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Ricardo Plc

Contractor - Prototype Assembly Technician (Transmissions)

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Ricardo Plc
A global engineering and strategy consultancy delivering technical solutions in transport, energy and environment.
Prototype assembly technician with experience in strip and build of prototype transmissions, fault finding, and modifications.
16d ago
Experienced (8-12 years), Junior (1-3 years), Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Royal Leamington Spa, England, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
2,801 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Design
Technical Services
Project Management
Testing
Innovation
Simulation
Sector Specialisms
Automotive
Energy
Utilities
Waste
Financial services
Government
Public sector
Industrial
Role
What you would be doing
issue reporting
8d process
transmission inspection
prototype build
instrumentation
modifications
  • Raising of issues found during build (reporting to relevant engineer). Participation in subsequent 8Ds.
  • Responsible for maintaining good housekeeping of facilities and workshops.
  • Strip and inspection of unfamiliar transmissions without instruction.
  • Strip and build of prototype transmissions, following prototype build manuals with support from engineering team. Identify and implement improvements in build processes and learning for future phases.
  • Carry out instrumentation and modifications of test unit as per engineering request.
What you bring
measurement
bespoke
drawings
machining
fault
transmission
  • Familiar with accurate measurement techniques and able to utilise these to support bespoke build characteristics (Manual or CMM)
  • Experience of interpreting engineering drawings to a high level and ability to validate manufactured parts quality
  • Machining experience (lathe/ mill / pillar drill / welder, etc.)
  • Fault finding of transmission build and manufacturing issues.
  • Have a fundamental understanding of different transmission types, functions, and components.
  • Fabrication/modification experience on bespoke hardware
  • Ability to understand and adhere to storage/part picking process (with assistance from Engineering teams)
  • Good mechanical understanding of prototype build processes and ability to identify design and manufacturing faults
  • Extensive experience of large range of complex assemblies in a prototype build environment
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
Multi-Million Contracts
Contracts Overview
Ricardo secures significant contracts globally, including defense and clean-energy projects.
2025 Transition Plan
Portfolio Shift
Ricardo divested its defense arm and expanded into environmental consultancy services.
  • Evolved from combustion technology to strategic consultancy, Ricardo now serves as a global engineering powerhouse.
  • Headquartered in England, it shifted focus from manufacturing to delivering engineering and strategic consultancy.
  • Key achievements include guiding clients through decarbonization and technical transformation in transport, energy, and environment.
  • Award-winning projects include carbon-capture plants, hydrogen fuel-cell ships, and digital energy-modelling tools for governments.
  • Iconic projects include diesel speed records, McLaren supercar engines, and Taxibot aircraft tugs, showcasing over a century of innovation.
  • Now publicly listed, it combines technical expertise with strategic consultancy to spearhead complex, sustainable projects across sectors.
Culture + Values
Since 1915
Years of innovation
The company has a long-standing tradition of leveraging science and technology to drive efficiency and sustainability.
  • Create together
  • Be innovative
  • Aim high
  • Be mindful
  • Motivated by our strong purpose: developing innovative, cross-sector, sustainable and trusted solutions
  • Close-knit, purpose-driven global community renowned for expertise, creativity, mindfulness and collective passion
Environment + Sustainability
Net Zero by 2030
Carbon Emissions Target
Aim to achieve net zero carbon emissions from operations by the end of 2030.
46.2% Reduction
GHG Emissions Target
Reduce scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions by 46.2% by 2031 compared to 2020 levels.
90% Renewable Energy
Electricity Usage Goal
Pledged to source 90% of electricity from renewable sources by end-2026.
Carbon-Negative Plant
Innovation in Carbon Capture
Commissioning a carbon-negative demonstrator plant in 2023 to remove COâ‚‚ and supply clean energy.
  • Reduce scope 3 GHG emissions by 27.5% by 2031 vs 2020.
  • Renewable electricity usage increased from 67% (FY 2017/18) to 74% (FY 2019/20).
  • Independent verification of FY 2019/20 GHG emissions (including scope 3 air travel) by Lloyd’s Register.
  • Net Zero strategy levers include renewable energy, property efficiency, digital-first travel policy, verified offsetting.
  • Monitor GHG emissions, energy, water use and waste across all sites; align with GRI, SASB and UN SDGs.
  • Partnered with Manufacture 2030 in 2022 to decarbonize supply-chain Scope 3 emissions via detailed GHG inventories and supplier engagement.
  • Acquired 93% of E3-Modelling SA (Jan 2023) to enhance environmental modelling capability in energy, environment and mobility sectors.
Inclusion & Diversity
  • Passionate about creating an environment where differences are valued and celebrated, and everyone feels they belong
  • Goal to be a diverse, equitable and inclusive employer, believing different perspectives fuel client‑focus, collaboration, change and mindfulness
  • No gender breakdown publicly available
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