Description
Location: Silverstone, UK
Reporting to: Head of Aero Test Operations
Department: Andretti Cadillac at Andretti Global
Background:
Led by racing legend Michael Andretti, the team fields multiple entries in INDYCAR, INDY NXT, IMSA and Formula E. The global racing enterprise boasts over 250 race wins, four INDYCAR Series championships, five INDY NXT titles, one Indy Pro 2000 and one USF2000 championship, and has captured victory five times at the famed Indianapolis 500-Mile Race. The team is now looking to expand into the pinnacle of motorsport through our Andretti Cadillac Team.
Job description:
We have an exciting opportunity for a Lead Engineer – Wind Tunnel Model Systems to join the Andretti Cadillac Team at our new Silverstone Facility. In this role, you'll lead a group of engineers and technicians to support the development and integration of wind tunnel model systems and technologies. At Andretti Global, we strive for excellence, and every team member is encouraged to express their ideas and contribute to our shared mission of success.
Principal Accountabilities:
- Lead and manage a team responsible for all aspects of mechanical, electro-mechanical, control systems and measurement instrumentation for the wind tunnel model and any off-model systems that are directly related to data acquisition (e.g. metrology).
- Ensure the wind tunnel is delivering class leading quality and throughput in support of race car aerodynamic development.
- Manage the group’s workload and meet targets; management of high value projects involving multiple personnel and skillsets.
- Setup and calibrate model systems, instrumentation and rig installations.
- Investigate and research new and novel technologies, techniques and methodologies for wind tunnel model systems including instrumentation, sensors and aerodynamic measurements etc.
- Proactively lead technical fault logging and resolution in a methodical approach.
- Work closely with aero development and performance engineers in defining and delivering upon requirements.
- Manage Health and Safety requirements.
Requirements
- Proven experience in a similar engineering role, preferably within the motorsport industry.
- Extensive experience of wind tunnel model systems and testing facilities.
- Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical installations and assemblies, pressure measurement instrumentation and wind tunnel flow field and metrology systems.
- Experience in operating test installations, machinery and safety critical equipment.
- Experience in project planning and management.
- Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.
- Communicate effectively with key stakeholders/directors.
- Strong levels of IT skills including MS Office, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Positively contribute to an open and inclusive culture.
Please be aware that we will be reviewing applicants on a rolling basis and this job posting will close once a suitable candidate is identified. We encourage all interested individuals to submit their application as soon as possible. As an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and do not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply.