Formula 1 Race Mechanic - Factory & Trackside Specialist

Cadillac Formula 1 Team; Towcester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Cadillac Formula 1 Team is seeking a No.2 Race Mechanic to join our factory-based race operations and help assemble, maintain, and continually develop our Formula 1 cars. You will work alongside No.1 Mechanics, Engineers, and Operations to ensure vehicles meet the highest standards of quality, reliability, and performance.

There may be opportunities to support selected Formula 1 race and test events through a structured trackside rotation, contributing directly to vehicle readiness and

Responsibilities

• Assemble, service, maintain, and rebuild Formula 1 cars and components in accordance with engineering specifications, build procedures, and quality standards
• Deliver all build, maintenance, and preparation activities to agreed timelines while maintaining exceptional standards of workmanship, accuracy, and reliability
• Complete build documentation, inspection reports, component lifing records, and checklists to ensure full traceability and compliance
• Conduct planned maintenance, fault diagnosis, repairs, and root cause investigations, implementing corrective actions to maximise vehicle performance and reliability
• Identify, escalate, and support the resolution of technical, quality, and build-related issues
• Prepare and maintain race and test equipment, tooling, spares, and workshop assets to the highest operational standards
• Support simulator, rig, development, and test programmes as required
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production, and Operations teams to ensure vehicle readiness and successful programme delivery
• Attend selected Formula 1 events, supporting car preparation, servicing, repairs, setup changes, pit stop practice, and trackside operations as required
• Build effective working relationships across Mechanical, Engineering, Operations, and wider team functions, contributing to a collaborative and high-performing team environment
• Support continuous improvement initiatives through knowledge sharing, problem solving, and the adoption of best practices
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment, ensuring all tools, equipment, and components are properly controlled and maintained
• Operate in accordance with all company procedures, quality standards, health and safety requirements, and regulatory obligations

Job description

Cadillac Formula 1 Team is seeking a No.2 Race Mechanic to join our factory-based race operations and help assemble, maintain, and continually develop our Formula 1 cars. You will work alongside No.1 Mechanics, Engineers, and Operations to ensure vehicles meet the highest standards of quality, reliability, and performance.

There may be opportunities to support selected Formula 1 race and test events through a structured trackside rotation, contributing directly to vehicle readiness and