Test Technician

Red Bull Racing & Red Bull Technology; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading motorsport engineering company in Milton Keynes is seeking an experienced ERS Test Technician to join their Validation & Testing Group. The role involves installation, data logging, and fault identification of electric powertrain systems. Candidates should have a background in motorsport with practical skills in test equipment operation. The position offers a competitive salary, bonus scheme, and various benefits, including private health care and a workplace nursery scheme.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Private health care

Life assurance scheme

On site gym

Free daily food allowance

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in electric powertrains testing.
• Good practical knowledge in ERS systems (motor, inverter, battery).
• Experience in operating modern automated test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Installation of ERS and their components on test beds.
• Data logging of the Units Under Test.
• First line analysis and interpretation of test results.

Skills

Experience with electric powertrains

Basic electrics and hydraulics systems skills

Practical test equipment operation

Fault identification skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical or Motor Vehicle Engineering

Tools

Test cell instrumentation

CAN communication devices

Job description

Red Bull Powertrains are looking for An experienced ERS Test Technician to join the Validation & Testing Group. At our state of the art facility in Milton Keynes, we perform physical testing to prove out Powertrain systems, covering an extensive range from single components to full vehicle with electrified powertrain.

Maximising the effect of this group will require a highly dynamic approach and use of advanced test technology, automation tools and the latest testing methodologies to ensure the maximum performance and reliability of the Formula One car during race conditions.

As we move into the next phase we are looking for ERS Test Technician to join the team. This role requires a dynamic, passionate and highly motivated individual. A strong team player, with strong electric machines, power/electronics and/or batteries validation experience, who works well as an individual to constantly deliver under pressure. The successful candidate will be expected to display a consistent high level of energy and pro-activity to assist Red Bull Powertrains & Red Bull Technology achieve its business objectives.

Key accountabilities of this ERS Test Technician vacancy are:

• Installation of ERS and their components on advanced test beds of varying types
• Basic instrumentation and data logging of the Units Under Test (UUT’s)
• Responsible for maintaining test dyno & rigs run logs and for facility breakdown reporting
• Operating facility and test equipment in line with work instructions and pre-determined procedures
• Regular servicing and repairs of test equipment and support these activities on UUT’s where required
• First line analysis and interpretation of test results
• First line fault identification of the UUT’s and /or test rigs, reporting issues appropriately

To be successful in this ERS Test Technician vacancy you will need:

• You will have relevant experience in the field of state-of-the-art electric powertrains and/or their components testing, ideally with top class racing background.
• Can demonstrate a good practical knowledge in the area of ERS systems (motor, inverter, battery), ideally within a motorsport environment, as well as basic electrics and hydraulics systems skillset within motorsport.
• An apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 vocational qualification or higher in Mechanical or Motor Vehicle Engineering and relevant technical experience
• Experience of operating modern automated test equipment in High-Voltage (HV) Environments
• A good understanding of motor vehicle technology and knowledge of F1 powertrain architecture
• Strong practical skills with good manual dexterity
• Experience of using test cell instrumentation, measurement and CAN communication devices
• Being an HV Competent Person is desirable

We have early/ late shift and 4 on, 3 off shifts available

Not only is this a fantastic ERS Test Technician role, but it is also a fantastic team to work with here at Red Bull Powertrains. A good salary is just the start, there are many other benefits too such as our bonus scheme, private health care cover, life assurance scheme, workplace nursery scheme, company contributed pension scheme, on site gym & fitness classes, free daily food allowance, and a cycle to work scheme; but above all, the job satisfaction doesn’t get any better than the feeling of making a real contribution to our championship winning grand prix cars.