Development Engineer

Motorsport-Total.com GmbH; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading motorsport manufacturer in Peterborough is seeking a Development Engineer to contribute to the development of sports cars. The role involves a hands-on approach to ensure product safety and performance. Candidates should have a degree in Automotive or Motorsport Engineering, with experience in vehicle systems and data logging. The position offers a competitive salary and various benefits including generous annual leave and a company pension scheme.

Benefits

Annual Leave: 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays

Free Onsite Parking

Company Pension Scheme – Matching up to 4%

Life Insurance – Paying up to 3x salary

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Automotive or Motorsport Engineering.
• Strong understanding of vehicle systems including chassis and powertrain.
• Experience with Data Logging Systems (LifeRacing, AIM, Pi, etc).

Responsibilities

• Deliver engineering objectives set by the Head of R&D or project leads.
• Plan, conduct, and report on vehicle and powertrain development tests.
• Provide technical input to design and validation processes.

Skills

Understanding of vehicle systems

Experience with Data Logging Systems

Practical problem solving

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

Full UK driving licence

Education

Degree in Automotive or Motorsport Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Title:

Development Engineer

Department:

R&D

Reporting to:

James Pinkerton (Head of Design & Development)

Salary:

£40k+, depending on experience

Hours:

40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

About Us:

Radical Motorsport is one of the world’s most prolific sports car manufacturers, with over 3,000 cars produced in the past 28 years. From its 1997 inception, Radical set out to create a customer‑led niche in the world of motorsport, a race‑bred thrill‑a‑minute driving experience. But the Radical philosophy extends much wider than just the cars. By launching our own race championships, we became the first manufacturer to bring long‑format, doubleheader endurance racing to the club racer, and provided a comprehensive spares and technical support team at every event that continues to this day.

At our Peterborough manufacturing HQ, we produce over 150 cars per year, exported to a global network of over 30 dealers. This is where we see our cars from start to finish before they hit the track -from our team of engineers who design and test new concepts, to the production teams who machine, fabricate, laminate, engine build, sub‑assembly, bay assembly, and dyno sign off every Radical car produced.

Job Description:

As a Development Engineer at Radical Motorsport, you will have the opportunity to develop the current and next generation of Sports cars for the world’s biggest purpose‑built race car manufacturer.

Working within the Design & Development team, you will be responsible for ensuring the product meets its safety, durability and performance targets. This is a hands‑on role that combines factory‑based development and analysis with trackside and test‑house validation.

You will have previous experience in a similar motorsport role, developing performance vehicles, and will be an excellent team player who can assist with any technical issues.

The Role:

• Deliver engineering objectives set by the Head of R&D, Head of Engineering, or project leads.
• Plan, conduct, and report on vehicle and powertrain development tests (track, dyno, and rig).
• Provide technical input to design and validation processes.
• Assist in fault diagnosis and problem resolution across vehicle systems.
• Analyse vehicle data logging systems to assess performance and reliability.
• Develop and maintain structured validation and reporting processes.
• Attend national and international test and race events as required.

Candidate Profile:

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Automotive or Motorsport Engineering, or significant time‑served experience within motorsport engineering.
• Strong understanding of vehicle systems; chassis, powertrain, suspensions, cooling and electronics.
• Experience with Data Logging Systems (LifeRacing, AIM, Pi, etc).
• Practical, hands‑on approach to problem solving with a strong attention to detail.
• Proficient with the complete Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel internationally as required.

Desirable:

• Experience with SolidWorks or similar CAD tools.
• Background in race car setup and track testing.

Benefits:

• Full‑time, Permanent Contract or 12‑month rolling contract, candidate preference
• Annual Leave: 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays.
• Free Onsite Parking.
• Company Pension Scheme – Matching up to 4% of contributions.
• Life Insurance – Paying up to 3x salary to nominated beneficiaries.
• An inclusive and supportive company culture.