F1 Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer

Formula 1 - Northampton – 12 month contract

Hybrid - 3 days a week on site

This amazing long term contract role for a Mechanical Design Engineer 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 initially (currently running until the end of December 2025) and will be inside IR35.

We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to work on our future F1 Powertrain designs.

What you will do

The role of mechanical design is more than just driving CAD. You will of course be using CAD to create and modify geometry (in Catia or NX) but will also be expected to be capable in the following:

• Good understanding of the CAE/FEM process and perhaps be able to do simple hand calculations.
• Have knowledge of basic material properties. OR, be capable of doing accurate geometry of engine parts/ancillaries

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 metallic parts
• Consistent & stable history of employment/engagement
• Authorised to work in the UK (no sponsorship available)

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, with some work at home (not 100%)

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.