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VCARB F1 Team - Senior Composite Design Engineer, Chesterfield

Location: Chesterfield, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU Work Permit Required:

Yes

Job Views:

5

Posted:

03.03.2025

Expiry Date:

17.04.2025

Job Description:

Step into the thrilling world of Formula 1 with Visa Cash App Racing Bulls F1 Team, in the endless search for performance and excellence, where every detail makes a difference. We are looking for future members of our team, thrilling for innovation and achievement, evolving in a competitive environment.

We are currently looking for an experienced Senior Composite Design Engineer. In this role, you will be responsible for the design of F1 car composite parts, from the studies of layout installations to the patterns, moulds, tools, and jigs. You will also be responsible for enhancing the development of more efficient design processes and mentorship of less experienced designers.

Composite Design

1. Act on the composite design process, from conceptualization to detailed design of parts and relative tools, ensuring the integration of innovative and high-performance solutions.
2. Ensure designed parts are legal and in line with the F1 Technical Regulation.
3. Utilize your expertise to contribute to the development of lightweight, reliable, and aerodynamically efficient composite components.
4. Responsible for (if required) the final sign off on the design release within your group.
5. Cover the reliability needs for designed parts, in collaboration with the related involved departments.
6. Provide availability to attend remote support from the Factory (Operation Room) during some of the race/track events.

Mentorship and Innovation

1. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior members of the composite design team.
2. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including aerodynamics, concept, trackside personnel, and other engineering disciplines, to integrate composite design seamlessly into the overall car design.
3. Work closely with the Composite Design Team Leader and Deputy Team Leader to ensure alignment with project goals and deadlines.
4. Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains within the composite design team.
5. Act as the primary point of contact within the assigned group for technical guidance on tasks assigned to designers.
6. Work closely with suppliers and external partners to source high-quality materials and components.
7. Maintain and develop effective communication with all other departments.
8. Stay at the forefront of composite materials, manufacturing processes, and industry advancements.
9. Provide flexible attendance and attitude to work, both in line with the requirements of the role and any specific requirements of the projects.

What We Offer

• Working in a young, collaborative, and international environment.
• Tailored training.
• Company Events / Briefings.
• Annual salary review process.
• Company-contributed pension scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme.

Experience

• University degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in composite design, particularly in high-performance automotive or motorsports industries.
• In-depth knowledge of composite materials, manufacturing processes, and structural analysis.
• Proficiency in relevant software tools such as CATIA, Siemens NX, or similar.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Flexible and can-do attitude.
• Ability to work under pressure to achieve targets and deliver results within required timescales.
• Initiative and Innovation.
• Have a positive attitude and ability to work as part of a team in a demanding and fast-paced environment.

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