Head of T&V in Silverstone

Overview: 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 are 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.

Responsibilities: As the Head of T&V, you will lead the T&V group to support the Structures and Design groups with car homologation and car systems evaluation, performance and reliability testing. Liaising with the Deputy Chief Designer, you will plan and execute all homologation and testing requirements along with defining jigs and fixturing to meet the testing and supporting the in-season proof testing to meet the program objectives in a safe working environment.

• Develop and maintain in-house proof loading, car homologation and systems test facilities to support programme requirements.
• Plan and manage departmental workflow to ensure efficient utilisation of resources and timely delivery of testing activities.
• Provide technical guidance to the department in the configuration and execution of tests, reviewing and approving results and conclusions to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• In collaboration with Design and Test & Validation capacity, ensure that all jigs, rigs and fixtures required to support departmental activities are suitable, safe and available in line with programme timelines, incorporating efficiency improvements where identified.
• Define and implement servicing and maintenance plans for rigs and tools, ensuring activities are scheduled outside of peak operational periods and that accurate service records are maintained.
• Ensure that formal test requests are defined for all testing activities and establish a robust, traceable reporting database.
• Work closely with the department to maintain a safe working environment, proactively identifying Health & Safety risks and driving effective mitigation actions.
• Act as a proactive ambassador for team values and behaviours, promoting clear, consistent communication across the organisation.
• Maintain a visible and proactive approach to Health & Safety, compliance, policies and best practices, ensuring these are clearly understood and consistently applied.

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

• Experience in Testing and Validation or R&D in high end Motorsport, Aerospace or Automotive.
• Experience in leading teams of Engineers and Technicians to deliver results often within time constraints, delegating where necessary.
• Experience of Testing equipment and jigs to support the business needs and identifying improvements to bring in efficiency.
• Experience of Design for Manufacture, especially relating to CNC Machining, Additive Manufacturing and Fabrication.
• Competent in IT, including MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint etc.) and CAD literate. Experience of 3DX is desirable.
• Positively contribute to an open and inclusive culture.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

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 do 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.