Electronic Systems Designer

Cadillac Formula 1 Team; Silverstone; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading motorsport team in Silverstone is searching for an Electronic Systems Designer. In this role, you will design electrical systems for high-performance racing, ensuring compliance with FIA regulations. Ideal candidates will have a degree in engineering, experience in motorsport design, and proficiency in tools like CATIA and Zuken E3. Join us to contribute to a cutting-edge team that values innovation and excellence.

Benefits

Industry-leading pension

Generous time off

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level in an engineering subject or equivalent.
• Experience with motorsport wiring harness designs.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD electrical installation design.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical harnesses and components.
• Support electrical installation designs.
• Generate technical documentation for harness manufacturing.

Skills

Electrical system design

Communication protocols

3D CAD

MS Office

Education

Degree in an engineering subject

Tools

Zuken E3

VeSys Electrical

CATIA 3DEXPERIENCE

Job description

Description

The Cadillac Formula 1 Team is what happens when history, purpose and daring talent come together. Backed by TWG Global and GM, our team is uniquely positioned to disrupt Formula 1, bringing a fresh perspective and an unrelenting drive for success. We have the energy of a start-up, with the ideas and originality of a business that always wants to lead, never wants to follow.

We’re building everything from the ground up, from a high-performance car to an inclusive, values-driven culture. We show bold ambition. We combine leadership in innovation with excellence in execution. We are one team. We have the freedom to think differently, the opportunity to shape process and practice, an ego-free environment where people thrive on being challenged by those around them. A historic name behind us. Career-defining moments ahead.

A New Chapter Begins.

Fueled by bold ambition
Play your part in getting us on the grid.

Closing Date: 15th September 2025

We have an opportunity for an Electronic Systems Designer to join The Cadillac Formula 1 Team at Silverstone. In this role you will be responsible for the design of on and off-car electrical and electronic systems. We aspire to be the absolute best in every aspect of our team. Team members are encouraged to challenge established thinking and share their ideas to create an environment where everyone can contribute to our shared success.

• Design of electrical harnesses and associated components, including definition of harness architecture, circuit topology and power distribution
• Support electrical installation design such as harness routing and packaging of electronic components
• Ensure electronic systems and installations fully comply with the FIA technical regulations
• Generation of technical documentation to support harness manufacture, car assembly, car operation and updates
• Support development of off-car systems, internal test facilities and rigs
• Resolution of electronic system faults

Requirements

Driven by high performance
What do you need to bring to the team?

• Educated to degree level in an engineering subject or equivalent
• Experience with the specification and design of top-level motorsport wiring harnesses, including proficiency with electrical system design packages, for example Zuken E3 or VeSys Electrical
• Proficiency in electrical installation design using 3D CAD, ideally using CATIA 3DEXPERIENCE
• Strong levels of IT skills including MS Office, Word, Excel
• Experience with the design of low volume prototype analogue and digital electronic circuits, as well as automotive electronic systems and communication protocols
• Clear and concise communication and ability to plan and manage own workloads
• Self-motivated, innovative and capable of working generally unsupervised to challenging deadlines
  

A team like no other.

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.