Engine BuilderJoin One of the UK's Leading Aston Martin Specialists
Do you have a passion for building exceptional engines? Are you someone who takes pride in precision, craftsmanship and engineering excellence?
If so, Aston Workshop offers a rare opportunity to build some of the world's most iconic classic performance engines while working alongside a highly skilled team at the forefront of heritage vehicle restoration and engine development.
Salary: Please note that the salary shown on Indeed is simply the minimum starting figure required by the platform. The actual salary for this position is fully negotiable and will reflect your experience, skill level and the value you can bring to our engineering team. We are looking for the right person and are prepared to offer a highly competitive package for an exceptional candidate.
Based in the beautiful Beamish countryside in the North East of England, Aston Workshop Ltd is one of the world's leading Aston Martin specialists. For over 40 years we have restored, maintained, engineered and sold some of the finest Aston Martins ever built. Today we employ over 40 specialist staff across restoration, engineering, bodywork, paint, trim and sales.
Our engineering department is central to everything we do. Alongside restoring original Aston Martin engines, we also design and develop our own high-performance engine programmes, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern engineering techniques, CAD, simulation and in-house dyno development.
This is an opportunity to become part of a close-knit engineering team where quality always comes before quantity. Every engine is built with care, precision and pride, whether it is a concours restoration, a bespoke performance build or one of our latest development programmes.
The Role
As an Engine Builder, you will be responsible for the complete assembly, rebuilding, diagnosis and development of a wide variety of Aston Martin powertrains, ranging from historic six-cylinder engines through to modern V8 and V12 units.
Every engine is built with meticulous attention to detail, documented throughout the build process and tested to ensure it meets the exceptionally high standards our customers expect.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Complete engine strip-down, inspection and fault diagnosis.
- Preparation, machining coordination and assembly of new and rebuilt performance engines.
- Engine rebuilding, maintenance and repair.
- Precision measurement and inspection of engine components.
- Recording build specifications, clearances and assembly data.
- Testing and verification of engine components using specialist measuring equipment.
- Supporting engine development, testing and tuning activities.
- Working with both carburettor and modern fuel-injected engine management systems.
- Assisting with engine dynamometer testing and validation.
- Maintaining a clean, organised and safe workshop environment.
- Delivering workmanship of the highest possible standard.
Skills & Experience
The successful applicant will ideally have:
- A minimum of five years' experience building or rebuilding high-performance engines.
- A proven track record within a professional engine reconditioning, motorsport or performance engine environment.
- Excellent mechanical knowledge and diagnostic ability.
- Experience measuring engine components using precision engineering equipment.
- The ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to record build information accurately.
- Pride in producing work of exceptional quality.
- The ability to work both independently and as part of a skilled engineering team.
- Good communication skills and a positive, enthusiastic attitude.
The following would also be advantageous:
- Experience using engine dynamometers.
- Experience with classic or performance vehicles.
- Experience with fuel injection and engine management systems.
- Machine shop or precision engineering experience.
- HNC, HND or Degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering (desirable but not essential).
What We Offer
- A rare opportunity to build some of the world's most desirable classic performance engines.
- Work on restoration, bespoke and development projects – not production line rebuilding.
- Modern engineering facilities including an in-house engine dynamometer.
- The opportunity to contribute to the development of our own high-performance engine programmes.
- A friendly and highly experienced engineering team.
- A peaceful countryside working environment near Beamish.
- Monday to Friday, 40-hour working week.
- Paid overtime available.
- Flexible working hours considered.
- Competitive salary, fully negotiable depending on experience and ability.
- Exceptional candidates with specialist skills are encouraged to apply.
If you are passionate about engines and believe you have the skills to produce work to the very highest standard, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your CV together with a covering letter outlining your experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
Experience:
- engine building: 5 years (required)
Work Location: In person
