Born in the white heat of Formula 1, PurpleSector is an engineering-led, data-driven consultancy that solves complex, high-value challenges.
With a team of over 60 engineers and data scientists, we use race-derived tools, technologies and techniques to uncover critical insights, prototype and validate solutions, and embed lasting performance improvements. Our mission is to decode complexity, unlock efficiency, and deliver measurable results at race pace - turning challenges into performance gains in weeks, not months.
Role Overview
We are looking for a practical early-career engineer with a genuine curiosity for hardware. You will help prototype, upgrade and productionise PurpleSector devices including logger boxes, communications equipment and sensor sets, supporting the complete journey from an initial idea through build, test, installation and maintenance.
Hands-on experimentation and safe, robust builds over desk-based theory alone
Simple, serviceable hardware that works reliably in demanding environments
Careful configuration, testing, documentation and ownership of physical assets
A Formula 1 mindset: curiosity, precision, pace and continuous improvement
This role suits someone who enjoys making, testing and improving physical systems and wants to see their work operating on real client equipment.
Location: Thursley, Surrey (must live within 30 minutes of the office or be willing to relocate).
Key Responsibilities:
Prototype and assemble logger boxes, communications devices, sensor sets and supporting hardware
Upgrade existing systems and help turn successful prototypes into robust, repeatable products
Select, order and manage components, materials, tools and replacement parts
Create and maintain practical drawings, wiring diagrams, bills of materials and build records
Wire, configure and test sensors, power supplies, communications equipment and data-acquisition hardware
Investigate faults, record test results and implement practical improvements
Install, commission and maintain hardware at PurpleSector and client sites
Work closely with instrumentation, software and data teams to ensure complete systems perform as intended
General Requirements:
Recently completed a degree in electronic, electrical, mechatronic, mechanical or systems engineering, or a closely related subject
A strong practical interest in electronics, sensors, wiring, communications and physical prototyping
Comfortable using basic workshop and electrical test equipment safely and methodically
Able to read and create clear drawings, wiring information and build documentation
Organised and willing to take ownership of ordering, configuration, testing, installation and maintenance tasks
Flexible to travel to client sites in the UK and Europe; an interest in motorsport is desirable
Employee Benefits (subject to contract eligibility):
25 days' holiday (pro-rated for part time employees)
Pension (4% employee, 5% employer)
Life insurance x 4 of salary
Healthcare (after 6 month probation)
Income Protection (after 6 month probation)
Employee Assistance Scheme
Up to 10% discretionary annual bonus (based on individual/company performance)
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