Aerodynamics Model Technician

At the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team, a group of passionate and determined people work to design, develop, manufacture and race the cars with the aim of fighting for world championships each and every year.

About the Role: An exciting new opportunity has opened for a Model Technician to join our Model Shop team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the manufacture and assembly of aerodynamic models and related parts for development and testing. The role also encompasses the responsibility of assisting in development tests in the Wind Tunnel.

The role will be working an early/late shift pattern which is working Monday to Friday on a weekly rotation; with early shift starting at 06:00 and finishing 15:00 and late shift starting 14:00 and finishing at 23:15.

Key Accountabilities (Duties):

• Preparation of parts for use on the Wind Tunnel model from a variety of different manufacturing processes.
• The assembly and checking of Wind Tunnel models to design and development specifications.
• Executing model changes in the Wind Tunnel for aerodynamic development tests and liaison with the aerodynamicists to achieve performance targets.
• Maintaining good quality control for component manufacture.
• Provide technical feedback on the fitment and assembly of components to establish good design practices.
• Aid in the training and development of staff to ensure high level of flexibility within the area.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to establish best practice, improve quality, and productivity on the Wind Tunnel model.
• Ensure processes are operated and carried out safely and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations and department risk assessments.
• Managing and maintaining the stock of consumables used in part preparation.
• Help with the development and support of departmental processes and procedures.
• Support Wind Tunnel tests in accordance with an agreed rota or shift system.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping.

Candidate Profile:

• Good knowledge of working materials used in model production.
• Knowledge of model assembly and fitting model components would be advantageous.
• Flexibility in hours and approach is required, along with a ‘can do’, ‘team playing’ attitude.
• The ability to work under minimal supervision and to strict deadlines is essential.

Benefits:

Our riverside campus is powered by 100% renewably sourced energy and features an on-site gym and exercise studio, subsidised restaurant and on-site parking with EV chargers available. We offer a competitive and attractive package of benefits including a generous bonus scheme, Mercedes car lease scheme, private medical cover, life assurance and 25 days holiday. We pride ourselves on our family-friendly environment and employee well-being programmes.

Why us:

At the heart of our performance are our people. Every member of our team has a voice and plays their part in contributing to our successes on and off the racetrack. We take pride in creating an innovative, collaborative and high-performance culture where all of our team members are respected, empowered and valued. Through our Accelerate 25 programme, we are continuously working to make our team even more diverse and inclusive. Whatever your background, we believe that you will find working with us rewarding and enriching.

Your Application:

We will ask you to complete a questionnaire as well as submitting a cover letter and CV. Please upload your cover letter and CV as one single PDF file.