Andrew Cone
Brackley,Northamptonshire
Summary
A seasoned professional with expertise in trackside operations and shakedown support, demonstrating leadership as a No.1 Technician. Skilled in high-performance vehicle build and setup, fault finding, and rapid rectification, ensuring time-critical build delivery. Proficient in engineering liaison both trackside and factory, with a strong focus on garage and equipment management. Adept at mechanical systems assembly and data feedback for issue reporting, aiming to drive excellence in automotive engineering projects.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
No.1 Build Technician – Hypercar Programme
KW Special Projects / McLaren Automotive
06.2024 - 03.2026
- No.1 Technician on the McLaren Solus GT programme
- Led a build team delivering high-performance vehicles to motorsport-level standards
- Ran vehicles during track shakedowns and customer events
- Diagnosed and rectified faults in high-pressure, time-critical environments
- Maintained garage equipment and tooling to ensure maximum efficiency trackside
- Worked directly with engineers to resolve performance and build issues
- Lead Prototype Build Technician
Lead Prototype Build Technician
Arrival Ltd.
03.2019 - 06.2024
- Led prototype builds within a fast-paced EV programme
- Managed team workloads, build sequencing, and deadlines
- Supported vehicle validation, diagnostics, and system integration
- Liaised with engineering teams to resolve design and build challenges
Volvo Press Technician
BCA Automotive
01.2010 - 01.2019
- Vehicle servicing, diagnostics, and preparation for high-profile press events
Wind Tunnel Technician
Williams F1 Team
09.2009 - 03.2010
- Operated wind tunnel and rolling road systems for aerodynamic testing
- Conducted model changes and ensured test accuracy under strict time constraints
- Worked within a highly structured, performance-driven engineering team
Rally Technician – Subaru World Rally Team
Prodrive
01.2002 - 04.2009
- Built and ran cars for the Subaru World Rally Team
- Part of a championship-winning Production WRC team
- Operated as No.1 Technician delivering builds under tight deadlines
- Supported international rally events and vehicle development
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Motor Vehicle Mechanics
North Oxfordshire College
Banbury, Oxfordshire 09.2000 - 06.2003
Skills
- Trackside Operations & Shakedown Support
- No1 Technician Leadership
- High-Performance Vehicle Build & Setup
- Fault Finding & Rapid Rectification
- Engineering Liaison (Trackside & Factory)
- Garage & Equipment Management
- Time-Critical Build Delivery
- Mechanical Systems & Assembly
- Data Feedback & Issue Reporting
Certification
- NVQ Level 3 – Motor Vehicle Engineering
- High Voltage (HaV) Competent & Authorised Person
- IMI Level 2 – Electric Vehicles
- IMI Level 3 – Refrigerant Handling
- First Aid at Work (Level 3)
Additional
- Full clean UK driving licence (BE)
- BBC documentary “Foot in the Door” participant (motorsport career insight)
Timeline
No.1 Build Technician – Hypercar Programme
KW Special Projects / McLaren Automotive
06.2024 - 03.2026
Lead Prototype Build Technician
Arrival Ltd.
03.2019 - 06.2024
Volvo Press Technician
BCA Automotive
01.2010 - 01.2019
Wind Tunnel Technician
Williams F1 Team
09.2009 - 03.2010
Rally Technician – Subaru World Rally Team
Prodrive
01.2002 - 04.2009
NVQ Level 3 - Motor Vehicle Mechanics
North Oxfordshire College
09.2000 - 06.2003