Job summary

Formula One

Key skills required for this role

Electronics, Production, Formula One

Important

Electronics, Production, Formula One

Job description

The Electronics Technician will be responsible for the manufacture, maintenance and testing of PCBs and sensor assemblies. The role will also include close collaboration with the design group to progress PCB and sensor prototype builds and testing.

The main areas of responsibility are:-
* PCB assembly, modification and testing to IP-610 standards.
* Sensor build, programming, calibration and testing.
* Prototype PCB and sensor build and development.
* Manufacture, service and repair of all on and off car PCBs and sensors to an extremely high standard.
* Confidently navigate and understand PCB schematics, wiring documentation, processes and procedures.
* Play an active role in Electronics fault investigations, permanent rectifications and temporary solutions to improve reliability.
* The inspection and sign off for completed electronic parts and assemblies.
* Manufacture workshop test equipment for the inspection and testing of all electronics parts.
* Supporting factory chassis builds for events and working closely with production to assist with event turnarounds.
* Working closely with various car build areas pre and post event ensuring parts are progressed through electronics department and delivered as per the build schedule.
* Work closely with the Production group leader to ensure assigned tasks are completed thoroughly and on time in accordance with the build schedule.
* Promote good teamwork and effective communications to develop working relationships between all personnel and departments.
* Work closely with design to provide feedback to improve manufacturing drawing quality.
* Provide input into the creation and maintenance of build standard documentation to promote consistent build quality.
* Purchasing of Electrical consumables as required for assigned tasks, repairs and for the manufacturing of parts.
* Help to promote a good safe working environment within the factory workshop, ensuring components, tooling and equipment are in good working order and stored correctly.
* Always follow and enforce health & safety regulations.

Essential skills:-
* Experience in PCB assembly, modification and testing.
* Surface mount component soldering and rework.
* High level of experience in manufacturing techniques within F1 production
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* An ability to work and prioritise within a high pressure, time sensitive environment
Desirable skills :-
* Component lifing System experience
* Certified IP-610 Technician
* Able to use Power supplies, Multi-meters and testing equipment.
* Basic understanding of sensor technology and Electronics systems used in F1.
* Has experience in using MIL-Spec F1 connectors, boots, coverings and protection.

Ideal characteristics:-
* Self-motivated and capable of working with minimal supervision and delivering high quality parts to crucial deadlines
* Collaborative team player
* A can-do positive approach and a willingness to help others is essential