Build Specification Engineer

Cadillac F1 Team; Silverstone; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading pension

Generous time off

Job summary

The Cadillac Formula 1 Team seeks a Build Specification Engineer to own and manage the car’s documented technical definition and build specifications across all events. You will define what is fitted to each car, when it is fitted, and in what configuration, aligning design, production, assembly and race operations for technical coherence.

As central interface across Design Engineering, Production, Manufacturing, and Trackside Operations, you will ensure timely delivery, accurate part allocation

Qualifications

• Experienced engineer with a strong understanding of a modern Formula 1 car.
• Comfortable owning and developing a role with minimal guidance/assistance.
• Confident working cross-functionally and asking the right questions.
• Strong communicator; proactive rather than reactive.
• Understands production processes (composites, machining, assembly) at a system level.

Responsibilities

• Owning the build specification of each car for each event, including rig and dyno events, recognizing that cars and assemblies may differ in configuration race-to-race.
• Defining what components are fitted to which car, when, and in what specification, including tracking configuration differences.
• Acting as the central interface between Design Engineering, Production and Manufacturing, Assembly and Build Engineering, Race Team and Trackside Operations.
• Liaising with production teams to understand Part availability, Manufacturing timelines, Constraints or risks to delivery.
• Ensuring that the correct quantity of parts is available and allocated appropriately across cars and events.
• Communicating build specifications and UIIL information clearly to all relevant stakeholders, including regulatory bodies, to ensure alignment and avoid ambiguity.

Skills

Engineering expertise

Cross-functional collaboration

Strong communication

System-level understanding

Job description

Closing Date: Friday 24th July 2026

The Build Specification Engineer will own and manage the car’s documented technical definition and build specifications across all events. This role is responsible for defining what is fitted to each car, when it is fitted, and in what configuration, recognizing that specifications may vary from race to race. You will act as the central coordination point, aligning design, production, assembly, and race operations to ensure technical coherence and operational readiness.

Key Responsibilities

• Owning the build specification of each car for each event, including rig and dyno events, recognizing that cars and assemblies may differ in configuration race-to-race
• Defining what components are fitted to which car, when, and in what specification, including tracking configuration differences
• Acting as the central interface between Design Engineering, Production and Manufacturing, Assembly and Build Engineering, Race Team and Trackside Operations
• Liaising with production teams to understand Part availability, Manufacturing timelines, Constraints or risks to delivery
• Ensuring that the correct quantity of parts is available and allocated appropriately across cars and events
• Communicating build specifications and UIIL information clearly to all relevant stakeholders, including regulatory bodies, to ensure alignment and avoid ambiguity

Qualifications

• Experienced engineer with a strong understanding of a modern Formula 1® car
• Comfortable owning and developing a role with minimal guidance/assistance
• Confident working cross-functionally and asking the right questions
• Strong communicator; proactive rather than reactive
• Understands production processes (composites, machining, assembly) at a system level

The Cadillac Formula 1® Team challenges conventions and redefines success through bold ambition, cutting-edge innovation, and an unwavering commitment to precision and excellence—on and off the track. This includes offering industry-leading pension, generous time off and, as part of a global brand, huge potential for career development.

As an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply.

At The Cadillac Formula 1® Team, all Team Members are expected to actively support and uphold our policies and procedures, including those focused on Environmental responsibility, Sustainability initiatives, Inclusion and Health and Safety practices.

Please note that additional security checks may be required as part of the recruitment process. This may include a background check covering a minimum of the past five years and a criminal record check.