Technician - EDU and Driveline
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Sep 24, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 24, 2026.
UTAC is a market-leading international group in digital & sustainable mobility, customisable testing solutions, customisable testing systems, vehicle engineering, homologation, regulatory advice & expertise, certification, training, corporate events and classic & sportscars festivals.
The Group provides services and systems to customers in the various sectors: mobility, transport, tyre, petrochemical, agriculture and defence industries. UTAC operates test centres and laboratories in France (including the official Euro NCAP facility), the UK, USA, Finland, Morocco, and Germany; it has subsidiaries in China, Korea and Japan. UTAC employs around 1300 people across its various locations.
As a group we share a strong and clear vision to deliver safe and efficient solutions and systems to our customers. We are proud and confident in our heritage, our capabilities and our people and believe that by creating a culture where individuals feel they can make a difference and enjoy coming to work, we can deliver the best possible service to our customers.
Our core values of Expertise, Innovation and Integrity provide a clear daily guide to how we work together safely, as one team, helping each other to succeed.
Are you a vehicle technician? Do you have vehicle maintenance and diagnostic experience? If you fancy a change of scene, would like to work on next generation product, and would you like to learn some new skills too, then why not come and work with us at UTAC?
We have a great opportunity for you to further develop and expand your experience and skills in a world class testing environment, supported by an experienced competent team of engineers and technicians.
Your role will be to support our test facility with the delivery of driveline product performance and durability testing for our motorsport, automotive and commercial vehicle customers. This service operates on a 24/7 basis to meet our customer’s requirements.
Responsibilities will include test sample (transmissions, axles, e-Machines and electric-drive-units) installation and rig set ups, the monitoring of samples in test, daily checks and servicing of the samples and equipment. We will provide you with training as required.
Role & Responsibilities
- Prepare and install samples (transmission and electric-drive-units) on test rigs.
- Complete basic Test Automation Setup and Configuration - training will be provided.
- Follow Test and Operational derived Risk Assessments.
- Follow safe Working Procedures at all times
- Day to day maintenance and housekeeping of Facilities
- Provide basic level of Facility breakdown diagnostics and resolution.
- Act in accordance with the behaviours for UTAC staff at all times
Experience
- Experience in a test laboratory, or automotive vehicle repair, or heavy truck repair and maintenance
- EV and / or HV experience (desirable not essential)
- Driveline testing (desirable not essential)
- Basic software skills would be an advantage
- An understanding of CAN and associated tools (desirable not essential)
Skills
- Proficient with mechanical assembly
- Able to complete basic electrical wiring
- Ability to read and understand schematics and engineering drawings - training will be provided
- Fabrication skills (desirable)
- Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and computer-based file structures
- Good oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Good organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills
Personal Behaviours
- Willingness to learn
- Interest in driveline technology
- Methodical
- Customer focused
- Motivated team player
- Professional attitude with a can-do approach
Other
- The successful candidate is required to have manual handling experience of a load approx. 25kg activities will include bending, stooping, crouching, reaching, hand-eye coordination, and manual dexterity
- Shift working Rolling week - 4 on 4 off, alternating early/late
- Flexibility to travel as and when required
- Full UK driving licence
- Willing to undergo a Criminal Disclosure check
- NOTE: This position is based on site in Leyland, Lancashire
Time served engineering apprenticeship or equivalent.
For you, as a potential UTAC team member, we believe that the international and diverse nature of our business combined with the passion, energy and friendliness of our people create a great place to work. UTAC is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, valuing inclusion and supporting our people to be themselves and at their very best.
By joining us you will gain access to a broad range of learning relevant to your role and personal development, as well as exposure to leading technologies and expertise.
Our reward and benefit programmes are designed to support our people with competitive and locally tailored packages combined with support for individual health and wellbeing both inside and outside of work.
In the UK this includes ;
- Life Cover
- Access to a wide range of discounts and offers via the Perkz reward scheme
- Recognition awards linked to our UTAC values of Expertise, Innovation and Integrity.
- Healthcare cashback plans
- Generous holiday benefits
- Contributory pension schemes
- Attractive family friendly policies; maternity, paternity, shared parental leave, flexible working.
- Access to a variety of employee assistance support services.
Learn more about UTAC and what and how we do what we do at www.utac.com
Candidates for positions at UTAC must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the country the role is based in. Immigration visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Note to Recruitment Agencies :
UTAC do not accept speculative applications from agencies for our open positions and any submissions made will not be accepted and no fees will be accepted or paid in respect of speculative CVs received.