Design Engineer- Mechanical

Company Description

For almost 50 years, Williams Racing has been at the forefront of one of the fastest sports on the planet, being one of the top three most successful teams in history competing in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship. With an almost unrivalled heritage of engineering and racing F1 cars and unforgettable eras that demonstrate it is a force to be reckoned with, the British squad boasts 16 F1 World Championship titles to its name.

Since its foundation in 1977 by the eminent, late Sir Frank Williams and engineering pioneer Sir Patrick Head, the team has won nine Constructors’ Championships, in association with Cosworth, Honda and Renault. Its roll call of drivers is legendary, with its seven Drivers’ Championship trophies being lifted by true icons of the sport: Alan Jones, Keke Rosberg, Nelson Piquet, Nigel Mansell, Alain Prost, Damon Hill and Jacques Villeneuve. The team has made history before and is out to make it again with a long-term mission to evolve and return to the front of the grid.

Job Description

An exciting opportunity exists for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Power Unit Integration group, covering a wide variety of assemblies throughout the F1 car.

Collaborating with the Group Principal and Head of Powertrain, you will be responsible for undertaking and guiding a range of designs from initial concepts through to prototype production working closely with other Engineering departments.

As a Mechanical Design Engineer , you will be responsible for:

1. Concept design through to detailing of mechanical, hydraulic and composite components and assemblies on a wide variety of systems across the car.
2. Carry out background stress and sizing calculations and produce supporting documentation.
3. Conduct design reviews independently or with the Principal Engineer and Head of Department.
4. Demonstrate significant experience to be drawn on by others and be a point of contact for engineering support.
5. Complete end-to-end ownership for projects incorporating manufacture, build, testing and racing, including fault analysis and resolution requiring close collaboration with the wider team.
6. Support checking of detailed drawings, including design review against specification and previous designs and competitor analysis.
7. Drive continuous improvement and promote autonomous creativity.

Our Ideal Candidate Is Someone Who Has

1. An in-depth understanding of fundamental engineering principles and previous experience within a similar role within motorsport, aerospace or a related field.
2. A relevant degree or equivalent qualification supported by design experience in motorsport, aerospace or a related field.
3. The ability to manage a diverse workload and prioritise work to varying deadlines.
4. Strong CAD skills, ideally with experience of Siemens NX, however training will be provided for conversion from other CAD systems.
5. Experience with simulation modelling and basic stress calculations.
6. Data analysis experience would also be beneficial.
7. Has a passion for engineering, innovation and detailed design work.
8. Confidence, and is well organised with the ability to clearly prioritise tasks and deliver to agreed deadlines.

Atlassian Williams Racing is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments. #J-18808-Ljbffr