Aerodynamic Design Industrial Placement

Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team; Brackley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Joining bonus

Wellbeing programme

On-site gym

Subsidised food

Private medical cover

Job summary

Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team in Brackley, UK, invites placement students to join the Aerodynamic Design department for a year-long program from June 2027 to July 2028. You will work alongside experienced engineers on Surfacing and Model Design, using CAD tools to develop aero surfaces and components for wind-tunnel models.

You'll be mentored throughout the placement, gain real industry exposure in a high-performance environment, and return to university with enhanced technical and professional

Qualifications

• Be enrolled on an eligible degree course with at least one year remaining.
• Strong background in an engineering discipline with excellent Maths and Physics.
• Passion for design and problem solving, applying skills to practical challenges.
• Able to work from Brackley, United Kingdom for the duration of the placement.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Aerodynamicists and Designers in Surfacing and Model Design to improve quality, efficiency and accuracy of designs.
• Use CAD to generate aero surfaces compliant with Technical Regulations and design components for wind-tunnel models.
• Support improvements to design methods, tools and processes through programming, automation or other methods.
• Act as part of a small, mentored team and contribute to performance of the Team.
• Return to university to complete studies with growth as an engineer.

Skills

Mathematics

Physics

Engineering design

Problem solving

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Eligible degree course

Tools

CAD CATIA 3DX

Job description

Brackley, UK

Build your skills. Make an impact. Race towards excellence.

The Role

Brackley, UK

Build your skills. Make an impact. Race towards excellence.

Every dream needs a team.

Join the Aerodynamic Design department as we take on the challenge of Formula One’s exciting new era of sustainable technical regulations.

• Apply your learning in one of the most technically demanding global sports.
• Take on responsibility as you are supported and trained throughout your year.
• Join us for a year-long placement from the end of June 2027 to the end of July 2028.
• Work in a fast-paced environment at our state-of-the-art factory in Brackley.
• Be an integral part of a cohort of students working across all functions of our team.

Key Responsibilities

Working alongside our Aerodynamicists and Designers and collaborating as part of a small team, your role will cover our main design disciplines of Surfacing and Model Design. You will play your part in improving the quality, efficiency and accuracy of designs to support the aero development.

This role will see you using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) to generate aero surfaces that are compliant with Technical Regulations, as well as designing components for our state-of-the-art wind-tunnel model. Additionally, you will support improvements to our design methods, tools and processes through programming, automation or other process improvements.

As a placement student with us you will enjoy the same responsibilities and creative freedoms as our full-time employees and will make a very real contribution to the performance of our Team.

You’ll be supported and mentored by experienced engineers who are passionate about helping you grow—technically, professionally, and personally. You will return to university to complete your studies having enjoyed an experience that helped you grow as an engineer.

Please note that the role is office-based, at our campus in Brackley, United Kingdom.

About You

Essential

• Be enrolled on an eligible degree course, with at least one year remaining on your current course or confirmed enrolment on your next course* from the point at which you start your placement with us. If you will be enrolled on a Masters or PhD course, you will need to evidence enrolment to confirm eligibility.
• Have a strong background in an engineering discipline, with excellent skills in Mathematics and Physics.
• Have a passion for design and problem solving, and be excited by the opportunity to apply your skills and understanding to practical engineering challenges.
• Be able to work from our campus in Brackley, United Kingdom, for the duration of the placement.
• Demonstrate how your experiences — for example academic, extra-curricular, work or life experiences — reflect our shared values: Accountable, Brave, Competitive and Selfless

Desirable

• Experience using CAD, 3D modelling or other design tools.
• Programming, scripting, practical use of AI tools, or experience improving engineering processes.
• An adaptable, proactive and collaborative approach, with the ability to contribute effectively in a team environment.
• Keen attention to detail, with an analytical and inquisitive approach.
• Determination and resilience when facing challenges, with an interest in continuous improvement.

A prior interest in motorsport is not required: we are more interested in your curiosity, technical potential and motivation to work in a high-performance engineering environment.

Key Skills You Could Gain From Your Placement

• CAD Proficiency: Hands-on experience with industry-standard CAD tools (CATIA 3DX) for surfacing and component design.
• F1 Technical Regulations: Learning how to interpret and apply technical regulations to surfaces and perform checks to ensure designs are compliant.
• Design Process: Exposure to all stages from initial idea generation through to final design reviews and production of parts for physical testing.
• Idea Development: Experience in refining designs through feedback loops and collaboration with aerodynamicists, model shop and production.
• Team Collaboration: Working closely with a variety of stakeholders in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary team.
• Time Management: Balancing multiple tasks and deadlines in a dynamic engineering environment.
• Adaptability: Learning to respond to changing priorities and technical challenges.

If you're ready to apply your skills in a high-performance engineering environment and grow as part of a world-class team, we’d love to hear from you.

About Us

At the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team, every win starts with the energy to exceed our exceptional standards.

It’s the belief and focus you give that powers our performance.

Whether you’re leading innovation, bringing precision to our manufacturing or supporting trackside operations around the world, every detail matters.

We’re setting new standards in our sport, together. More growth, more pride, more of what makes our team exceptional.

Give all. Gain more.

Benefits

When you put the effort in, we give it back. Start with a competitive salary, a generous joining bonus, add in a world-class wellbeing programme (including a free on-site gym), delicious, subsidised food, and private medical cover - all on our riverside campus powered by 100% renewable energy.

You’ll have everything you need to thrive both inside and outside of work.

Why Us

We believe that building a more inclusive and diverse culture helps us go faster and further.

From recruitment and building our future talent pipeline to internal communications and leadership training, we’re building a team where everyone can thrive and contribute to our shared success.

Our aim is to attract, develop and retain exceptional people from all backgrounds, creating a workplace where all team members feel respected, supported and able to fulfil their potential.