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Lead Engineer - CFD Methods, Northampton
Client: Cadillac Formula 1 Team
Location: Northampton, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views: 4
Posted: 04.06.2025
Expiry Date: 19.07.2025
Job Description:
Description
Location: Silverstone, UK
Reporting to: Head of CFD
Cadillac Formula 1 is excited to be on the grid for the 2026 FIA Formula One World Championship. Our new team is gearing up for rapid growth. To achieve our goals, we need to create and sustain a high-performance culture in every area. We have ambitious plans to build an outstanding operation that can compete at the highest level.
From exceptional Engineering and Design talent to a world-class race team, supported by specialists in off-track roles - we are assembling the expertise needed to drive this operation forward and compete at the highest level.
Being a part of this team will accelerate your career. Take a closer look at the role:
We have an opportunity for a Lead Engineer - CFD Methods to join the Team at the new Silverstone Facility. In this role, you will lead a group of multi-disciplinary engineers responsible for delivering the required CFD capability for the team’s Aerodynamics department, through improvement to existing capabilities or the development of new methodologies. We aspire to be the absolute best in every aspect of our team. Team members are encouraged to challenge established thinking and share their ideas to create an environment where everyone can contribute to our shared success.
What you will be doing:
* Technical lead and management of the CFD Methods group.
* Develop the CFD methodology to continuously improve predictive accuracy, efficiency, and reliability of aerodynamic simulations.
* Collaborate with aerodynamicists, CFD, and software engineers to optimize methodologies and deliver a fit-for-purpose CFD process which is adequate and responsive to the aerodynamic development needs.
* Work closely with the correlation group regarding the analysis of experimental data (wind tunnel and track).
* Ensure that CFD simulations and analysis carried out within the department are aligned with the capability of the tools.
* Define best practices for meshing, turbulence modelling, and solver settings.
* Evaluate and select appropriate CFD software packages and tools.
* Oversee the optimization, maintenance, and support of new and existing toolkits.
* Work and contribute across multiple disciplines of the CFD group; including process, external flows, internal flows, thermal modelling, and pipeline development.
* Conduct research and stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in CFD technologies.
Requirements
* Multiple years’ relevant experience in a similar role within the motorsport industry.
* Strong knowledge of fluid physics, numerical methods, turbulence modelling.
* Experience in programming (C++, Python, Java, or VBA) and with STAR-CCM+ and open-source CFD codes.
* Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.
* Ability to line manage / lead teams effectively.
* Able to perform duties in a timely manner with minimal errors.
* Effective communication with key stakeholders/directors.
* Clear and concise communication.
* Strong IT skills including MS Office, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
* Positively contribute to an open and inclusive culture.
Please note that additional security checks may be required, including a background check covering the past five years and a criminal record check.
This job description reflects the major tasks to be carried out and the level of responsibility. The postholder may be required to perform additional duties as reasonably required. We review applicants on a rolling basis; this posting closes once a suitable candidate is found. We encourage early applications. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds.
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