Cadillac Formula 1® Team
Senior Model Technician
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Closing Date: Friday 21 August 2026
Fueled by bold ambition
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 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
- Occasional travel to Germany required
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What do we need from you?
- 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.
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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.
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