Design jobs in United States

Since 1972, we have become one of the leading names in the "Made In France" motorsport industry. Oreca, a racing team with expertise in building competition cars, has achieved numerous endurance racing victories. Our success extends beyond the track, thanks to our passion, performance, daring spirit, and commitment. While preserving our family identity, our reputation has grown to international acclaim.

Within the framework of endurance racing projects, Oreca Motorsport is looking for a Surface Aero Designer H / F based in Signes, near the Paul Ricard circuit, VAR, FRANCE.

Inside our design office & Assigned to the DIrector of Engineering, your missions will be to :

• Work as surface expert for hypercar project,
• Create advanced surface models using the CATIA V5 CAD system as your primary task,
• Enhance the aerodynamic performance of a race car in close collaboration with aerodynamicists, other aero designers, and various departments, all within tight deadlines,
• Create CAD models for CFD analysis and refine them in collaboration with aerodynamicists.

Required experience & qualifications :

• You have a background in mechanical engineering or technical design education, and you have significant experience of at least 8 years in motorsport, specifically in surface aerodynamic design.
• Professional experience in designing complex surface models in CATIA V5,
• Extensive and thorough knowledge of the CATIA GSD workbench,
• Good knowledge of Catia V5 surface, solid and drawing modules,
• Proficient in technical English communication, French is a plus,
• Being passionate about motor sports is a plus.

Personal Attributes :

• Highly motivated and proactive with a strong passion for high-performance engineering,
• Work consistently to a high standard in stressful and time-sensitive situations,
• Excellent problem-solving skills and keen attention to detail,
• Strong communication skills to collaborate, share knowledges with aerodynamicists, engineers, and designers,
• Team-oriented with adaptability to meet tight deadlines and changing project requirements,
• Independent with a strong sense of initiative and a drive for excellence,
• Committed to continuous improvement and innovation in the field of motorsport.