Ultimate Series Vehicle Technician

McLaren Automotive Ltd; Woking; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturer in Woking seeks a skilled Vehicle Technician. The role involves assembling vehicles, maintaining high quality standards, and supporting new model launches. Ideal candidates should have a diploma in Light Vehicle maintenance and experience in production launch. Join a dynamic team committed to innovation and excellence in automotive performance. Enjoy a fast-paced working environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum education level in Light Vehicle maintenance or Electric/Hybrid Vehicle System.
• Experience in vehicle production launch.
• Proficiency in quality measurement systems.

Responsibilities

• Follow detailed work instructions for constructing and assembling vehicles.
• Maintain quality standards during operations.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Support the launch of new vehicle models into production.

Skills

Vehicle production launch experience

Quality measurement systems

Working to demanding time schedules

Prototype build activity

Education

Level 2/3 Diploma in Light Vehicle maintenance and/or Electric/Hybrid Vehicle System repair

Job description

What to Expect

We're seeking a skilled and motivated Vehicle Technician to play a key role in launching new models into production. You'll work closely with the Launch team to ensure a smooth transition, meeting all quality, cost and volume targets. In addition to building Ultimate Series vehicle to required production volumes, you'll support wider business needs as required in a fast‑paced, high performance environment.

Working pattern

5:30am - 2:15pm Monday to Friday

What You'll Do

• Understand and follow detailed work instructions relating to the construction, painting or assembling of vehicles.
• Ensure that all station operations on each vehicle are completed to the required quality standard.
• Ensure that all operations are completed to the required timescale.
• Work as part of a team on the definition and solution of problems that may be affecting the quality, cost or productivity of the vehicles being produced.
• Attend the workplace on a regular and timely basis, informing the Team leader of any lateness or unplanned absence in a timely manner.
• Ensure the work area is clean, tidy and orderly at all times in line with brand expectations.
• Maintain a safe working environment for yourself and other team members, participating in safety activities as requested.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities as requested.
• Provide first hand support in the development and launch into production of future McLaren Automotive vehicle platforms and variants.
• Provide first hand support with the development of vehicle assembly processes for all assembly disciplines.
• Provide first hand support with the development and specification of bespoke assembly tool and fixture equipment.
• Provide first hand support with the identification and specification of generic hand tool requirements for both prototype and production build phases.
• Provide first hand support with the generation of vehicle build concerns, documentation of and relevant root cause analysis.
• Provide first hand support with the assembly of prototype vehicles during the relevant prototype and development build phase.
• Provide first hand support for vehicle / variant launch into production.
• Provide first hand support with the training of new build technicians to enable smooth transition into series manufacture.
• Clearly understand and adhere to McLaren brand values.
• As and when business determines, provide series production support during periods of absence / peak holiday.

What You'll Bring

• Minimum Level 2/3 Diploma in Light Vehicle maintenance and/or Electric/Hybrid Vehicle System repair and replacement.
• Prototype build activity.
• Vehicle production launch experience.
• Build concern reporting.
• Quality measurement systems, could include Faro arm usage.
• Working to demanding time schedules.
• Process and product maturation.

Who Are We?

No restraints. No limitations. We don't simply push boundaries. We completely rethink them. McLaren Automotive exists to create breath‑taking performance road cars. It takes a community to do what we do. A diverse group of people with many areas of expertise, united by their passion to deliver visionary products and set new benchmarks.

McLaren Automotive commits to equal opportunity for all. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion is at the heart of our impact, it drives our innovation and enables us to truly create something special. Join us on our journey.