What you'll do
This position reports to the Team Leader Model Maker or their designee; is located in Castelnuovo Rangone and/or Maranello, Italy. The role will primarily involve activities related to the creation, maintenance, repair, and development of a scale F1 model and its associated wind tunnel tests.
Key Responsibilities
- Promote teamwork and effective communication to foster working relationships across all staff and departments.
- Assembly and maintenance of a Formula 1 wind tunnel model, using components manufactured with various innovative techniques.
- Collaborate with the team of model makers and the Team Leader Model Maker to ensure deadlines and quality standards are met.
- Preparation, inspection, and repair of parts to be tested in the wind tunnel.
- Work closely with the Logistics Coordinator to define and optimize the scheduling of part preparation activities in terms of timing and quality.
- Collaborate with the design department to resolve issues and improve the efficiency and quality of the assembly and part preparation process.
- Willingness to work in shifts and on weekends during wind tunnel operations.
- Minimize execution times while ensuring high-quality results.
- Clearly communicate the status of ongoing activities.
- Perform routine inspections and checks on mechanical, electronic assemblies, or individual components.
- Maintain a clean and organized workspace, including tools and equipment.
- Troubleshoot mechanical, electronic, and pneumatic issues on the model or its components.
- Conduct inspections and prepare the wind tunnel model using specialized equipment, software, and advanced modeling techniques.
- Potential responsibility for a specific area of the model, certain mechanical/electronic parts, or a particular technology/process.
- Act as a mentor and guide for junior team members.
- Follow all safety regulations in all venues.
Education and Work Experience
A high school diploma with a technical focus or equivalent is required. Category B driving license. Extensive previous experience as a model maker in motorsport or high-tech workshops.
Specialized Knowledge and Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to read technical and electrical diagrams.
- Precision, reliability, and a results-oriented mindset.
- A fair understanding of the English language.
- Knowledge of key automotive systems and mechanical equipment.
- A reliable and flexible attitude.
- Ability to work independently or with minimal supervision.
- Work to a consistently high standard in stressful and time sensitive situations.
- Quick decision-making skills whilst working through problems in a scientific and analytical way.
- Work well within a team environment with personnel at all levels.
- A sympathetic approach to work colleagues and an ability to integrate within a group environment.
- A can-do positive approach and a willingness to help others is essential.
Equipment and Applications
- Computer with Microsoft Office.
- Category B driving license.
- In some cases, the use of a personal vehicle may be required, particularly for business trips or transportation tasks, with mileage reimbursement provided.
Work Environment
- An ability to work and prioritize within a high pressure, time sensitive environment while retaining a methodical approach is essential.
- The role may require some, occasional domestic, 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.
Core Company Values
- Integrity: Uphold the highest standards of integrity in all actions.
- Innovation: Embrace and drive change through innovative solutions.
- Excellence: Strive for excellence in every aspect of work.
- Collaboration: Foster a collaborative environment to achieve collective goals.
- Customer Focus: Prioritize the needs and satisfaction of customers and partners.
- Sustainability: Commit to sustainable practices and social responsibility.
Notice
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.
