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Senior Surface Design Engineer, Silverstone
Client: Cadillac Formula 1 Team
Location: Silverstone, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views:
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Posted:
05.05.2025
Expiry Date:
19.06.2025
Job Description:
Location: Silverstone, UK
Reporting to: Lead Engineer - Surface Design
Cadillac Formula 1 is preparing for the 2026 FIA Formula One World Championship. Our team is growing rapidly, and we aim to build a high-performance culture to compete at the highest level. We are assembling top engineering and design talent, supported by specialists across various roles, to drive our success.
Joining this team will accelerate your career. Here are the details of the role:
Job description: We are seeking a Senior Surface Design Engineer to join our team at the new Silverstone facility. You will collaborate with highly skilled design engineers to produce high-quality surface geometry models for aerodynamic development of our race cars. We foster an environment that encourages challenging established thinking and sharing ideas to achieve our shared goals.
What you will be doing:
* Deliver high-quality, complex surface geometry models for CFD, Wind Tunnel testing, and full-size car release.
* Collaborate with aerodynamicists to define and scope new surfaces, including modeling and construction methods.
* Coordinate with model designers for efficient aerodynamic project implementation.
* Support the release of aero surface geometry to the full-size car design team.
* Work with full-size car designers to create high-quality surface geometry for full-size release.
* Mentor junior team members and support methodological and modeling improvements.
* Implement standard design practices.
Requirements:
* A degree in Engineering, Design, Motorsport, or a related field.
* Several years of relevant experience, preferably in motorsport.
* Extensive experience with 3D CAD software (preferably 3DExperience or CATIA).
* Strong knowledge of surface quality, model layout, and robustness.
* High-level understanding of surfacing and parametric modeling techniques.
* Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.
* Ability to perform duties accurately and efficiently.
* Effective team management and leadership abilities.
* Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
* Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
* Commitment to an inclusive and diverse workplace culture.
Please note that additional security checks, including background and criminal record checks, may be required.
This description outlines the primary tasks and responsibilities. The company may assign additional duties as needed, based on skills and experience.
We review applications on a rolling basis; this posting will close once a suitable candidate is found. We encourage prompt applications. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds.
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