Control Systems Engineer

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: 20th March 2026

We have an opportunity for a Control Systems Engineer to join the Team at our Silverstone facility. In this role, you will work within the Control Systems group and be responsible for the car control systems and their supporting systems at trackside events. We aspire to be the absolute best in every aspect of our team. Team members are encouraged to challenge established thinking and share their ideas to create an environment where everyone can contribute to our shared success.

What you will be doing:

• Preparation of the vehicle control system calibrations for trackside events

• Monitoring the control systems at trackside events , ensuring reliable operation

• Working closely with Race and Performance Engineers to optimize control system performance

• Ensuring that all control systems operations fully comply with the FIA technical regulations

• Resolution of control system faults.

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

• Educated to degree level in an engineering subject, or equivalent

• Experience with the management and calibration of vehicle control systems

• Experience with model-based software design in a Matlab Simulink environment

• Experience with motorsport data logging systems, preferably F1® SECU and associated tools

• Experience with automotive electronic systems, CAN and sensing technologies

• Ability to plan and manage own workloads

• Clear and concise communication, verbally and with the use of email

• Self-motivated, innovative and capable of working generally unsupervised to challenging deadlines

• Strong levels of IT skills, including MS Office, Word, Excel and PowerPoint

• Positively contribute to an open and inclusive culture

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.