Mechanical Design Engineer – Formula 1

Northampton – Initial 12 month contract 

This amazing long term contract role for a mechanical design engineer a is a unique opportunity to showcase your expertise and skills with a world leading Formula 1 organisation.

You will be a key member within the team and the person that secures this position will be crucial to the success of this dynamic company on its F1 projects.

The duration of this contract is estimated to be 12 months minimum and will be inside IR35.

What you will do
We’re looking for Mechanical Designers with experience of using Siemens NX OR Catia and who are capable of demonstrating recent experience of concept design of highly stressed metallic parts, ideally with experience of powertrain design.

In this role you will be the specialist for key components / systems on the Power Unit.

You will deliver engineering excellence from concept, through prove-out, to race introduction, working closely with other departments to ensure right first time, every time.

What you will need:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or experience in lieu
• Be fluent on NX or Catia solid modelling.
• Be capable of demonstrating recent experience of concept design of highly stressed parts
• Strong knowledge of internal combustion engines, their systems & energy recovery systems (across a broad spectrum)
• Consistent & stable history of employment/engagement
• Authorised to work in the UK (no sponsorship available)

Success in this role:

• Convert your creative, innovative ideas into hardware that will make a difference at the race track, within weeks of being conceived
• Create and validate novel engineering design solutions, supported by right first time principles and analysis, that meet demanding performance and cost targets
• Create robust and versatile models to demonstrate concepts, in both solids and surfaces, with engineering drawings to complement design release
• Technically develop Power Unit components and systems
• Solve complex problems and analyse failures
• Write test requests, review results, and write technical reports
• Build strong inter-departmental working relationships – teamwork is critical to our success
• Champion best practices & procedures
• Liaise with internal and external suppliers as an integral part of a successful engineering journey

What you will get:

• Long term contract at a leading F1 racing team.
• Opportunity to join a multiple F1 championship winning engineering business with state-of-the-art facilities including onsite subsidised restaurant, gym and parking.
• Easy access to site.

Applications:
Please apply with updated CV and details of current rate/salary and notice period. If you are shortlisted, you will be contacted prior to submission. However please contact Michael Sorfleet by email if you have any questions.

Please note, these positions CANNOT support sponsorship

If this role is not for you, but you know some who may be interested, please forward this email on to them. We offer a referral scheme.

Ready to accelerate your career? Apply now!