Vehicle Build Technician

My client, a British manufacturer of iconic vehicles, is recruiting a number vehicle build technicians due to continued growth.

The Vehicle Build Technician will be responsible for the hands-on assembly and final build of my client’s iconic vehicles. Working as part of a skilled production team, you will be involved in all aspects of vehicle assembly, from trim and mechanical assembly to profiling, panel alignment, and interior trim fitting.

Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive vehicle preparation, assembly, and build, including trim and final assembly phases.
• Execute both mechanical and electrical assembly tasks with precision.
• Assemble components and sub-assemblies, building essential vehicle parts and systems from scratch.
• Complete whole vehicle builds using a bay-build discipline, ensuring consistent quality and assembly standards.
• Conduct profiling, panel alignment, and gapping to meet exacting standards of vehicle fit and finish.
• Install part and full interior trim packages, enhancing the vehicle’s aesthetic and functional appeal.
• Identify and log any build issues, suggesting improvements for engineering and production teams.
• Interpret engineering drawings accurately to guide assembly and ensure quality control.
• Utilise a variety of handheld tools for assembly work and ensure the handling of precision components.
• Apply fabrication and welding skills, if experienced, for specialised build tasks.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in vehicle build, assembly, or a similar hands-on technical role.
• Familiarity with interpreting engineering drawings and working with precision components.
• Proficiency with handheld tools and assembly techniques for automotive builds.
• Background in fabrication and welding (advantageous but not essential).
• Attention to detail, pride in craftsmanship, and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work within a dynamic, scaling production environment.