Systems Technician – Trackside

MoneyGram Haas F1 Team is unique – on and off the track. We don’t follow the status quo and we’ve made a name for ourselves as the team who does things differently. You might’ve seen us on Netflix or know that we’re the only American-owned team on the Formula 1 grid, but we’re also more than that.

We have three HQs – Kannapolis in the US, Banbury in the UK and Maranello in Italy – each staffed by passionate, loyal and hardworking advocates. At Haas, you’ll be involved in many different areas of the team, an assortment of projects and plenty of hands-on experience while collaborating with some of the best minds in the world.

 

Yes, you’ll learn from us, but we expect to learn from you too!
 

General Summary:

This position reports to the Trackside Lead Systems Engineer or their designee; is located in Banbury, UK. Supporting all on car and garage electronic systems at race and test events. Responsible for the installation and lifing management of all Electronics/Systems components. Play an active role in fault investigations and resolutions. Involved in the set-up and pack-up of all equipment before and after an event. Factory tasks will include the preparation of electronic parts for the next event as well as well as the service, maintenance and fault management of sensors, harnesses and garage electrical equipment.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Promote teamwork and effective communications to develop working relationships between all personnel and departments.
• Responsible for the electrical build and disassembly of the chassis prior and post event. This will include the fitment all electrical hardware from installing harnesses, fitting sensors, termination of parts on-car, as well as the mechanical installation of any other piece of electronic equipment.
• The manufacture of small to medium harnesses, sensor termination and test box and leads.
• Working closely with your car crew pre, during and post event ensuring electronic parts are delivered to the chassis and installed correctly and safely, maintained during the event and removed correctly and made ready for reuse. 
• Ensure the standard daily systems technician tasks and additional assigned activities are completed thoroughly and when required aligned with initial build and the various sessions throughout the event. In addition to the standard electronic tasks, being part of a car crew will also require you to carry out other activities (not necessarily electronics/systems orientated) which are part of the Systems Technician role. These duties include fitting the ES battery, fitting of the floor with other car crew members, T-Tray testing, carrying out a role during car running such as fitting/removing a wheel and becoming a member of the pit stop team. During the sessions, the #1 Mechanic may ask the Systems Technician to carry out further additional tasks to assist in the workload when the crew are in time sensitive situations.
• Play an active role in electronic fault investigations, permanent rectifications and temporary solutions maintaining reliability at all times. Work closely with the Trackside Faults team and Systems Engineer ensuring faults are reported correctly with immediate solutions and permanent fix recommendations.   
• Have a complete understanding of the high and low voltage electrical design and are capable of navigating through the electrical system components using drawings to confidently investigate issues and install components correctly.
• Attend pre and post event meetings to provide feedback so improvements can be continuously monitored and implemented for on and off car installations, tooling, design standards and operational processes and procedures.
• Using the component Lifing System to manage all electrical parts. This will require constant monitoring to ensure all component lifing transactions are carried out correctly maintaining complete component lifing and servicing integrity. This will also include the stock management of all electrical components, consumables, test equipment and tooling.
• Procurement of electrical parts; responsible for requesting electrical consumables and parts required for assigned tasks, repairs and for manufacturing of parts. Maintaining current stock of on car parts and highlighting any shortages.
• The role includes the pre & post event set-up and pack up of electrical and general garage and office equipment.
• Help to promote a good safe working environment both at the track and in the factory workshop, ensuring components, tooling and equipment are in good working order and stored correctly.
• Follow and enforce health & safety regulations at all venues.
• Other duties as assigned by the Trackside Systems Lead Engineer or their designee.

 

Education and Work Experience:

GCSE, High School diploma or equivalent required. Further education including Electrical training to HNC level. Knowledge of Raychem systems 25 and previous experience working in high level motorsport environment are essential. Ideally would hold a 17th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations certificate but not essential.

 

Specialized Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong communication skills, written and verbal.
• Strong technical background in racing car electrical and electronic systems.
• 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 in a team environment with personnel at all levels.

 

Equipment and Applications:

• Use of electrical test meters and hand tools.
• Soldering equipment use.
• Harness retention tooling.
• Factory Cirris testing equipment.
• Computer literate.

 

Work Environment Physical Demands:

An ability to work and prioritize within a high pressure, time sensitive environment while retaining a methodical approach is essential. The role may require extensive 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.

 

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.

At MoneyGram Haas F1 Team, we consider our employees our greatest asset. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive and grow. We value diversity and encourage our employees to bring their unique perspectives and experiences to the conversation. Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion are fundamental to who we are as a company and a collective of colleagues. Our commitment to these ethics is steadfast and this promise travels with us wherever we are in the world.

We look after our team with multiple rewards packages, competitive bonuses and year-round health and wellbeing programs, providing you with the tools to motivate and perform at your best. 

If you’re passionate about competition, technology and teamwork, then working at MoneyGram Haas F1 Team could be the perfect fit for you. Motorsport is a dynamic and exciting industry that offers a wide range of opportunities for those who are willing to put in the hard work and dedication required to succeed. Working at MoneyGram Haas F1 Team is a highly rewarding experience, as you become a crucial member of a team that is constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible and striving for excellence in everything we do.

Join our team and make your passion your profession.

 

Notice

Due to the nature of the organisation, all employees of MoneyGram Haas F1 Team are required to be security cleared to National Security Vetting standards. If successful in your application, we would support you with the NSV process. As a guideline only, you would normally need to have been a UK resident for the last 5 consecutive years.  Further confirmation can be found on the Civil Aviation Authority  National Security Vetting (NSV) website https://www.caa.co.uk/Commercial-industry/Security/Vetting/National-security-vetting/

If you have not been a UK resident for the last 5 consecutive years, please be prepared to request an Overseas Criminal Records Check for these countries as you will be asked to provide this for referencing and security checks if you are successful.