Graduate Engineering Technician

Sep 12, 2026

The Silverstone Sports Engineering Hub (SSEH) is a pioneering sports engineering facility,providing the tools and environment for innovation in sport, enabling engineers and sports performance professionals to undertake cutting-edge research and development.

We have a unique and exciting opportunity for a competent and hands-on individual to join our expanding team and R&D facility as an Engineering Technician.

The successful candidate will be part of a small team and will support SSEH with the operation, maintenance and development of the facility and the associated equipment including wind tunnels and mechanical test rigs.

• To support the general operation and up-keep of the SSEH R&D facility
• To provide technical support with the operation of equipment and associated instrumentation to support and execute customer test sessions and programmes
• To provide technical support to assist with servicing, maintenance and calibration of equipment and instrumentation
• To assist with internal engineering projects and with the development of tools and services
• To assist with implementing and maintaining H&S documentation, operating procedures and risk assessments
• To assist with maintaining high standards of presentation, cleanliness and organisation within the SSEH facility, as maintaining a safe working environment.
• A passion for cycling, sporting performance and development
• Experience working with bikes
• A
  - Level or equivalent in Mathematics
• Able to demonstrate a practical and methodical approach to problem solving
• Hands-on and competent in the handling of bikes, sensitive equipment and high-value products and components
• Highly motivated
• A self-starter and team player with the ability to work independently
• Proactive, well organised with a critical eye for detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Competent skills in Microsoft including Excel
• Flexible working, support evening or weekend customer requirements where required
• You must have already graduated to apply for this role
• All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.

• A degree in any of the following disciplines;
  Mechanical, Aerodynamics
• 25 days' holiday
• Workplace pension scheme in place (with employer contribution 3% if employee pays in 5% as per standard rules)
• Option to divert that into a private pension where we would also pass on any employer’s NI contributions
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking.

This position is located at our offices in Silverstone (NN12). All our Interviews are conducted in-person at our Silverstone facility.

Employment

Contract:

Permanent, full-time