Mechanical Inspector | F1 | 6-Month FTC | Circa £52,000 | Northamptonshire
Work at the Pinnacle of Motorsport Engineering
GTS are partnering with a leading Formula One team to find an experienced Mechanical Inspector for a 6-month fixed-term contract based in the heart of Motorsport Valley, Northamptonshire.
If you have a background in precision metrology and thrive in high-performance environments, we want to hear from you.
💰 Salary: Circa £52,000
📍 Location: Motorsport Valley, Northamptonshire
🕗 Hours: Monday – Friday | 08:30 – 17:30 (Day Shift)
🕐 Contract: Fixed Term – Full Time (6 months)
The Opportunity
You'll be joining the Quality Assurance department of one of the world's most recognised Formula One teams, ensuring the precision and quality of internally manufactured machined components and assemblies. This is a hands-on, technically demanding role where your attention to detail will directly impact on-track performance.
What You'll Be Doing
✅ Inspecting and verifying internally and externally manufactured metallic components to exacting standards
✅ Operating advanced metrology equipment including CMMs, Absolute Arms, Shadowgraphs and Contour Tracers
✅ Working with Pc-DMIS and PolyWorks Metrology Suites
✅ Collaborating with Quality Assurance, Production Control, and the Machine Shop
✅ Interpreting technical drawings and working from detailed engineering specifications
✅ Supporting continuous improvement across quality systems and inspection processes
What We're Looking For
🔹 Strong knowledge of machining processes and manufacturing methods
🔹 Proficiency in Pc-DMIS and PolyWorks
🔹 Hands-on CMM and precision measurement experience
🔹 Ability to read and interpret technical drawings confidently
🔹 Experience with MRP/ERP systems (IFS, SAP or similar)
🔹 Previous Formula One or high-level motorsport experience highly desirable
🔹 Calm under pressure with strong attention to detail
🔹 Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
What's on Offer
🏆 Circa £52,000 🏥 Private healthcare 🧾 Pension plan & life assurance 🚴 Cycle-to-work, tech & car schemes 👶 TEDSgroup childcare benefits 🏋️ State-of-the-art onsite gym (fitness, spin & yoga) 🍽️ Onsite bistro café and restaurant
This role won't be around for long — the F1 calendar waits for no one.
📩 Apply now or send your CV directly to us at GTS to be considered.
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