Design Engineer
3 weeks ago
About the Company Williams Grand Prix Technologies, established in 2024, is an AI-focused engineering and technology services company, deeply rooted in the high-performance world of Formula 1. We bring decades of unparalleled engineering expertise to deliver top-tier solutions across various sectors, including motorsports, automotive, defence and aerospace. We combine exceptional talent with unique engineering assets, we tackle our clients’ most complex challenges with the agility and precision that our motorsport heritage demands.
We are seeking a highly skilled Design Engineer specialising in powertrain, transmission and hydraulic systems with a deep understanding of motorsports powertrain components and systems design and development. In this role, you will design activities across these critical areas, ensuring high-performance, reliability, and efficiency in motorsport applications. You will work closely with data analytics, modelling and simulation, and machine learning engineers to accelerate the design-to-testing-to-delivery pipeline, while ensuring seamless system integration and optimisation.
The ideal candidate will have strong motorsports experience and be proficient in using design and simulation tools to develop advanced powertrain and hydraulic systems.
Design and development of motorsports powertrain and hydraulic systems, from conceptualisation through to detailed design, ensuring optimal performance.
Utilise advanced modelling and simulation tools, such as structural analysis, to evaluate and optimise the performance, reliability, and efficiency of powertrain and hydraulic systems.
Collaborate closely with data analytics, modelling and simulation, and machine learning engineers to incorporate cutting-edge technologies into the design process, enhancing system performance.
Development of detailed CAD models, ensuring manufacturability and compliance with functional requirements and motorsport standard practices.
Selection of materials, material finishing and heat treatment specification for given applications.
Carry out design validation and testing processes, working with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless system integration and testing under real-world conditions.
Develop and maintain technical documentation, including engineering specifications, design standards, and operating procedures for powertrain and hydraulic systems.
Liaise with suppliers and internal teams to manage production, system integration, and testing phases, ensuring all systems are delivered on time and to specification.
Report regularly to senior management on the progress of design and development projects and ensure alignment with broader business objectives.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Powertrain Engineering, or a related field.
~3+ years of experience in motorsports powertrain/transmission system design and hydraulic systems development, with a proven track record in high-performance automotive or motorsports environments.
~ Strong proficiency in design tools such as NX or equivalent CAD systems.
~ Experience in modelling and simulation tools such as FEA for structural analysis to optimise system performance. Experience working in high-performance motorsport environments, with knowledge of industry standards and best practices.
~ Project management skills, with the ability to deliver complex projects on time and within scope.
Formula 1 or high-performance motorsports design experience.
Familiarity with CAD tools and basic analytical methods.
This role presents a fantastic opportunity to make a substantial impact in a new engineering and technology consultancy.
Williams offer a competitive holiday package, staff events/open days, a subsidised restaurant on site and various car schemes. We have access to an on-site gym (open 24 hours a day) as well as various fitness classes including outdoors bootcamps, pilates and yoga free for all staff and contractors to use. Aside from these benefits we can offer free onsite parking and large open green spaces to unwind during breaks. We are a based just 30 mins from Oxford City Centre by bus.
At Williams Grand Prix Technologies , you will be part of a pioneering team at the forefront of engineering innovation. You'll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects across various industries, making a global impact. Williams Grand Prix Technologies is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. Strictly No Agencies.
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