ERS Test Technician (12 months fixed term contract)

For many fans of Formula One, the sport exists between lights and chequered flag on a Sunday afternoon. It begins and ends with the exploits of the drivers on the track. But this is merely the tip of the spear. The reality of modern F1 is that of a complex and intertwined operation, every part of which needs to perform near its limit if success is to be achieved. From the pit crew searching for the ultimate repeatable pit stop, to the inspiration of the designers, the application of engineers and the herculean efforts of an army of fabricators and machinists. Much of our success is thanks to the diversity of thought and spectrum of skill sets held within the team, our ability to recognise unique contributions from individual team members is just a part of why we love what we do.

Job Description

Red Bull Powertrains are looking for an experienced ERS Test Technician to join the Validation & Testing Group, to perform physical testing and maintenance to our ERS battery packs. 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 HV battery packs handling and testing 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 and removal of HV battery packs in advanced test beds of varying types
• Maintenance of HV battery packs
• 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
• Basic instrumentation and data logging of the Units Under Test (UUT’s)
• 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:

• Relevant experience in the field of state-of-the-art HV battery testing, ideally with top class racing background.
• Demonstrated practical knowledge in the area of ERS systems, 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

This role is being initially offered on a 12 month fixed term contract.

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.