The company:
Williams’ core competencies are the design and development of racing cars to compete in the Formula One World Championship. As one of the world's leading Formula One teams, the company has secured 16 FIA Formula One World Championship titles since its foundation in 1977 and is now moving into an exciting era under new ownership defined by relentless innovation and living sustainable performance in every dimension.
The position:
We are looking to recruit a Senior Engineer - Jigs and Fixtures Designer to scope, plan, design and release jigs and fixtures to suitable standards, costs and timescales to meet development and production plans laid out by the business.
The role:
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In conjunction with the Design Groups and End Users, produce jigs and fixtures to the highest standard whilst working within the, ‘Fit, Form and Function’ methodology.
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Design, draught and tolerance jigs and fixtures to ensure assembled components can be built to engineering defined tolerances.
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Supply any build instructions that may be required.
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Ensure compliance to required delivery dates and report any deviance and the associated causes.
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Assist with identifying ways to improve the performance of the department and address the wider needs of the various stakeholders.
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Maintain positive relationships with JFD colleagues and other business departments.
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Follow the company’s Health and Safety policy and ensure Health and Safety is a consideration in every design.
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Maintain a high standard of staff and departmental presentation, as appropriate for a world class facility visited by potential sponsors, partners and other VIPs.
Key assemblies within team include:
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Machining and bonding jigs required to produce all areas of the car
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Welding jigs
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Assembly jigs
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Inspection jigs
Desired skills:
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In depth understanding of fundamental engineering principles.
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A relevant degree or equivalent qualification supported by design experience in a top-level motorsport field.
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Experience with composite tooling & manufacture would be advantageous.
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Strong CAD skills are necessary, ideally with experience of NX, however training will be provided for conversion from other CAD systems.
Effective and efficient people management skills are key to this role along with a strong knowledge of contemporary F1 technology and design. An innovative approach to design and strong knowledge of manufacturing techniques is also key to this role. Applicants should bring a creative, proactive approach to problem-solving, along with good attention to detail and the ability to work to tight deadlines.
Application Closing Date: All applications must be received by 2nd December 2022.
What can Williams offer?
The Williams Group is based in multi acre complex located in Grove, Oxfordshire. The Williams Group offers a competitive holiday package, staff events/open days, a subsidised restaurant on site and various car schemes. We have an on-site gym (open 24 hours a day) as well as various fitness classes including outdoors bootcamps, pilates and yoga free for all staff and contractors to use. Aside from these benefits we can offer free onsite parking and large open green spaces to unwind during breaks. We are a based just 30 mins from Oxford City Centre by bus.
Williams is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments