Lead Model Technician

TN United Kingdom; Newport; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading motorsport team is seeking a Lead Model Technician to supervise the Model Shop and Wind Tunnel operations. This role involves managing a team, ensuring high-quality production of test components, and collaborating with engineers to enhance model efficiency. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in motorsport model-making and strong leadership skills, contributing to a high-performance culture.

Qualifications

• Experience in Wind Tunnel model part preparation and testing.
• Extensive model-making experience in a high-level motorsport environment.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Supervising a team to produce and deliver development projects.
• Ensuring high standards and deadlines for Wind Tunnel parts.
• Mentoring junior team members.

Skills

Mechanical installations

Attention to detail

Leadership

Communication

Tools

Metrology equipment

Job description

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Join Cadillac Formula 1 - 2026 FIA Formula One World Championship

Cadillac Formula 1 is excited to be on the grid for the 2026 FIA Formula One World Championship. Our new team is gearing up for rapid growth and aims to build a high-performance culture across all areas. We have ambitious plans to create an outstanding operation capable of competing at the highest level.

We are assembling a team with exceptional Engineering and Design talent, supported by specialists in off-track roles, to drive this operation forward and compete at the top.

Joining this team will accelerate your career. Take a closer look at the role:

Job Description:

Work within a group of Lead Model Technicians in the Model Shop and Wind Tunnel environment, supervising a team of Model Shop Technicians to produce, deliver, and test high-quality test components and assemblies for Wind Tunnel testing.

What you will be doing:

1. Keeping on track with the Model Shop workload and meeting the targets of the Aerodynamic testing program.
2. Supervising a small team to produce and deliver development projects to the Wind Tunnel.
3. Ensuring Wind Tunnel project parts/assemblies are manufactured to a high standard and meet deadlines.
4. Building large, complex mechanical assemblies for the Wind Tunnel model.
5. Dealing with technical challenges and diagnosing/solving problems.
6. Collaborating with Model Design Engineers to improve the efficiency of Model changes and the quality of Model parts.
7. Mentoring junior team members.
8. Supporting the management of Health and Safety requirements.

Requirements:

• Experience in Wind Tunnel model part preparation and wind tunnel testing.
• Extensive model-making experience in a high-level motorsport environment, preferably F1.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical installations and assemblies.
• Experience with metrology equipment.
• High accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to perform duties timely with minimal errors.
• Effective leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Clear and concise communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Willingness to travel regularly, including weekends.

Please note that additional security checks, including background and criminal record checks, may be required.

We review applications on a rolling basis, and this posting closes once a suitable candidate is found. We encourage early applications. As an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds.

This job description outlines the major tasks and responsibilities. The Company may assign additional duties as needed, based on your skills and experience.