Junior Aerodynamics Rapid Prototype Technician

Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading Formula One team as a Junior Rapid Prototype Technician. Support the Applied Science Manufacturing team by operating rapid prototype machines and ensuring high standards in part preparation. Contribute to a culture of innovation and excellence in a competitive environment.

Benefits

On-site gym

Subsidized restaurant

EV charging stations

Private medical cover

Life assurance

25 days of holiday

Qualifications

• Experience in parts preparation and finishing is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain Rapid Prototype machines.
• Prepare and finish model components to required standards.
• Support machine programming activities.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Organization

Job description

Junior Rapid Prototype Technician

Brackley, UK

At the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team, a passionate and dedicated team works to design, develop, manufacture, and race our cars with the goal of winning world championships each year.

Whether in Operations, Technical, Race, or Business Support functions, everyone contributes to building the greatest team in our sport's history.

Every individual plays a vital role. We leave no stone unturned in our pursuit of every tenth of a second. Our sport's history is long and storied, and we continue to write it with renewed effort each year. While a few names are remembered, it is the many who shape our legacy.

We are seeking a Junior Rapid Prototype Technician to support the Applied Science Manufacturing team. This is a fixed-term contract until April 2026.

About the role:

• Operate and maintain Rapid Prototype machines.
• Prepare and finish model components to the required standards.
• Maintain delivery accuracy by updating electronic status systems.
• Support machine programming activities.
• Establish best practices and cost-effective manufacturing and surface finishing solutions.
• Prioritize workload with RP programmers to ensure on-time delivery.
• Operate processes safely, following manufacturer recommendations and risk assessments.
• Manage and maintain stock of consumables used in part preparation.
• Assist in developing and supporting departmental processes and procedures.

Candidate profile:

• Good hand coordination and attention to detail.
• Well-organized and focused on meeting deadlines in a high-pressure environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.
• High standards of care, cleanliness, and work environment maintenance.
• Excellent communication skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Experience in parts preparation and finishing is advantageous.

Benefits:

Our riverside campus is powered by 100% renewable energy and features an on-site gym, exercise studio, subsidized restaurant, and EV charging stations.

We offer a competitive benefits package, including a bonus scheme, Mercedes car lease scheme, private medical cover, life assurance, and 25 days of holiday. We are committed to a family-friendly environment and employee well-being programs.

Why us:

Our people are at the core of our performance. Each team member has a voice and contributes to our success on and off the track. We foster an innovative, collaborative, high-performance culture where everyone is respected, empowered, and valued.

Through our Accelerate 25 program, we strive to enhance diversity and inclusion. We believe that regardless of your background, working with us will be rewarding and enriching.

Your application:

We ask you to complete a questionnaire and submit a cover letter and CV. Please upload your documents as a single PDF file.