Homologation Engineer
Location: Motorsport UK, Bicester Motion
Department: Technical
Hours of Work: Full Time (37.5 hours per week). Core hours are 09:00 until 17:30, Mon – Fri. 4 days on site, 1 remote.
Salary: £40,000 - £42,500
Join Our Team as a Homologation Engineer at Motorsport UK!
The Homologation Engineer will support and contribute to the delivery of Motorsport UK's technical homologation and regulatory processes, ensuring that applications, documentation and governance activities are managed accurately, efficiently and consistently.
The role requires the application of technical understanding and structured problem-solving to support the approval and regulation of competition vehicles, components and equipment, contributing to the safe and fair operation of motorsport in the UK.
The role offers the opportunity to develop into a specialist technical position within Motorsport UK's homologation and regulatory framework.
Primary Objectives
The primary objectives associated with this role will be:
* Support and contribute to the efficient and accurate processing of homologation applications and technical approvals
* Maintain and take ownership of defined areas of technical documentation and records to ensure consistency and traceability
* Support and progressively take ownership of elements of technical governance processes, including committees and working groups
* Contribute to the continuous improvement of technical processes, systems and documentation.
Additional Responsibilities
In addition to the primary objectives listed above, the Homologation Engineer will also be responsible for the following:
* Undertake technical review of homologation applications, with support where required
* Support and progressively take ownership of defined categories of approvals and documentation
* Contribute to technical interpretation and decision-making in routine cases
* Support the preparation, review and update of technical regulations, guidance and supporting documentation
* Coordinate submissions and documentation for FIA and national homologation processes
* Provide administrative and coordination support to Technical and Kart Technical Sub Committees (agendas, papers, minutes, actions)
* Act as a point of contact for routine homologation enquiries, ensuring clear and timely responses
* Support engagement with manufacturers, suppliers and external stakeholders as required
* Maintain structured filing and traceability of technical decisions and approvals
* Identify and propose improvements to homologation processes and workflows
* Support the development of consistent technical interpretations and guidance.
Core Competencies
Below are the core competencies, knowledge, and skills required to be successful in this role:
* Experience of working in a technical, engineering or process-driven environment
* Ability to interpret technical documentation, specifications and structured data
* Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in technical work
* Ability to apply structured thinking to technical or process-based challenges
* Strong analytical thinking and structured problem-solving capability
* Ability to manage tasks and priorities in a deadline-driven environment
* Clear and effective communication skills, both written and verbal
* Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external stakeholders
* Digital literacy, including experience with structured systems or databases
* Eligibility to work within the UK.
Desirable Competencies
* Degree or Level 6 qualification in engineering or related discipline, or equivalent experience
* Experience in motorsport, automotive, engineering or regulated technical environments
* Understanding of technical compliance, approval or certification processes
* Exposure to working with manufacturers, suppliers or technical stakeholders
* Familiarity with structured workflows, quality systems or process improvement
* Exposure to regulatory, compliance or approval-based environments.
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* 25 days of Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
* 5% pension contribution from Motorsport UK
* Private Medical Healthcare Cover
* Financial, Physical and Mental wellbeing support
* 4 x Annual Salary Life Assurance
* Breakdown cover
* Free on site parking
* Access to a host of other member / staff benefits
To apply for this vacancy, please forward a copy of your CV and Cover Letter to jointheteam@motorsportuk.org