Homologation Engineer

Organisation: Motorsport UK
Salary: £40,000 - £42,500
Location: Bicester, Oxfordshire
Contract type: Permanent (Full time)
Closing date: 10 May 2026
Job Description: Department: Technical

Hours of Work: Full Time (37.5 hours per week). Core hours are 09:00 until 17:30, Mon – Fri. 4 days on site, 1 remote.

Join Our Team as a Homologation Engineer at Motorsport UK!

The Homologation Engineer will support and contribute to the delivery of Motorsport UK’s technical homologation and regulatory processes, ensuring that applications, documentation and governance activities are managed accurately, efficiently and consistently.

The role requires the application of technical understanding and structured problem-solving to support the approval and regulation of competition vehicles, components and equipment, contributing to the safe and fair operation of motorsport in the UK.

The role offers the opportunity to develop into a specialist technical position within Motorsport UK’s homologation and regulatory framework.

Primary Objectives

The primary objectives associated with this role will be:

Support and contribute to the efficient and accurate processing of homologation applications and technical approvals
Maintain and take ownership of defined areas of technical documentation and records to ensure consistency and traceability
Support and progressively take ownership of elements of technical governance processes, including committees and working groups
Contribute to the continuous improvement of technical processes, systems and documentation.

Additional Responsibilities

In addition to the primary objectives listed above, the Homologation Engineer will also be responsible for the following:

Undertake technical review of homologation applications, with support where required
Support and progressively take ownership of defined categories of approvals and documentation
Contribute to technical interpretation and decision-making in routine cases
Support the preparation, review and update of technical regulations, guidance and supporting documentation
Coordinate submissions and documentation for FIA and national homologation processes
Provide administrative and coordination support to Technical and Kart Technical Sub Committees (agendas, papers, minutes, actions)
Act as a point of contact for routine homologation enquiries, ensuring clear and timely responses
Support engagement with manufacturers, suppliers and external stakeholders as required
Maintain structured filing and traceability of technical decisions and approvals
Identify and propose improvements to homologation processes and workflows
Support the development of consistent technical interpretations and guidance.

Core Competencies

Below are the core competencies, knowledge, and skills required to be successful in this role:

Experience of working in a technical, engineering or process-driven environment
Ability to interpret technical documentation, specifications and structured data
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in technical work
Ability to apply structured thinking to technical or process-based challenges
Strong analytical thinking and structured problem-solving capability
Ability to manage tasks and priorities in a deadline-driven environment
Clear and effective communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external stakeholders
Digital literacy, including experience with structured systems or databases
Eligibility to work within the UK.

Desirable Competencies

Degree or Level 6 qualification in engineering or related discipline, or equivalent experience
Experience in motorsport, automotive, engineering or regulated technical environments
Understanding of technical compliance, approval or certification processes
Exposure to working with manufacturers, suppliers or technical stakeholders
Familiarity with structured workflows, quality systems or process improvement
Exposure to regulatory, compliance or approval-based environments.

Benefits

Competitive salary
25 days of Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
5% pension contribution from Motorsport UK
Private Medical Healthcare Cover
Financial, Physical and Mental wellbeing support
4 x Annual Salary Life Assurance
Breakdown cover
Free on site parking
Access to a host of other member / staff benefits
How to apply: To apply for this vacancy, please forward a copy of your CV and Cover Letter to jointheteam@motorsportuk.org