Lead Model Technician

Cadillac Formula 1 Team; Three Rivers; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

Description

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:

Work within a group of Lead Model Technicians in the Model Shop and Wind Tunnel environment, supervising a team of Model Shop Technicians to produce, deliver and test high quality test components and assemblies for Wind Tunnel testing.

What you will be doing:

• Keep on track with the Model Shop workload and meet the targets of the Aerodynamic testing program.
• Supervise a small team to produce and deliver the development projects to the Wind Tunnel.
• Ensure Wind Tunnel project parts/assemblies are manufactured to a high standard and to the required deadlines.
• Build large complex mechanical assemblies for the Wind Tunnel model.
• Deal with technical challenges and diagnose/solve problems.
• Work 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.

Requirements

• Current experience of Wind Tunnel model part preparation, and wind tunnel testing.
• Extensive experience in model-making in a high-level motorsport environment (preferably F1).
• Strong knowledge of mechanical installations and assemblies.
• Experience and knowledge of metrology equipment.
• 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.
• Willingness to travel regularly throughout the year, including at weekends.

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.