Vacancies

Power Maxed Racing are recruiting highly motivated individuals for our race programs which include the British Touring Car Championship & TCR UK. Our workshops are based in the midlands close to Stratford upon Avon. We have full time and freelance positions available for the roles below

The successful applicants would ideally have the following

Experience in a Rally or Race team environment
Have the ability to work closely as a team and to the highest standards possible
Have a great attention to detail with safety and presentation of great importance
Have a positive and pro-active attitude
Full driving licence is essential, HGV Licence would be an advantage

Interested applicants please email info@powermaxedracing.com with your current CV or complete the form below.

Number 1 Mechanic

Key responsibilities

Reporting to the Team Manager and Crew Chief
Overall responsibility for the preparation, service and rebuild of Race cars ensuring that the car is delivered on time for events
Ensure that the cars are presented in the highest possible standard with safety in mind
Work to tight time scales and follow correct processes during car build
Work both individually and as part of the team both in the workshop and on event
Lead and manage the car crew both in the workshop and on event
Attend all test and race events as required
Be part of the garage team and participate in pit stops if required
To problem solve and diagnose faults with minimum supervision
Take pride in all work and have an excellent attention to detail
Build a good working relationship with the Race Engineering team
Responsible for keeping a clean and tidy work environment at all times
Promote teamwork and effective communication to build a close-knit team
Weekend work is a requirement for this role

Number 2 Mechanic

Key responsibilities

Reporting to the Crew Chief and No 1 Mechanic
Responsible for the preparation, service and rebuild of race cars under the guidance of the No 1 Mechanic, ensuring that the car is delivered on time for events
Ensure that the cars are presented in the highest possible standard with safety in mind
Work to tight time scales and follow correct processes during car build
Work both individually and as part of the team both in the workshop and on event
Attend all test and race events as required
Be part of the garage team and participate in pit stops if required
To problem solve and diagnose faults with assistance
Take pride in all work and have an excellent attention to detail
Responsible for keeping a clean and tidy work environment at all times
Promote teamwork and effective communication to build a close-knit team
Weekend working is a requirement for this role

Sub Assembly/Gearbox Technician

Key responsibilities

Reporting to the Team Manager, Crew Chief and Number 1 Mechanic
Responsibility for the preparation, service and rebuild of Race car sub-assemblies and transmissions
Ensuring that the assemblies are delivered to the car build in a timely manner
Ensuring that the cars are presented in the highest possible standard with safety in mind
Work to tight time scales and follow correct processes during the car build
Work both individually and as part of the team both in the workshop and on event
Attend test and race events as required
Be part of the garage team and take part in pit stops if required
To problem solve and diagnose faults with assistance
Take pride in all work and have an excellent attention to detail
Responsible for keeping a clean and tidy work environment at all times
Promote teamwork and effective communication to build a close-knit team
Weekend working is a requirement for this role

Truckie/Tyre Technician

Key responsibilities

Reporting to the Team Manager and Crew Chief
Responsible for the preparation, loading and un-loading of team transporters pre and post event
Ensuring that the team transporters are delivered on time for events safely, and within the road transport regulations
Ensure that the team transporters and equipment are presented in the highest possible standard with safety in mind
Assist with garage build and breakdown where required
Manage the race car tyres at circuit working closely with the Race engineer
Work both individually and as part of the team both in the workshop and on event
Attend all test and race events as required
Be part of the garage team and participate in pit stops if required
Take pride in all work and have an excellent attention to detail
Responsible for keeping a clean and tidy work environment at all times
Promote teamwork and effective communication to build a close-knit team
Weekend working is a requirement for this role
HGV Licence is essential

