Motor Sport Vehicle Technician (Electrical and Mechanical)

Motor Sport Vehicle Technician (Electrical and Mechanical)

Full-Time 37000 - 40000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Restore and upgrade iconic 70s and 80s cars like Ferraris and Peugeots.
  • Company: Specialist motorsport engineering company with a passion for classic vehicles.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, collaborative environment, and opportunities to work on legendary cars.
  • Other info: Dynamic workplace with a focus on quality and craftsmanship.
  • Why this job: Join a dedicated team and make a real impact on classic automotive restoration.
  • Qualifications: Experience in automotive or motorsport engineering, strong problem-solving skills.

The predicted salary is between 37000 - 40000 £ per year.

We are looking to hire Restoration Motorsport Technicians (Electrical and automotive) who are happy to work on old school 70's and 80s cars! Get in touch if you want to work on the Peugeot T16, Renault 5 Turbo 2, RS200 and Ferrari 488!

Sector: Motorsport & Classic Automotive Engineering

We Are hiring:

  • 1x Electrical Automotive electrician
  • 1x Motor Sport Senior technician

Located in: Marton, Warwickshire | Motorsport & Classic Automotive Engineering

Make exceptional engineering every day. We’re a specialist engineering company known for meticulous restorations and sympathetic upgrades. From Group B legends to carefully reimagined classics, our workshop pairs bespoke craftsmanship with cutting-edge motorsport standards to deliver cars that look and perform far better than you remember from period.

This is a role for someone who’s spent most of their life doing this and still loves it. Due to growing demand, we’re recruiting for two positions:

1. Senior Motorsport Technician (Electrical)

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 (approx.)

The opportunity: Take a lead role across our vehicle builds identifying and solving problems, and ensuring every customer is satisfied through a genuine focus on quality. You’ll set the standard, so every vehicle leaves us better than it arrived.

What you’ll do:

  • Lead assembly, upgrade and restoration work on high-value road and competition cars, ensuring OE-plus fit and finish throughout
  • Own complex diagnosis and rectification across chassis, powertrain and electrical systems
  • Specify processes and QA checks, sign off on critical stages, road-test and document every stage to keep customers fully informed
  • Guide loom routing, terminations and motorsport-grade electrical best practice
  • Collaborate with engine build, fabrication and paint partners as needed
  • Coach junior colleagues and apprentices, helping them adopt our methods and attention to detail
  • Contribute to continuous improvement in tooling, workflows and H&S procedures

What you’ll bring:

  • Extensive hands-on experience as a senior-level technician in classic, motorsport or specialist vehicle engineering
  • Mastery across mechanical systems, wiring and diagnostics, with the confidence to own complex faults end-to-end
  • A proven track record of leading builds to exacting standards against an agreed timing plan
  • Clear, concise documentation skills and strong communication with the team and clients
  • Experience with period performance vehicles and restomod projects is desirable

2. Automotive Electrician

Salary: £42,000 - £50,000, dependent on skills

The opportunity: Help support the build processes of our world-famous 205s and our growing portfolio of special projects. You’ll deliver complex builds, solve challenging electrical problems, and bring elite craftsmanship to iconic cars from diagnosing why the indicators or aircon have failed on a 40-year-old vehicle, to building new looms from scratch.

What you’ll do:

  • Repair and test looms for project cars
  • Manufacture new looms when required
  • Install audio and immobiliser systems, and carry out diagnostic work
  • Work on iconic cars such as the Peugeot 205 GTi, Ford RS200 and many more
  • Contribute to our reputation for sympathetic, high-quality, diverse and dynamic automotive and motorsport projects

What we’re looking for:

  • Experience in motorsport, automotive or marine industries
  • A solid grasp of electrical engineering first principles, with the ability to work unsupervised
  • Strong problem-solving skills, computer literacy and proficiency in Excel
  • Motorsport or Mil-Spec wiring and connector experience
  • A dynamic individual, excited to work on a range of road and competition cars to the highest standards
  • Hands-on experience with engine builds in a full-time workplace, with acute attention to detail
  • Highly motivated, proactive, forward-thinking, flexible and efficient, with a positive attitude
  • Able to work unsupervised, meet deadlines, and self-scrutinise work to the standard our customers expect
  • A confident communicator, both internally and with suppliers and clients
  • Full UK driving licence (trailer licence a bonus)

Why join us? Work on iconic and special-project cars in a collaborative, high-standard environment alongside a passionate, dedicated team with a competitive salary and benefits.

Motor Sport Vehicle Technician (Electrical and Mechanical) employer: Cortech talent solutions

Join a passionate team in Marton, Warwickshire, where we specialise in the meticulous restoration and upgrade of classic motorsport vehicles. Our collaborative work culture fosters creativity and craftsmanship, offering competitive salaries and opportunities for professional growth while working on iconic cars like the Peugeot 205 GTi and Ferrari 488. With a focus on quality and continuous improvement, we ensure that every technician can thrive in an environment that values their expertise and dedication to excellence.

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Contact Details:

Cortech talent solutions Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Motor Sport Vehicle Technician (Electrical and Mechanical)

Electrical Engineering
Automotive Diagnostics
Mechanical Systems Mastery
Complex Problem-Solving
Loom Manufacturing
Attention to Detail
Documentation Skills