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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sensor Systems Technician - **Company:** McLaren Racing - **Location:** Woking, UK - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Adobe InDesign, Business Systems, Ethernet, Electronic Filing System, Reliability of Systems, Communication Devices - **Published:** August 30, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815449346-sensor-systems-technician ## About the Role * Strong background in motorsport, automotive, or aerospace electronic systems. * Proven expertise in assembling and testing high-reliability wiring harnesses using motorsport-standard materials and connectors. * Skilled in using hand tools, soldering irons, multimeters, and electronic test equipment. * Knowledgeable in precision instrumentation, transducers, and calibration processes used in professional motorsport. * Comfortable interpreting mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and electronic documentation. * Experience with precision electronics, including handling small surface-mount components (e.g. 0603 size). * Familiar with CAN, Ethernet, and other high-speed communication hardware layers. * Understanding of F1 or high-level motorsport environments, timelines, and technical protocols. * Experience working with composite and 3D-printed materials for enclosures and housings. * Mentored and trained junior staff and new team members in a structured way. * Knowledge of safe handling practices for complex and high-value electronics (e.g. ESD and HV precautions). * Built and managed large, complex harness systems with over 100 wires, including EMI shielding and environmental protection. * Familiar with business systems for work planning, component tracking, batch tracing, and reliability management. * CAD design experience (mechanical/electrical/electronic) is a plus., * Meticulous and accurate approach to working standards and practices and the highest possible professional standards * Clear and concise communicator both written and verbally and comfortable communicating with all levels of the team * Willingness to take the initiative and escalate a concern or issue to lead * Ability to take a holistic view of the work being undertaken within the group and awareness of overall team objectives and protocols * Confidence with handling and working on mission and safety critical equipment e.g. Steering wheels, Gearbox control wiring, electronic braking systems. * Adaptable and flexible approach to the work demanded by the team with a willingness to support all objectives and activities of the team and to support other team members to do the same. ## Description Provide full life-cycle electronic and electrical design support for the build, calibration, inspection and maintenance for all aspects of the electronic systems used for the Formula 1 Racing programme. This includes hands-on involvement in the physical delivery of on-car instrumentation, as well as contributing to ongoing engineering projects aimed at improving the quality and reliability of vehicle data through continuous development of advanced instrumentation systems., * Prepare, calibrate, and maintain precision control and instrumentation sensors for the F1 racing programme. * Ensure high system reliability, serviceability, and data quality across all instrumentation activities. * Coordinate daily and seasonal tasks with internal teams to align with project and racing timelines. * Collaborate with external suppliers on production, calibration, and fault resolution. * Generate and maintain accurate documentation to support traceability and compliance. * Identify and implement process improvements to enhance reliability, reduce weight, and simplify maintenance. * Monitor equipment performance, trends, and escalate technical or quality issues as needed. * Conduct root-cause investigations and support fault correction and reliability initiatives. * Manage cost-related considerations and recommend savings in design, materials, and processes. * Ensure compliance with FIA technical and financial regulations. * Uphold safety standards and support adherence to HSE and COSHH guidelines. ## Related Videos - [Building a hypercar from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/607-building-a-hypercar-from-scratch) - [The Gashlycrumb Tinies of AI Networking You Must Know (or Languish!)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2067-the-gashlycrumb-tinies-of-ai-networking-you-must-know-or-languish) - [APIs and Architecture for scaling omnichannel payments](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/90-apis-and-architecture-for-scaling-omnichannel-payments) - [Breaking the Hardware Mindset: Overcoming Barriers to System-Level Innovation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1635-breaking-the-hardware-mindset-overcoming-barriers-to-system-level-innovation) - [Software stack under and over the hood of the fastest accelerating car in the world](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/221-software-stack-under-and-over-the-hood-of-the-fastest-accelerating-car-in-the-world) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) ## Related Articles - [How software is steering vehicle technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/515-how-software-is-steering-vehicle-technology) - [Top Characteristics of a Software Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/166-top-characteristics-of-a-software-engineer) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Is Software Engineering Hard?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/448-is-software-engineering-hard) - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [How to Write a CV and Interview if You Don't Fully Qualify For The Job](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/183-how-to-write-a-cv-and-interview-if-you-don-t-fully-qualify-for-the-job)