# Event IT Communications Engineer

**Company:** [Cadillac Formula 1® Team](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/3QFKPcaK8C8HzmSotndmnf.md)
**Location:** Silverstone, United Kingdom
**Workplace:** on site
**Department:** Business Operations

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## Description

**Closing Date: Friday 14th August 2026**

**Fueled by bold ambition.**

The Event IT Communications Engineer is responsible for delivering resilient, high-performance communications services in support of motorsport operations across factory and trackside environments.

This role combines ownership of event communications systems—including radio, IP-based intercom across multiple sites and RF technologies — with hands-on IT infrastructure support to a self-sufficient level. This role will ensure race-critical systems remain operational in some of the most demanding high-pressure environments in elite motorsport.

The successful candidate will play a vital role in enabling seamless communication between drivers, engineers, mechanics, race operations, and leadership while also supporting wider communications with external parties and satellite sites.

This is a highly mobile role requiring international travel, technical versatility, and the ability to troubleshoot under intense operational pressure where reliability and response time are critical.

-   Own the deployment, operation, and support of all event communications systems across race and test operations
-   Configure, deploy, and maintain RF radio systems, IP-based Intercom systems, DECT Belt packs, Virtual intercom panels, Driver helmet communications and VIP / guest communication solutions
-   Program radios and communications equipment with authorised frequencies for each event
-   Coordinate communications integration with governing bodies, suppliers, and technical partners including FIA, FOM, and vehicle communications providers
-   Support ear moulding and bespoke driver communication hardware preparation where required
-   Work closely with the IT Team to ensure network integration is stable
-   Prepare, test, stage, and maintain all communications and IT equipment between events. Build and validate race event kits, ensuring all systems are fully functional before deployment
-   Perform preventative maintenance, testing, and repair of communications and IT hardware. Ensure event readiness through structured testing and validation processes
-   Maintain detailed technical documentation, configuration records, and operational checklists
-   Follow structured incident, problem, and change management processes
-   Research, develop and deploy innovative improvements in the communications space
-   Take ownership of the Trackside communications space being the single contact for the race team in this area

## Requirements

**What do we need from you?**

-   Strong experience supporting communications systems in high-pressure technical environments
-   Practical knowledge of RF communications Systems, IP-based Intercom systems DECT belt packs
-   Experience with enterprise IT infrastructure including Microsoft Windows, Windows Server, Microsoft 365 / Office
-   Networking knowledge including Switching, VLANs, IP troubleshooting
-   Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills under tight time constraints
-   Ability to work independently and make sound technical decisions under pressure
-   Excellent communication and stakeholder support skills
-   Strong organisational discipline and documentation practices
-   Willingness for extensive international travel and weekend working

**Desirable**

-   Experience with motorsport communications systems (e.g. RIEDEL, Clear-Com, MRTC or similar)
-   Formula 1® / motorsport event operations experience
-   Cisco networking exposure
-   Knowledge of cloud platforms including Azure / Microsoft 365
-   Familiarity with race engineering communications workflows

**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._