Model Technician

Motorsport Network; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Cadillac Formula 1 is seeking a Model Technician to join their new team at Silverstone. This role involves producing and testing components for wind tunnel testing while contributing to a high-performance culture and tackling technical challenges. Candidates should have experience in motorsport model-making, strong attention to detail, and excellent interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Manufacture wind tunnel project parts/assemblies to a high standard.
• Support Lead Technicians and build large mechanical assemblies.
• Work with Model Design Engineers to improve efficiency.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Job description

Description

Location: Silverstone, UK

Reporting to: Model Shop Manager

Department: Model Shop

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. To achieve our goals, we need to create and sustain a high-performance culture in every area. We have ambitious plans to build an outstanding operation that can compete at the highest level.

From exceptional Engineering and Design talent to a world-class race team, supported by specialists in off-track roles - we are assembling the expertise needed to drive this operation forward and compete at the highest level.

Being a part of this team, will accelerate your career. Take a closer look at the role:

Job description:
We have an opportunity for a Model Technician to join the Cadillac Formula 1 at the new Silverstone Facility. In this role you will work within a group of technicians in the Model Shop and Wind Tunnel environments, to produce, deliver and test high quality test components and assemblies for wind tunnel testing. At Cadillac Formula 1, 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.

What you will be doing:

• Ensure wind tunnel project parts/assemblies are manufactured to a high standard and to the required deadlines.

• Support the Lead Technicians with the Model Shop workload and meeting targets.
• Build large mechanical assemblies for the Wind Tunnel model.
• Identify technical challenges and support in diagnosing/solving problems.
• Work with the Model Design Engineers to improve the efficiency of model changes, and the quality of model parts.
• Support the management of Health and Safety requirements.
• You will be required to travel as part of this role on a regular basis.

Requirements

• Current experience of Wind Tunnel model part preparation, and Wind Tunnel testing.
• Strong experience in model-making in a high-level motorsport environment.
• Good knowledge of mechanical installations and assemblies.
• Possess a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills.
• Able to perform duties in a timely manner with minimal errors.
• Clear and concise communication, verbally and with the use of email.
• Positively contribute to an open and inclusive culture.

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.

This job description reflects the major tasks to be carried out by the postholder and identifies the level of responsibility at which the postholder will be required to work. Subject to the discretion of the Company, the postholder will carry out the duties specified above together with such other duties or tasks for the Company as reasonably required.You may also be required to perform additional duties for the Company from time to time commensurate with your skills and experience.

Please be aware that we will be reviewing applicants on a rolling basis and this job posting will close once a suitable candidate is identified. We encourage all interested individuals to submit their application as soon as possible. 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.