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 the 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 and tasked with generating the most advanced, performant and reliable designs to agreed timeframes.
* Support the Head of Department in adherence and setting of best practises; along with leading and coaching Senior and Design Engineers.
* Take governance and validation for all engineering drawings and laminates in accordance to 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.
Our ideal candidate is someone who has:
* A relevant degree or equivalent qualification supported by experience in a top-level motorsport field.
* In-depth knowledge of hydraulic systems and sub-components and their specification.
* Experience of CAD, preferably Siemens NX & TEAMCENTRE PLM however training will be provided for conversion from other CAD systems.
* Knowledge of fuel and pneumatic systems as well as experience using software design tools such as Simulink.
* Experience of SPH fluid dynamics modelling software would be also be beneficial.
* A vast amount of relevant experience in their area of expertise with strong understanding of materials and manufacturing techniques.
* Ability to engage, inspire and support individuals to build and maintain 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 an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments.