Graduate Build Production Engineer

Graduate Build Production Engineer (23 Month Fixed Term Contract)

Brackley, United Kingdom

Build your skills. Make an impact. Race towards excellence.

Every dream needs a team.

Join the Operations Department as we take on the challenge of Formula One’s exciting new era of sustainable technical regulations.

About the Role:

We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Graduate Build Production Engineer to join our dynamic Operations team. This newly formed group is focused on driving process improvements across our Car Build areas, enhancing data accuracy, and increasing productivity and efficiency in the assembly and servicing of on-car hardware.

As a graduate engineer, you will support the Lead Build Production Engineer in shaping how we build and service our F1 cars to the highest standards of quality. This is a hands‑on, fast‑paced role ideal for someone passionate about engineering excellence and continuous improvement.

Key accountabilities and responsibilities:

• Assist in the development and implementation of automated processes across hydraulics, composites, transmission, and heat rejection systems.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives, including research into new technologies and methods.
• Help develop visualisation tools to track build status and progress, against measurable KPIs.
• Participate in maintaining documentation such as SOPs, calibration records, and ISO standards.
• Work with the ERP team to ensure accurate data entry and reporting.
• Support car feedback processes to enhance reliability and performance.
• Assist in scaled project planning and execution under guidance.
• Apply a continuous improvement mindset to optimise our build processes, removing non‑value add tasks.

Skills & Knowledge Required:

• Degree (or expected degree) in Mechanical, Automotive, Aerospace, or Manufacturing Engineering (2.1 minimum grade or equivalent)
• Basic understanding of manufacturing or build processes (internships or project experience desirable).
• Familiarity with CAD tools such as CATIA V5 or 3DX is a plus.
• Have technical Proficiency: Familiarity with data analysis tools and programming languages such as SQL or Python. As well as data visualisation software such as PowerBI
• An evidenced interest in emerging technology, with knowledge of agentic AI, APIs, and machine learning
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Analytical mindset with a passion for problem‑solving and innovation.

To be successful you will:

• Be enthusiastic and eager to learn in a high‑performance engineering environment.
• Have strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Be flexible and adaptable, with a proactive approach to challenges.
• Be passionate about motorsport and continuous improvement.
• Have a willingness to work outside of core responsibilities to support team goals.

Benefits:

When you put the effort in, we give it back. Start with a competitive salary, add in a world‑class wellbeing programme (including a free on‑site gym), delicious subsidised food, and private medical cover – all on our riverside campus powered by 100% renewable energy. You’ll have everything you need to thrive both inside and outside of work.

How to apply:

• Submit your CV and cover letter as a single PDF to our Workday portal
• Complete our application form

You will be required to meet the eligibility criteria of the Graduate programme including any right to work requirements for your application to progress. As these roles are based in the UK, any visa sponsorship must meet current Home Office immigration rules.