When you join a team that never sits still, that’s hungry to make F1 history with every weld, every code, and every email we write, you will find yourself completely immersed in your role. To meet the challenges of competing in the highest class of international motor racing, you’ll help us innovate new ways of getting our team to the top.
Haas F1 is unique on and off the grid, and our most important resource, our soul, is our people, that’s just one reason why you can have so much of an impact here. Every member of our team is a full contributor to our results on the track, no matter which department or country you work in. At Haas F1 you’ll be involved in many different areas of the team, an assortment of projects and plenty of hands-on experience while collaborating with some of the best minds in the world. Yes, you’ll learn from us, but we expect to learn from you too!
Join our team and make your passion your profession!
General Summary:
This position reports to the Factory Operations Team Leader or their designee in Banbury, UK. Responsible for the assembly, servicing and repair of all components fitted to the Haas Formula 1 Race Car. Cover and attend Races Events and Tests as required reporting to the Chief Mechanic when trackside.
Key Responsibilities:
- Promote teamwork and effective communications to develop working relationships between all personnel and departments.
- Responsibility for the cleanliness and condition of your work area
- Following Engineering procedures and protocols as dictated by the Haas F1 Team pertaining to assembly, operation, and safety.
- Collaborate and work cohesively with the Factory Operations Team Leader daily regarding workloads, fault reporting and diagnoses.
- Assume all roles and responsibilities undertaken by the Race Team #2 Mechanic when trackside, guaranteeing that Engineering requirements and set up changes are met promptly, accurately and in a safe and professional manner.
- Ensuring the servicing/builds of components are completed and aligned on the Lifing system.
- Responsible for the maintenance and service of all Pit Stop Equipment as well as Off Car Equipment such as Rigs. Set Up Equipment and Tooling
- Take responsibility for the build/service and specifications of the Spare Chassis’ inline with the expectation of the Chief Mechanic.
- Required to demonstrate a company focused attitude to organize and guide your team whilst keeping moral high under difficult circumstances or tight deadlines.
- Expected to be able to take part in Pit Stops.
- Assist and support chosen departments to facilitate Turnarounds, Engineering Projects, Car Builds and Event Support.
- Report reliability issues as they occur and seek advice before undertaking any out of the ordinary tasks.
- Follow all safety regulations in all venues.
- Assumes any responsibilities and duties delegated by the Factory Operations Team Leader or their designee.
Education and Work Experience:
- Previous experience in a similar mechanical role within Formula 1, World Sports Cars, or F2 is preferred – however consideration will be given to a candidate who can demonstrate professionalism and a sound record of service within the Motorsport Industry.
Specialized Knowledge and Skills:
- A comprehensive mechanical understanding gained in Formula 1 motor racing.
- An ability to read and interpret technical drawings and information pertaining to assembly, periodic updates and modifications.
The ability to consistently work to the highest standards with an exceptional attitude towards attention to detail.
- Basic fabrication and machining skills.
- A sympathetic approach to your work colleagues and an ability to integrate within a group environment.
- A can-do positive approach and a willingness to help others is essential.
- Communication, ability to work under pressure, self-motivation, time management, conflict resolution, adaptability, willingness to learn, etc.
Equipment and Applications:
- Solid computer knowledge, preferred experience in Microsoft Office products, Microsoft Dynamics AX and 3DX
- Mechanical aptitude.
- Ability to follow complex regulations related to shipment of materials and facility maintenance requirements.
Work Environment Physical Demands:
An ability to work and prioritize within a high pressure, time sensitive environment while retaining a methodical approach is essential. The role may require domestic and international travel and a willingness to work long and flexible hours including weekends.
This position may require lifting to 50 pounds, repeated bending, squatting and manual dexterity. Fast-paced work environment requiring heavy mental demands. Work environment includes machinery, race cars, 7-post and other rigs, grinding debris, and hazardous fluids. All employees must ensure compliance with the Company Health and Safety Policy, and all relevant other statutory Health and Safety legislation.
This job description may not detail some less major duties, nor cover duties of a similar nature, which may from time to time be reasonably required by the relevant manager
Haas F1 team’s benefits help further the well-being of our employees and their families in meaningful ways we embrace hybrid working and core hours. No matter where you work at Haas F1, you can take advantage of our health and wellness resources, get support with your fitness goals by working with our fitness instructors, physios and attending Yoga classes all held in our onsite gym. We offer everyone at Haas F1 the chance to share in the team’s success, being the only team on the grid that offers a race results bonus as well as an end of year constructor’s championship bonus.
You’ll discover many more benefits of working at Haas F1, such as our family days where we invite you and your family to spend quality time with our team, the drivers and the cars.
At Haas F1, Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion are fundamental of who we are. Our commitment to these ethics is steadfast and this promise travels with us wherever we are in the world. They are central to our mission and to our impact on the F1 Circuit. We know that having varied perspectives helps generate better ideas to solve the complex problems of a changing and increasingly diverse world.
Notice
Due to the nature of the organisation, all employees of 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 https://www.caa.co.uk/Commercial-industry/Security/Vetting/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.