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J&T

Senior Motorsport Calibration Engineer

J&T

Calibrating and providing technical support for motorsport systems, leading engineering projects, and mentoring junior engineers in a collaborative environment.

Posted 6/11/2026full-timeChelmsford • 🇬🇧 United KingdomSenior💰 £95,000 per yearWebsite

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Hard Skills
calibrationcontrol systemsvehicle electronicsdata analysisECU systemsvehicle integrationproject managementsystem architecturewiring specificationstroubleshooting
Soft Skills
customer relationship managementmentorshiptechnical guidanceteam collaborationcommunicationproblem-solvingtime managementleadershiptask delegationcontinuous improvement
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineeringMaster's degree in mechanical engineering
Industry Keywords
motorsportautomotive engineeringaviation engineeringproduct lifecycletechnical supportcustomer-facing rolesengineering projectsbespoke calibrationstime-critical conditionstrade shows

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Provide expert remote and on-site calibration support to customers both in the UK and around the World.
  • Commission and troubleshoot systems, including tasks such as enabling gearbox electronics functionality on customer vehicles.
  • Develop and deliver bespoke calibrations tailored to customer requirements.
  • Support customers via phone, email, and live troubleshooting sessions.
  • Define system architectures and prepare wiring specifications for new vehicle builds.
  • Diagnose and resolve complex vehicle system issues under time-critical conditions.
  • Lead and support engineering projects from concept through to delivery.
  • Manage project timelines, deliverables, and customer expectations.
  • Coordinate internal resources and delegate tasks such as quotation generation.
  • Contribute to product lifecycle activities, including specification, design, and validation.
  • Support the flow of purchasing and integration of components into product builds.
  • Work closely with engineering and commercial teams to align product development with market needs.
  • Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers.
  • Support workload planning and task delegation across the team.
  • Act as a key technical interface between customers and internal departments.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of processes and tools.
  • Represent Life Racing at trade shows, customer events, and technical demonstrations.
  • Build and maintain strong customer relationships.
  • Provide pre- and post-sales technical support.

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor or master degree in mechanical engineering
  • Minimum 7+ years’ experience in motorsport, automotive, or aviation engineering
  • Strong background in calibration, control systems, and vehicle electronics
  • Proven experience in customer-facing technical roles
  • Solid understanding of data analysis, ECU systems, and vehicle integration
  • Experience managing technical projects and delivering to deadlines.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Health insurance
  • Retirement plans
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Flexible working hours