Description

The Cadillac Formula 1 ® Team is what happens when history, purpose and daring talent come together. Backed by TWG Global and GM, our team is uniquely positioned to disrupt Formula 1 ® , bringing a fresh perspective and an unrelenting drive for success. We have the energy of a start-up, with the ideas and originality of a business that always wants to lead, never wants to follow.

We’re building everything from the ground up, from a high-performance car to an inclusive, values-driven culture. We show bold ambition. We combine leadership in innovation with excellence in execution. We are one team. We have the freedom to think differently, the opportunity to shape process and practice, an ego-free environment where people thrive on being challenged by those around them. A historic name behind us. Career-defining moments ahead.

A New Chapter Begins.

Fueled by bold ambition Play your part in getting us on the grid.

Closing Date: 26th August 2025

We have an opportunity for a Senior Vehicle Performance Engineer join The Cadillac Formula 1® Team at Silverstone. This high-impact role is essential to ensuring our simulation tools accurately reflect real-world performance and to understand how we compare against our competitors. By delivering data-driven insights, you'll help shape car setup and development direction.

You will work cross-functionally with Simulation, Aero, Design, Tyres Strategy and Race Engineering teams to improve model fidelity and benchmark performance. This is your chance to help get the car on the grid and contribute directly to both short-term success and long-term competitiveness for The Cadillac Formula 1® Team.

Lead correlation activities between simulation tools and on-track performance

Analyze race, test and simulator data to refine and validate performance models

Drive improvements in correlation metrics and data visualisation with the software and simulation teams

Deliver detailed competitor performance analysis using telemetry, FIA data and onboard video and communicate performance trends effectively across technical and non-technical teams

Translate competitor insights into clear development direction for the wider engineering group and support race weekend operations with correlation checks and performance reviews

Lead post-event investigations into model deviation and real-world car behaviour

Requirements

Driven by high performance What do you need to bring to the team?

Experience in top-level motorsport, with a focus on vehicle performance, simulation or data analysis

Strong track record in correlating simulation tools with real-world performance (aero, tyre, or full-vehicle models)

Excellent working knowledge of vehicle dynamics, tyre behaviour and simulation theory and proficient in competitor benchmarking using official Formula 1® data, telemetry and video analysis

Advanced skills in MATLAB, Python, C# or equivalent for technical analysis and tool development

Familiarity with data systems such as Atlas, RaceWatch, SQL, DataBricks or similar

Proven ability to collaborate effectively across multi-disciplinary engineering teams and a strong communicator with the ability to clearly present insights to technical and non-technical audiences

A team like no other.

The Cadillac Formula 1 ® Team challenges conventions and redefines success through bold ambition, cutting-edge innovation, and an unwavering commitment to precision and excellence—on and off the track. This includes offering industry-leading pension, generous time off and, as part of a global brand, huge potential for career development.

As an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does 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.

At The Cadillac Formula 1 ® Team, all Team Members are expected to actively support and uphold our policies and procedures, including those focused on Environmental responsibility, Sustainability initiatives, Inclusion and Health and Safety practices.

Please note that additional security checks may be required as part of the recruitment process. This may include a background check covering a minimum of the past five years and a criminal record check.