Sub-Assembly Technician (Dampers / Hydraulics)

Cadillac F1 Team; Silverstone; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading motorsport team in Silverstone is seeking a skilled individual to play a crucial role in the assembly and servicing of high-performance sub-assemblies. The ideal candidate will have experience in motorsport and a meticulous approach to quality and safety. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team focused on innovation and performance excellence. A commitment to Health & Safety standards is essential.

Benefits

Industry-leading pension

Generous time off

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven background in the assembly and servicing of Formula 1 or high-level motorsport components.
• Ability to interpret complex technical drawings and follow detailed build procedures.
• A proactive, methodical, and analytical approach to fault diagnosis.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work under pressure.
• Flexible, resilient, and collaborative with a commitment to team success.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, service, and maintain hydraulic/damper sub-assemblies to high standards.
• Maintain comprehensive and accurate build records ensuring traceability.
• Collaborate cross-functionally for timely delivery of components.
• Maintain workshop tooling, rigs, and workspace organization.
• Service pit equipment ensuring reliability during tests and races.

Skills

Assembly and servicing of motorsport components

Interpreting technical drawings

Fault diagnosis and technical problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Understanding of Health & Safety standards

Job 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.

A New Chapter Begins.

Fueled by bold ambition
Play your part in getting us on the grid.

Closing Date: 25th August 2025

You will play a crucial role in the assembly, servicing, and maintenance of high-performance sub-assemblies. Your meticulous approach will directly contribute to the performance, reliability, and safety of the car — ensuring components are delivered to exacting standards.

Working closely with the Race Team and Engineering departments, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate build documentation, supporting rigorous development and testing programmes, and championing continuous improvement in component performance and reliability.

• Assemble, service, and maintain hydraulic/damper sub-assemblies to the highest quality standards
• Maintain comprehensive and accurate build records, ensuring full traceability and compliance with technical documentation
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure the timely delivery of components for car build and race operations
• Maintain workshop tooling, rigs, and general workspace organisation to promote efficiency and cleanliness
• Service and maintain pit equipment, ensuring reliability across all test and race environments

Driven by high performance
What do you need to bring to the team?

• Proven background in the assembly and servicing of Formula 1 or high-level motorsport components, with hands-on expertise in hydraulics, dampers
• Ability to interpret complex technical drawings and follow detailed build procedures with exceptional precision
• A proactive, methodical, and analytical approach to fault diagnosis and technical challenges
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure
• Flexible, resilient, and collaborative, with a strong commitment to team success and operational excellence
• Comprehensive understanding of Health & Safety standards and a personal commitment to working safely at all times

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.

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 The Cadillac Formula 1 Team, 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.