At a Glance
- Tasks: Support vehicle development by machining high-quality prototype components.
- Company: Expleo, a leader in automotive and advanced engineering innovation.
- Benefits: Contract role with competitive pay and opportunities for overtime.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with potential for career growth in high-performance sectors.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and contribute to cutting-edge vehicle technologies.
- Qualifications: Experience in CNC and manual machining, plus an engineering background.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
At Expleo, we partner with leading organisations across the automotive and advanced engineering sectors, delivering cutting-edge innovation and supporting the development of next-generation technologies. We are currently seeking a skilled Prototype Machinist to support our confidential high-performance automotive client, offered on a contract basis, in Surrey. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of innovative vehicle technologies within a fast-paced, world-class engineering environment.
Role Overview
You will play a key role in supporting vehicle development, prototype build, and test activities, delivering high-quality machined components to meet demanding project timelines. Working closely with build and development teams, you will contribute to the creation of prototype vehicles, rigs, and test structures.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute precision machining operations to a high standard using both CNC and manual mills and lathes
- Support vehicle development build teams with high-quality prototype parts
- Manufacture components for prototype vehicles, bucks, and test rigs
- Effectively manage multiple work requests and competing deadlines
- Maintain and care for workshop machinery and equipment
- Ensure full compliance with health & safety standards
- Provide flexibility with working hours, including overtime/weekends where required
Skills & Experience
- Proven experience machining one-off and small batch components
- Strong capability across CNC and manual machining (milling & turning)
- Ability to interpret 2D engineering drawings and specifications
- Experience in self-inspection and quality checks of machined parts
- Competent IT user, ideally with exposure to CAD systems (e.g. CATIA for drawing review)
- Background in an engineering apprenticeship or similar formal training
- Desirable:
- Understanding of vehicle systems and architecture
- Experience working with modern metallics and composite materials, ideally within high-performance automotive or aerospace environments
If you're interested in these exciting opportunities and want to be part of a dynamic team contributing to the production of high-performance vehicles, please send your CV to or call.
Vehicle Development (Machinist) Technician in Westminster employer: Expleo Group
At Expleo, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration in the heart of Surrey's advanced engineering sector. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through continuous training opportunities and hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies, making it an ideal environment for skilled technicians looking to make a meaningful impact in the automotive industry.
