FEA Group Leader - Composites
Location: Silverstone / Brackley | Sector: Motorsport | Type: Permanent
Matchtech is working on behalf of a prestigious Formula One team to recruit an experienced FEA Group Leader within their Composite Structures division.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead a high-performing team at the forefront of motorsport engineering. You will guide talented stress engineers, develop analytical strategies, and support the evolution of one of the most advanced composite structures programmes on the grid.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Manage a team of stress engineers, providing guidance and leadership.
2. Oversee FEA and hand calculations on various composite components.
3. Ensure delivery of high-quality analysis reports and structural documentation.
4. Develop and enhance internal FEA methodologies and standards.
5. Support recruitment, training, and mentoring of new team members.
6. Manage team performance through regular appraisals, reviews, and disciplinary actions as needed.
7. Collaborate with departments such as Design, Transmission, and Engine Installation.
8. Drive innovation and continuous improvement in composite analysis processes.
What We're Looking For:
1. A degree in Engineering or a related discipline.
2. Extensive experience in a senior or lead stress role within Formula 1 or top-tier motorsport.
3. Proven leadership and team management skills.
4. Strong knowledge of FEA tools such as ABAQUS, Hyperworks, and Laminate Modeller.
5. Experience using Catia V6.
6. Solid understanding of material behaviour and composite structures.
7. Excellent communication skills and a solution-focused approach under pressure.
This role is primarily based at the team's state-of-the-art facilities in Silverstone / Brackley, with occasional travel as required.
Note: Applicants should hold the necessary work permits if they are not passport holders of the country where the role is based.
Matchtech is a STEM Recruitment Specialist with over 40 years of experience.
Please apply via the 'Apply now' button. Do not provide bank or payment details during application. For more information, visit our Blog.
Created on 17/05/2025 by TN, United Kingdom.
#J-18808-Ljbffr