Race Engineer – Freelance

Key responsibilities

Must have a proven background in engineering front wheel drive race cars
Reporting to the Team Manager and working with the race engineering team
Preparation of the event run plan and generation of car set up sheets
Maintain a run log of all changes to keep the set-up database up to date
Management of race and test tyres, tyre lifing, and event plan to ensure best use of tyres
Direct communication with driver to ensure maximum performance of the car/driver package
Performance analysis of car and driver
Efficient management of car crew and support staff to maximise performance
Highlight areas of improvement for performance gains
Producing post event reports
Provide instruction to the team mechanics for jobs requiring completion and car set up
Work both individually and as part of the team maintaining a high level of presentation
Attend all test and race events as required
Be part of the garage team and participate in pit stops if required
Take pride in all work and have an excellent attention to detail
Responsible for keeping a clean and tidy work environment at all times
Promote teamwork and effective communication to build a close-knit team
Weekend working is a requirement for this role
Knowledge of Pi and Aim software systems is essential
Own transport is essential to be able to get to the racetracks

Data Engineer – Freelance

Key responsibilities

Reporting to the Team Manager and Race Engineering team
Responsible for the preparation and maintenance of data and video systems
Downloading of data from the race cars and carrying out vehicle health checks
Supporting the race engineers and drivers with data analysis
Performance analysis of vehicles and drivers
Producing post event reports
Lifing of race car components
Assist with set up and breakdown of equipment including the garage where required
Work both individually and as part of the team maintaining a high level of presentation
Attend all test and race events as required
Be part of the garage team and participate in pit stops if required
Take pride in all work and have an excellent attention to detail
Responsible for keeping a clean and tidy work environment at all times
Promote teamwork and effective communication to build a close-knit team
Weekend working is a requirement for this role
Knowledge of Pi and Aim software systems is an advantage
Own transport is essential to be able to get to the racetracks

Fabricator

We are looking for a Fabricator to lead our low volume fabrication department. In this role you will be expected to produce components for various project including our British Touring Car program where most welded parts are assembled in house, this includes production of race car bodyshells, roll cages, car body accident repairs, manufacture of car components such as radiators, aluminium pipes, brackets etc.

Our ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar role and the ability to Tig and Mig weld to a high standard. You will be able to work from engineering drawings, have a flexible, positive attitude and be able to work alone or part of a team. A flexible approach to working hours is essential.

Key responsibilities

Reporting to the Team Manager and engineering team
Prepare bodyshells and roll cages including any component parts to be used in the shell
Carry out shell repairs and modifications as required
Fabrication of components from Aluminium, Steel, Stainless steels
High standards of Tig & Mig welding
Ability to lead and train junior staff members
Work to tight tolerances and deadlines whilst maintaining a high quality of workmanship
Adhere to safety procedures and always follow safe working practice
Work both individually and as part of the team maintaining a high level of presentation
Take pride in all work and have an excellent attention to detail
Responsible for keeping a clean and tidy work environment at all times
Promote teamwork and effective communication to build a close-knit team

This role has the opportunity for the individual to travel as part of the race teams

Junior Fabricator/Bodywork Technician

We are looking for a Junior Fabricator/Bodywork Technician to work in our low volume fabrication department. In this role you will be expected to work under guidance from our Fabricator to produce components for various project including our British Touring Car program where most welded parts are assembled in house, this includes production of race car bodyshells, roll cages, car body accident repairs, manufacture of car components such as radiators, aluminium pipes, brackets etc. Part of the job function is to prepare all race car bodywork to fit to the race cars and to take to the track as an extensive spares package.

Our ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar role and the ability to Tig and Mig weld would be an advantage. We are willing to train the right candidate for the role should you not have any previous experience of welding but have a willingness to learn. You must have a flexible, positive attitude and be able to work alone or part of a team. A flexible approach to working hours is essential.

Key responsibilities

Reporting to the Team Manager and Fabricator
Prepare bodyshells and roll cages under guidance
Assist with shell repairs and modifications as required
Assist with the fabrication of components from Aluminium, Steel, Stainless steels
Have the ability to learn and apply skills required such as Mig & Tig welding
Cutting and folding of component parts ready for welding
Pre-fit, drilling and cutting of race car bodywork including fitment of fixings
Work to tight tolerances and deadlines whilst maintaining a high quality of workmanship
Adhere to safety procedures and always follow safe working practice
Work both individually and as part of the team maintaining a high level of presentation
Take pride in all work and have an excellent attention to detail
Responsible for keeping a clean and tidy work environment at all times
Promote teamwork and effective communication to build a close-knit team
This role has the opportunity for the individual to travel as part of the race teams