Job Description
We are currently recruiting a Principal Design Engineer to lead the Transmission team within our Powertrain group. Collaborating with the Head of Powertrain and the PUI team, you will be responsible for managing a subgroup of Designers and Senior Designers within the department, covering a wide variety of assemblies throughout the F1 car.
You’ll play a key role in the overall design, development, and performance optimisation of our transmission systems, delivering robust, lightweight, high-performance solutions that operate flawlessly under extreme loads and dynamic conditions.
In addition, you'll be responsible for the day-to-day management of a team of multidisciplinary engineers. We are looking for a team leader who can drive technical excellence while fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture in the team. The ideal candidate will be capable of guiding a multidisciplinary group, setting clear priorities, and ensuring alignment across the wider Powertrain, Vehicle Engineering, and relevant Operations departments.
As Principal Design Engineer, you will:
* Be an influential member of the department holding authority for large engineering projects from concept to delivery and tasked with generating the most advanced, performant and reliable designs to agreed timeframes.
* Manage a team of highly talented engineers, supporting their development and growth, while ensuring they meet the team's overall objectives.
* Design and develop components and assemblies within the transmission system, including gears, shafts, casings, bearings, clutches, and hydraulic actuation systems.
* Work with hydraulic specialists on lubrication, cooling, and actuation systems, integrating mechanical and hydraulic functions seamlessly.
* Conduct detailed analysis using simulation, CAD, and data-driven tools to validate concepts and correlate track performance.
* Take governance and validation for all engineering drawings in accordance with defined standards and procedures within the group.
* Liaise with the Program Managers to define deliverables, set workloads and resource requirements to ensure that targets are realistic and achievable.
* Take ownership of technical decision-making if requested for the department when Head of Department is not present.
* Be involved with departmental recruitment, individuals Annual Performance Reviews and Development Plans at the discretion of the Head of Department.
* Conducting design reviews within the team and on a larger scale across Vehicle Design.
Our ideal candidate is someone who has:
* An in-depth understanding of fundamental engineering principles.
* A relevant degree or equivalent qualification supported by design experience in a top-level motorsport field.
* Experience with simulation and stress calculations would also be advantageous.
* Strong CAD skills, ideally with experience of NX, however training will be provided for conversion from other CAD systems.
* Data analysis experience as it would be beneficial for this role.
* Effective and efficient people management skills along with a strong knowledge of contemporary F1 technology and design.
* An innovative approach to design and strong knowledge of manufacturing techniques is fundamental.
* A creative, proactive approach to problem-solving, along with good attention to detail.
* Confidence, and is well organised with the ability to clearly prioritise tasks and deliver to agreed deadlines, making sound decisions based on good judgement and seeking input as required.
* Ability to integrate and work collaboratively at every level within the organisation.
* An analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and trends.
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Atlassian Williams Racing is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments.