Vehicles. This full-time role, based in Sint-Truiden, Belgium, involves innovative work in racing and autonomous vehicle technology, requiring travel across Europe. Candidates should have mechanical expertise, motorsport experience, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a professional racing environment.
• Basic understanding of advanced electronic systems.
• Strong team player with good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead setup and maintenance of autonomous race cars.
• Manage vehicle operations during live sessions.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Mechanical Mastery

Electronics Competency

Motorsport Experience

Adaptable Mindset

Collaborative Spirit

Education

Diploma in automotive or mechanical engineering

Job description

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Specialized Technician for High-Performance Sports and Race Vehicles, Leicester

Client: AIDOPTATION

Location:

Sint-Truiden, Belgium (with international travel)

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

1

Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

About the Role:

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Specialized Technician to join our team. This full-time role is ideal for a hands-on individual who thrives in racing and autonomous vehicle technology. Your expertise will impact our performance and innovation in autonomous motorsports.

The position is based in Sint-Truiden, Belgium, with frequent international travel to support testing and racing events. Flexibility, including occasional evenings and weekends, is required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Vehicle Management: Lead setup, maintenance, and track-side operations of autonomous race cars and high-performance electric vehicles.
• Mechanical Excellence: Perform mechanical maintenance, disassembly, inspection, optimization, and reassembly to ensure safety and peak performance.

Dynamic Track Operations: Manage vehicle operations during live sessions, including pit stops and real-time adjustments.

Logistics Coordination: Oversee vehicle transport logistics across Europe and internationally, collaborating with the Technical Director.

Workshop Leadership: Maintain an organized and efficient workshop environment for vehicle prep and maintenance.

Safety Stewardship: Ensure compliance with safety regulations, flag protocols, and emergency procedures.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Mechanical Mastery: Knowledge of high-performance vehicle systems, suspension tuning, tire management, and performance optimization.

Electronics Competency: Basic understanding of advanced electronic systems like steer-by-wire and brake-by-wire, with experience in MoTeC systems.

Motorsport Experience: At least 3 years in a professional racing environment, demonstrating capability and understanding of motorsport dynamics.

Technical Qualification: Diploma or certification in automotive or mechanical engineering or related field.

Adaptable Mindset: Interest in autonomous driving tech and eagerness to innovate in sportscar and racing environments.

Collaborative Spirit: Strong team player with good communication skills, ready to solve complex challenges collaboratively.

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If you are driven by innovation, speed, and shaping autonomous racing's future, join the AIDOPTATION team!