Build Systems Assembly Technician
Brackley, UK
At the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team, a group of passionate and determined people work to design, develop, manufacture and race the cars driven by seven-time World Champion Lewis Hamilton and Grand Prix winner George Russell.
Whether working in our Operations, Technical, Race or Business Support functions, we are all in and aspire to build the greatest team in the history of our sport.
Every individual plays their part. No stone is left unturned in the chase for every tenth of a second. The history of our sport is long and rich, and we are continuing our journey with renewed effort year on year. Record books remember the names of a few, but history is written by the many.
About the Role:
A vacancy has arisen for Build System Assembly Technician reporting to the Gearbox Team Leader. The successful candidate will be responsible for accurately building and servicing Gearbox Assemblies within the Gearbox and Dyno Departments.
Key Accountabilities/Duties:
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Assembling gearbox sub-assemblies and production work ensuring that all procedures and quality checks are followed.
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Complete build and set-up of gearbox assemblies ensuring all the correct quality documentation is used.
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Servicing gearbox assemblies as required.
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Hydraulic system fitment as required.
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Assisting in loading and fitting gearbox assemblies to dyno.
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Constructive reporting of issues or failures using the Team’s framework.
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Ensure quality of build by using all the sign off tools provided as per gearbox build procedures.
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Using SAP to create picks and build sheets to ensure assembled components have enough mileage to complete planned events.
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Maintaining accurate event reports.
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Ensuring builds are to latest specification.
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Maintaining good housekeeping at all times.
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Carrying out similar skilled duties as and when required.
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Occasional travel to Events as required by the Team.
Candidate Profile:
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Experience in F1 required.
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Good knowledge of quality systems.
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Strong computer skills.
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SAP experience.
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Flexibility in hours and a can-do approach is required.
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The ability to work in a team, under high pressure and to strict deadlines with minimum supervision.
Benefits:
Our riverside campus is powered by 100% renewably sourced energy and features an on-site gym and exercise studio, subsidised restaurant and on-site parking with EV chargers available.
We offer a competitive and attractive package of benefits including a generous bonus scheme, Mercedes car lease scheme, private medical cover, life assurance and 25 days holiday. We pride ourselves on our family-friendly environment and employee well-being programmes.
Why us:
At the heart of our performance are our people. Every member of our team has a voice and plays their part in contributing to our successes on and off the racetrack. We take pride in creating an innovative, collaborative and high-performance culture where all of our team members are respected, empowered and valued.