Daniel Juncadella will join Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team as a Simulator Driver.
The 33-year-old has extensive experience in single-seaters and sportscars, where he has most recently competed for TF Sport in the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC).
He commenced his simulator duties in Silverstone last week during the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix and has been supporting Aston Martin Aramco from the AMR Technology Campus (AMRTC).
Daniel has previously worked with the Silverstone-based team as a Reserve Driver during the 2014 season.
Daniel Juncadella, Simulator Driver, Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team, said:
"I'm really happy to be joining Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team as a Simulator Driver. The facilities at the AMRTC are really impressive and I can see the ambition and determination of everybody involved in this project. I look forward to supporting the team from the campus going forward."
Mike Krack, Team Principal, Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team, said:
"We are excited to welcome Daniel to the team. The role of a Simulator Driver is an important one as his feedback from the simulator will have an impact on car development and our performances during race weekends. He brings a lot of skill and experience behind the wheel so we have no doubt that he will become a valuable asset for us."
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