Weekend Model Maker

Visa Cash App RB F1 Team; Bedford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tailored training

Company events

Annual salary review

Meal tickets

Free additional health insurance

Job summary

A leading motorsport team is seeking an experienced Weekend Model Maker to enhance the development of their F1 race car. You will be responsible for model assembly and collaboration with various teams at the Bedford wind tunnel facility. This role requires previous automotive experience, attention to detail, and flexibility to work on weekends. The position offers training, meal tickets, and additional health insurance.

Qualifications

• Previous automotive experience is welcome; F1 experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of part manufacture and model assembly.
• Flexibility to work weekends and adjust to project demands.

Responsibilities

• Work with the model shop staff to develop wind tunnel models.
• Investigate new technologies for parts and procedures.
• Manage timelines to ensure timely delivery of models.

Skills

Automotive experience

Engineering experience

High-quality part manufacture

Model assembly techniques

Collaboration

Job description

Overview

We are looking for an experienced Weekend Model Maker to be responsible for assembly of the models, preparing parts and assemblies in line with our Aerodynamic program, to enhance the development of our F1 race car and liaise with other Model Makers, Model Design, Mechanical Design, Aerodynamicists and the Additive Manufacturing team to provide parts for wind tunnel testing. The role will be based at our wind tunnel facility in Bedford and will include working on shift patterns to meet the demanding needs of the F1 program.

Responsibilities

• Work with the model shop staff and Aerodynamics department to develop wind tunnel models and testing programs.
• Investigate new technologies and concepts for parts and procedures.
• Create and maintain a positive, cohesive work environment to promote growth and progression.
• Communicate effectively with internal groups to ensure parts are tested on time to the highest quality.
• Execute day-to-day tasks with a strong eye for detail and a can-do attitude.
• Manage timelines to ensure timely delivery of high-class models and parts for the dynamic test program.

Professionalism

• Maintain good relationships with all staff and support workers.
• Provide flexible attendance and attitude in line with the role’s requirements.
• Work in a professional manner at all times and promote a positive image for the department, team and sponsors.

Experience needed

• Previous automotive experience is welcome; engineering experience and ideally F1 experience is preferred.
• Strong understanding of high-quality part manufacture and model assembly techniques, including mechanical systems awareness.
• Flexibility to work weekends and adjust to fluctuating demands and schedules as required by project timelines.
• Flexibility to work on shifts and availability to work at the Bedford wind tunnel facility.
• Ability to scope tasks thoroughly with limited assistance and work under pressure, delivering to tight deadlines.
• Willingness to help improve processes and provide timely information and communications.
• Ability to collaborate professionally with colleagues and teams.

What we offer

• A young, collaborative and international environment.
• Tailored training.
• Company events and briefings.
• Annual salary review process.
• Meal tickets.
• Free additional health insurance.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Production

Location: Bedford, England, United Kingdom