Model Maker

Hendrick Motorsport; Grove; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading motorsport company is seeking a highly skilled individual to join their Aerodynamics department. The chosen candidate will be responsible for manufacturing and testing model parts for their wind tunnel facility, collaborating closely with the Aero Design and Test Teams. This role requires strong attention to detail, project management capabilities, and the ability to work under pressure in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Preferred previous experience with metrology applications.
• Competent under pressure.
• Flexible approach to working hours.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture and test model parts for the wind tunnel.
• Work closely with Aero Design Team to improve processes.
• Maintain high standards of presentation in the facility.

Skills

Strong knowledge of standard IT packages

Strong project management skills

Ability to take initiative

Strong attention to detail

Good interpersonal skills

Job description

Working within the Aerodynamics department, the individual will work in the Model Shop as part of a highly professional and ambitious team. Manufacturing and testing high quality 60% model scale parts to test in our industry leading Wind Tunnel.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manufacture and test model parts for the wind tunnel
• Working closely with Model Design/Aero and Aero Test Facilities to achieve project demand
• Keeping full traceability of all parts on the Model(s) and within the Departments
• Making sure the pre-fit model is kept in a state of readiness for pre-fitting
• Work closely with the Aero Design Team to identify areas for improvement that would provide faster model change times whilst maintaining model part quality
• Raises faults in the Aero faults system so they can be closed in a timely manner
• Always be open and assist in identifying Improvements within the Aero Production Process
• To role model behaviours in line with the company policies and procedures, for example; Health & Safety
• Maintain high standard of staff and department presentation, as appropriate for a showcase facility visited by potential sponsors and other VIPs

Core Skills and Experience:

Core skills that would be required for this role include:

• Strong knowledge of standard IT packages (Microsoft etc.)
• Strong project management skills
• Ability to take initiative and respond quickly and effectively to problems
• Flexible approach to working hours at busier times of the year in the car programme
• Strong attention to detail
• Competent under pressure
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with team members well
• Preferred previous experience with metrology applications
• Good knowledge of building mechanical assembly’s

Please note, this role may be expected to complete alternative or additional duties from time to time as required by the needs of the business, at the discretion of the management team.

Company Description

For almost 50 years, Williams Racing has been at the forefront of one of the fastest sports on the planet, being one of the top three most successful teams in history competing in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship. With an almost unrivalled heritage of engineering and racing F1 cars and unforgettable eras that demonstrate it is a force to be reckoned with, the British squad boasts 16 F1 World Championship titles to its name.

Since its foundation in 1977 by the eminent, late Sir Frank Williams and engineering pioneer Sir Patrick Head, the team has won nine Constructors’ Championships, in association with Cosworth, Honda and Renault. Its roll call of drivers is legendary, with its seven Drivers’ Championship trophies being lifted by true icons of the sport: Alan Jones, Keke Rosberg, Nelson Piquet, Nigel Mansell, Alain Prost, Damon Hill and Jacques Villeneuve. The team has made history before and is out to make it again with a long-term mission to evolve and return to the front of the grid.

Additional Information

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Atlassian Williams Racing is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments.