Overview
In this role you shape and deliver complete CBW engineering projects for Williams F1, from concept to detailed design. You will work closely with R&D, production and multi-disciplinary teams to influence performance, reliability and manufacturability of cutting-edge automotive systems. You lead fault investigations, guide drawings and sign-offs, and mentor early-career engineers. You drive continuous improvement to raise design efficiency and quality. This opportunity offers a chance to contribute to a high-performance, world-class motorsport program at the front of the grid.
Responsibilities
- Create conceptual and detailed designs for vehicle components and structures
- Develop lightweight, efficient, cost-conscious solutions with attention to mass, stiffness and performance
- Produce supporting structural and functional calculations
- Collaborate with aerodynamics, vehicle science, electronics, chassis, stress, transmission, R&D, production and external suppliers
- Write technical procedures and system specifications
- Lead fault investigations and implement robust fixes
- Support drawing and assembly checking, and provide Class 5 sign-off with stress engineering
- Mentor student placements and help shape the next generation of engineering talent
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance design efficiency
- Act as a key contact for project allocation, supplier engagement, and user-acceptance activities
Key requirements
- Strong understanding of engineering design for components and assemblies
- Familiarity with CAD and engineering software used in vehicle design (NX experience a bonus - training available)
- Attention to detail and ability to deliver high-quality work under pressure
- Proactive, self-motivated mindset with the confidence to lead projects independently
- Positive, open, team-focused attitude with ability to inspire colleagues
- Excellent judgement, integrity and communication skills
- Strong organisational abilities with prioritisation
- leadership
- collaboration
- clear communication
- engineering design for components and assemblies
- CAD and NX (Siemens NX preferred)
- stress engineering
Senior Design Engineer - Composites in Wantage employer: Williams Racing
At Williams F1 Racing Team, we pride ourselves on being a leading employer in the high-octane world of motorsport, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration. Our Grove-based factory is not just a workplace; it's a hub for passionate individuals who thrive on pushing the boundaries of engineering excellence. With a commitment to employee growth and a culture that values diversity and inclusion, we provide our team members with unique opportunities to develop their skills while contributing to our mission of returning to the front of the grid.
