Operations Trainee - Quality in Brixworth

Based at our state of the art Research and Development Centre in Northamptonshire, we are responsible for the design, manufacture, testing and racing of the Eight – time World Championship winning Formula 1 hybrid Power Units used by the Mercedes AMG PETRONAS Formula 1 team. We are also proud to supply Power Units to the McLaren, Aston Martin and Williams Racing teams. In addition to this, we are leading the transfer of state-of-the-art Formula 1 technology into other non-F1 Mercedes projects.

As a Quality Academy Inspector you will learn to use the latest cutting edge Measurement processes to inspect low-volume, bespoke, precision components within a fast-paced environment whilst maintaining extremely high quality standards, ensuring we are in the best possible position to continue winning F1 World Championships.

As a team we pride ourselves on sharing knowledge and will support you with a tailored 1 year development plan, designed to provide exposure to the breadth of engineering within all aspects of F1.

What can we offer you?

• Able to confirm the Quality of components within the required timescales to the required Inspection standards, making use of first principle Inspection techniques and automated Metrology equipment using Engineering drawings or CAD models when appropriate.
• Create CNC measurement strategies to measure complex prismatic components.
• Able to understand GD&T and other quality standards/processes in accordance to ISO or Measurements standards such as DIN, ANSI, ISO etc.
• Liaise with other departments (e.g. Quality, Engineering) to ensure the development of the measurement strategies are optimised.
• Adhere to, create and maintain standard operating procedures for processes and other operations.
• Able to be qualified Inspect PCB’s, loom and harnesses to the IPC 610/620 electrical standards.
• Handling and Inspection of ESS Battery’s.
• Qualified for radiography process such as X-ray and Computerised tomography to confirm the Quality of sealed electrical & Mechanical components.
• Contribute to Continuous Improvement activities.

Our benefits package includes:

• A salary of £29,000pa.
• 36 days annual leave.
• A variety of other benefits and staff discounts.
• Access to private healthcare and generous pension scheme.
• Onsite Gym.

What do we need from you?

• Demonstrate passion for manufacturing (electrical or Mechanical), evidenced by extracurricular projects and work experience.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm, accountability, and initiative, along with taking pride in the quality of work you produce.
• Tenacious, curious and driven individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• A willingness to go the extra mile to help the team succeed.
• For you to have achieved at least 5 GCSE’s at grades equivalent to a C or above (4 - 9) in Maths and English Language.

The Application Process

• Submit your online application, CV and covering letter.
• Your application will be screened by HR and the hiring manager.
• If successful you will be invited to attend an interview onsite at our factory.
• If successful, your scheme will start in 2026.

Please note, due to the volume of applications we receive, there may be periods of time during the process where you don’t hear anything from us. Don’t worry! We will advise you of the outcome of your application regardless of the result so please bear with us. Please be advised that we are unable to provide detailed feedback to applicants, apologies for any inconvenience.

We recognise that the ideal candidate for this role may not meet every requirement in this advert and understand that some applicants are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We’re all about finding potential, and transferable skills are always welcome. So, even if you don’t tick every box, please do still apply.

Here at Mercedes AMG HPP our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring are critical to our success. HPP does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or group or class protected by any local law and we encourage applications from any background.

During your application process we are committed to providing additional support where it may be needed. If you need additional financial support to help attend Assessment Centres and Interviews you can apply to be considered to receive our Interview Travel Bursary which will provide full reimbursement for any travel expenses incurred. At the point of a successful invitation to interview please raise this with your Recruitment contact at HPP.