Electrical Engineer

Job Title: Electrical Technician

Location: Silverstone, Northamptonshire

Contract: Full-Time

Reporting To: Build Manager

Salary: £35,000 to £45,000 (dependent on experience)

Overview:

We are seeking an Electrical Technician to join a dynamic and ambitious high-performance engineering team involved in motorsport and track-based projects. The role is suited to someone with a proactive approach, strong problem-solving skills, and a passion for the engineering process. This individual will contribute to a wide range of challenging projects that require initiative and technical expertise.

Key Responsibilities:

Engineering and Technical Tasks:

• Take ownership of in-house electrical builds and commissioning.
• Work on complete vehicle electrical systems, including commissioning and fault diagnostics.
• Collaborate on the integration of electrical systems with mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components.
• Manage electrical commissioning as part of wider engineering projects.
• Liaise with Tier 1 suppliers and customers.
• Support the creation and management of Bills of Materials (BOM).
• Ensure electrical designs meet project budgets and timelines.

Project Coordination and Management:

• Manage and plan individual tasks and team projects to meet deadlines and budget constraints.
• Assist with project delivery, including preparing specifications, conducting design reviews, and managing customer expectations.
• Actively engage with internal teams, suppliers, and clients to deliver high-quality outcomes.

Customer and Supplier Relationships:

• Build and maintain effective communication with clients and suppliers.
• Participate in project reviews, ensuring smooth delivery and alignment with customer requirements.

Skills and Experience Required:

Essential Skills:

• Minimum of 6 years’ experience with vehicle electrical systems (Formula Student experience not applicable).
• Hands-on electrical assembly experience.
• Familiarity with motorsport/automotive data acquisition systems.
• Proven experience in electrical fault diagnostics and resolution.
• Knowledge of vehicle control interfaces and build processes.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications and technical documentation.
• Strong analytical skills and an ability to approach problems from first principles.
• Experience working with drawing office and build procedures.

Desirable Skills:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent), HND in Mechanical Engineering, or comparable experience.
• Client-facing experience with strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prepare and deliver specifications within budget constraints.

Person Specification:

The successful candidate will be:

• Self-motivated and detail-oriented.
• A creative problem-solver with strong lateral thinking skills.
• Committed to delivering high-quality work and meeting customer requirements.
• Tenacious in meeting deadlines and adaptable to changing project needs.
• Comfortable working independently and within a team environment.
• Organized with excellent record-keeping and precision in their work.
• Flexible, with the ability to work under pressure and adapt to non-standard working hours or travel as required.

Additional Information:

• This role may require travel within the UK or internationally and the ability to work off-site for periods of time.
• While this document outlines the main duties of the position, other responsibilities of a similar nature may be assigned as needed.

Career Development:

As a growing business, we offer opportunities for professional growth to individuals who demonstrate technical skill, initiative, and a positive attitude.