Senior Model Technician

Cadillac Formula 1 Team; Silverstone; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading pension

Generous time off

Career development opportunities

Job summary

A leading motorsport team in Silverstone is looking for a skilled technician to join the Wind Tunnel team. Responsibilities include preparing and testing high-quality components for wind tunnel testing, ensuring timely manufacture of parts, and mentoring junior team members. Ideal candidates will possess extensive experience in a high-level motorsport setting, strong mechanical knowledge, and excellent communication skills. This role offers exciting challenges in a dynamic environment focused on innovation and excellence.

Qualifications

• Current experience of Wind Tunnel model part preparation and wind tunnel testing.
• Extensive experience in model-making in a high-level motorsport environment.
• Able to perform duties in a timely manner with minimal errors.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Wind Tunnel project parts/assemblies are manufactured to a high standard.
• Maintain model quality and operate within a Formula 1® Wind Tunnel environment.
• Mentor junior members of the team.

Skills

Wind Tunnel model part preparation

Mechanical installations and assemblies

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Metrology equipment

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.

Fueled by bold ambition

Play your part in getting us on the grid.

Job Description

In this role, you will work within a team 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. 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
• Carry out changes during Wind Tunnel testing programs, maintain model quality and operate within a Formula 1® Wind Tunnel environment
• Support the Lead Model Technicians with the Model Shop workload and meeting targets
• Build large complex mechanical assemblies for the Wind Tunnel model
• Deal with technical challenges and diagnose/solve problemsWork with the Model Design Engineers to improve the efficiency of model changes, and the quality of model parts
• Mentor junior members of the team
• Support the management of Health and Safety requirements
• Occasional travel to Germany required

Requirements

Driven by high performance

What do you need to bring to the team?

• Current experience of Wind Tunnel model part preparation, and wind tunnel testing
• Extensive experience in model-making in a high-level motorsport environment (preferably Formula 1®)
• Strong knowledge of mechanical installations and assemblies
• Experience and knowledge of metrology equipment
• Willingness to travel regularly throughout the year, including at weekends
• Possess a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and leadership skills
• Able to perform duties in a timely manner with minimal errors
• Ability to lead and mentor others effectively
• Clear and concise communication, verbally and with the use of email
• Positively contribute to an open and inclusive culture

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.

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.

At Cadillac Formula 1® , 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.