Composite Machining Technician in Woking

At McLaren Racing, we’re not just here to try to take the chequered flag. We’re here to excite our fans, inspire our people and deliver for our partners. And we’re also committed to evolving our sport, our industry, and our technology, too.

Purpose of the Role: To prepare, assemble, and deliver tooling components, machined patterns, Rohacell and insert-blocked cores, additive-manufactured parts, and supporting materials required for downstream production of F1 composite components. The role provides hands-on support to the Composite Machining team to ensure efficient, reliable, and high-quality operations.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Polish, assemble, and prepare mould tools, fixtures, patterns, and programme-specific components to design standards.
• Prepare, block-up, bond, and hand-finish tooling materials (e.g. Rohacell, foam cores, inserts) prior to machining.
• Support CNC machining operations under supervision, including loading/unloading, fixturing, and basic tool checks.
• Prepare machining stock and assist with setup optimisation to improve workflow and throughput.
• Safely handle, label, and organise machined parts, tooling, and components.
• Support day-to-day operation of 3D printing equipment, including build preparation, material handling, and basic maintenance.
• Manage, monitor, and replenish raw material and consumable stock, including controlled flammable materials.
• Conduct basic inspection of machined and printed parts and liaise with Quality on calibration and measurement equipment.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, 3S, TPM, and housekeeping standards, while supporting technicians and communicating progress and issues.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

• Strong understanding of engineering workshop practices.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience in tooling/fixture assembly and use of hand and bench tools.
• Experience working with Rohacell, foam cores, bonding processes, and insert preparation.
• Basic experience of machining or machine-shop environments.
• Familiarity with 3D printing processes (SLA, FDM, SLS, etc.) advantageous.
• Experience in aluminium mould polishing and assembly.
• Computer literate with knowledge of 3DX, CAD viewers, or MRP systems such as Javelin.
• Forklift licence desirable.

Personal Attributes:

• Proactive and takes initiative.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Methodical, organised, and adaptable.
• Effective team player with strong communication.
• Motivated, energetic, and respectful in behaviour.

What McLaren can offer? We constantly strive to be better tomorrow than we are today. Our ambition is to be the most pioneering and exhilarating racing team in the world, and our collective task is to set the standards for high performance in sport. We show up every day with energy and enthusiasm, ready to play our part. We encourage and support diversity, equity and inclusion. We will actively promote a culture that values difference and eliminates discrimination in our workplace. McLaren Racing Composites (MRC) is based at the McLaren Racing Composites Facility in Woking Business Park. This is a new state-of-the-art production centre with the latest in CNC machines and autoclave technology, an open plan office, gym and quiet room. The site is situated on the canal for easy walking and cycling commutes as well as local amenities within walking distance. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including private healthcare, car schemes, life insurance and generous pension contributions.