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Principal Design Engineer - Hydraulics, Wantage
Client: Williams Racing
Location: Wantage, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: 351b8b8efbb2
Job Views: 5
Posted: 14.07.2025
Expiry Date: 28.08.2025
Job Description:
We are currently recruiting a Principal Design Engineer - Hydraulics to lead a subgroup of Designers and Senior Designers within our expanding Powertrain department.
The successful candidate will oversee the concept layout, manage the detail design, and specify the sign-off testing for hydraulics, fuel, and pneumatic systems.
As a Principal Design Engineer - Hydraulics, you will:
* Be an influential member of the department, holding authority for large engineering projects from concept to delivery, generating advanced, performant, and reliable designs within agreed timeframes.
* Support the Head of Department in setting and adhering to best practices; lead and coach Senior and Design Engineers.
* Ensure governance and validation of all engineering drawings and laminates according to standards and procedures.
* Collaborate with Program Managers to define deliverables, workloads, and resource requirements to meet targets.
* Take ownership of technical decision-making when required, especially in the absence of the Head of Department.
* Participate in departmental recruitment, conduct individual performance reviews, and support development plans as needed.
Our ideal candidate has:
* A relevant degree or equivalent qualification with experience in top-level motorsport.
* Deep knowledge of hydraulic systems and their specifications.
* Experience with CAD software, preferably Siemens NX & TEAMCENTRE PLM; training will be provided for other CAD systems.
* Knowledge of fuel and pneumatic systems, and experience with software design tools like Simulink.
* Experience with SPH fluid dynamics modelling software is a plus.
* Extensive relevant experience, with a strong understanding of materials and manufacturing techniques.
* Ability to inspire and support team members to build a high-performance team culture.
Additional Information
Williams is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments.
Atlassian Williams Racing is committed to diversity and inclusion and welcomes all applicants.
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