Sub-Assembly Technician at Cosworth | Northampton | jobs in UK

Cosworth is a specialist engineering company known for developing and manufacturing high-performance engines and advanced powertrain technologies. Its engineering teams work on demanding automotive and motorsport projects, including the Aston Martin Valkyrie, Gordon Murray T.50, Bugatti Tourbillon, and Red Bull RB17.

Role Overview

As a Sub-Assembly Technician with Cosworth, the successful candidate will join the Engine Build department in Northampton, working on the assembly and rebuilding of high-performance engine components.

The role involves inspecting, measuring, dismantling, assembling, and testing engine sub-assemblies in accordance with Cosworth build manuals, processes, and quality standards. The successful candidate will also maintain accurate build records and report faults through the main engine database.

This is an onsite, permanent opportunity suited to a motivated individual with strong manual dexterity, good communication skills, and the ability to work effectively within a team.

Key Responsibilities as Sub-Assembly Technician

• Build engine sub-assemblies according to Cosworth processes and build manuals
• Inspect and measure critical engine components
• Strip and rebuild engine sub-assemblies
• Test engine subcomponents on test rigs and collect relevant data
• Record and maintain accurate build information
• Keep technical and production records up to date
• Report faults and record information in the main engine database
• Follow health and safety procedures and company standards
• Consider the environmental and energy impact of work activities
• Support company policies relating to UK GDPR and data protection
• Undertake additional reasonable duties required to meet departmental and company targets
• Work additional or unsocial hours when required to meet tight deadlines

Skills & Experience Required

• Strong ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Good communication skills
• Highly motivated and reliable approach
• Good manual dexterity
• Flexible approach to changing workloads and deadlines
• Ability to work accurately within engineering processes
• Willingness to work overtime during busy periods when required
• GCSEs and A-levels are acceptable
• Engineering college qualification or equivalent Level 2–3 qualification is desirable

Contract & Working Hours

• Contract: Permanent
• Location: Northampton
• Working arrangement: On-site
• Department: Build & Test
• Salary: Not specified on the current job listing
• Unsocial working hours may occasionally be required at short notice
• Overtime may be required during busy periods

Start Your Career With Cosworth

Joining Cosworth provides an opportunity to contribute to high-performance engine programmes and work alongside experienced engineering and manufacturing teams. The Sub-Assembly Technician will play an important role in building, testing, inspecting, and maintaining engine components to the company’s required standards.

Apply Now for the Sub-Assembly Technician Role

Candidates with strong practical skills, manual dexterity, a team-focused approach, and an interest in engineering can apply for the permanent Sub-Assembly Technician position with Cosworth in Northampton.