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 currently recruiting for a capable and proficient Model Technician to join our Aerodynamics Department.
Role Purpose:
As a Model Technician, you’ll be involved in manufacturing, prefitting and testing of the 60% Wind Tunnel Model.
The successful candidates will ideally have previous experience of model-making in a high level motorsport environment, have a good attention to detail, work calmly and accurately under pressure, work positively and enthusiastically in a small team and have a flexible attitude to helping fulfil the requirements of the department.
Key Operational Duties:
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Responsible for building assemblies prior to test; to high standards and tight tolerances.
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Take parts through from build to test, using a variety of materials and processes. Including: 3D printed parts, Machined metallics, Carbon Fibre, Sintered materials and more.
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Use high level metrology equipment to aid the prefitting and building process to ensure high levels of accuracy.
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Be part of a high-performance team, in a fast-paced environment; to ensure we execute programs with maximum efficiency.
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Work closely with Aerodynamicists and Model Designers to maximise our learning and feedback future improvements.
Ideal Credentials
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Previous experience as a Model maker, race mechanic or similar field.
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Excellent knowledge of part fitment and building of subassemblies.
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To have high level of experience with the various materials/processes used in the environment.
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To be enthusiastic, motivated and driven to succeed.
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Possess good IT skills.
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Work well under pressure to meet time critical deadlines.
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To have high levels of responsibility and accountability for their work.
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Good communication skills, both written and verbal combined with the ability to work well with colleagues.
Application closing date:
All applications must be received by Friday 26th August 2022.
Strictly no agencies.
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 who values diversity and inclusion. If you have a disability, we are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments.