About this role
Put race car components to the test before they’re put to work:
The Opportunity
We're looking for an R&D Test & Service Technician to join our R&D team in Banbury, supporting the testing and servicing of race car components and pit equipment.
You'll work across performance, reliability and proof testing, using R&D test equipment, load frames, loggers and sensors to inspect components, identify faults and deliver accurate results within the time-critical environment of Formula 1. The role also involves travelling with the Race Team, reporting to the Chief Mechanic when trackside.
What You'll Do
- Carry out component testing for performance, reliability and proof testing, including non-destructive testing of race car components and pit equipment.
- Inspect in-service car components during turnaround.
- Perform non-destructive testing on both on-car and off-car components, following defined processes.
- Carry out service and proof testing in accordance with established test procedures.
- Operate R&D test equipment, loggers and sensors.
- Operate load-frame test equipment and follow associated testing procedures.
- Document and publish clear reports on test results and fault-finding.
- Work with the R&D Team Leader to implement research and development tests as required.
- Work methodically to strict deadlines, identifying issues and contributing to timely solutions.
- What We're Looking For
- GCSE, High School diploma or equivalent.
- 5 years' experience in a similar role or motorsport environment, preferably Formula 1.
- Strong mechanical understanding gained within a high-level motorsport environment.
- Essential knowledge of MTS Software, MTS Controller and Servo Test Controller.
- Understanding of component tracking, report writing and technical drawings.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and information relating to assembly, updates and modifications.
- Experience inspecting carbon composite components, with an understanding of manufacturing processes.
- Good understanding of race car mechanical systems, enabling you to contribute to fault and performance investigations.
- High attention to detail and the ability to maintain consistently high standards in time-sensitive, high-pressure situations.
- It Would Be an Advantage If You Also Have
- Further education through Trade School, an Apprenticeship or University Degree.
- Knowledge of 3D scanning, including AS1 absolute scanner and GoScan.
- Experience with Microsoft Office and Microsoft Dynamics 365.
- Why Haas Is Different
TGR Haas F1 Team has been competing in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship for the past decade. With more than 200 Grand Prix starts, we're an ambitious challenger with teams across the US, UK and Italy.
We're a racing team, not a corporate machine. That means greater exposure across the business, wider visibility and the opportunity to see where your contribution makes a difference.
- Yes, you'll learn from us, but we expect to learn from you too.
What We Offer
We look after our people with competitive rewards and bonuses alongside year-round health and wellbeing programmes, providing the support and tools to help you perform at your best.
- Join our team and make your passion your profession.
- Notice
Due to the nature of the organisation, all employees of TGR Haas F1 Team are required to be security cleared to National Security Vetting standards. If successful in your application, we would support you with the NSV process. As a guideline only, you would normally need to have been a UK resident for the last 5 consecutive years. Further confirmation can be found on the Civil Aviation Authority National Security Vetting (NSV) website Open www.caa.co.uk/commercial-industry/security/national-security-vetting/
If you have not been a UK resident for the last 5 consecutive years, please be prepared to request an Overseas Criminal Records Check for these countries as you will be asked to provide this for referencing and security checks if you are successful.