Circuit Engineer

About The Role

At Formula 1 our vision is to unleash the greatest racing spectacle on the planet.  Our key to success is an organisation that values passion, integrity, and respect. To help deliver against this global vision we are seeking a Circuit Engineer to join the Circuit Logistics team at Formula 1.

Reporting to the Circuit Logistics Team Manager, this role is responsible for coordinating and planning permanent and temporary requirements at F1 events for Formula One Management Limited and associated companies.

Based at our Media and Technology Centre in Biggin Hill, this is a varied and rewarding role where proactivity and initiative are always required.

In this role you will be required to:

  • Travel to up to 10 races per year for possibly up to 12 days at a time
  • Liaise with FOM departments regarding F1 systems equipment locations and to prepare and compile drawings of circuit equipment layout and rig plan, team garage/paddock allocations, Broadcast Centre and TV Compound layouts and other drawings as required
  • Use AutoCAD to prepare drawings must be comfortable with the use of XREFs, attributed blocks and dynamic block creation
  • Act as liaison between FOM, the circuit, the FIA, and outside contractors at the circuit to facilitate the smooth running of the Grand Prix from the Company’s perspective
  • Carry out GPS, Total station and laser scanning surveys of track and other areas as required using Trimble R10 / SX10 survey equipment
  • Carry out measured building surveys of garages including services and surveys of other buildings such as the control tower etc.
  • Liaise with the Circuit and FIA personnel to identify track safety lines and marshal light positions
  • Always operate safely in line with Company health and safety requirements
  • Undertake other duties within your capabilities as your manager may assign to you from time to time
  • Undertake mandatory training within the specified time limits

About You

With strong communication skills and excellent attention to detail, you will be highly organised and be able to work under pressure unsupervised or as part of a team. 

Essential

  • Degree, ONC or HND/HNC in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or Building Studies
  • Experience in a civil engineering or construction environment
  • Proficient with AutoCAD
  • Ability to use Total station / GPS survey equipment and associated software
  • EU driving license
  • Freedom and desire to frequently travel internationally, up to 10 times each year

Desirable:

  • Experience of Laser scanning
  • Reside near Biggin Hill, Kent

For further information, please view the attached job description in the additional information section.

If you have the skills and experience required for this role and would like to be considered for the position, please follow the link, and apply online.

As a united team we achieve great things together.  Are you ready to unleash your potential at F1?