Aerodynamics Design Engineer

McLaren Racing; Woking; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Generous pension contributions

Life insurance

Job summary

A leading motorsport team is seeking an Aerodynamics Design Engineer to join their Aero Design team. In this role, you will design race car aerodynamic surfaces and wind tunnel components, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams. Applicants should have a degree in Mechanical, Automotive, or Aeronautical engineering, alongside experience in CAD software. This full-time position based in Woking offers competitive benefits, including healthcare and pension contributions, and is suited for mid-senior level professionals.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical, Automotive, or Aeronautical engineering.
• Experience with 3D CAD software.
• Knowledge of engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Design race car aerodynamic surfaces and wind tunnel components.
• Collaborate with various teams including aerodynamicists and engineers.
• Contribute to project leadership and design process.

Skills

3D CAD knowledge

FIA regulations awareness

Effective teamwork

Proficiency with MS Office

Problem-solving skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical/Automotive/Aeronautical engineering

Job description

Aerodynamics Design Engineer – McLaren Racing

At McLaren, our mission is to set the standard for high performance in sport.

Purpose of the Role

As a member of the Aero Design team, you will design race car aerodynamic surfaces, wind tunnel model parts, and assemblies. Taking on increased responsibility for project leadership and technical expertise, your role involves contributing to the design process and ensuring the successful execution of development projects.

Responsibilities

• Integral member of the Aero Design team, contributing to the design of aero surfaces and wind tunnel model components.
• Collaborate closely with the wider Aero team—including aerodynamicists, CFD, model makers, production team, wind tunnel technicians, R&D team, and vehicle engineering team.
• Factory based but may involve occasional travel.
• Predominantly carried out during standard working hours but may include additional hours and weekends.

Principal Accountabilities

• Experience working with different CAD software and familiarity with CAD methodologies.
• Good awareness of FIA regulations and how they impact vehicle design.
• Effective teamwork on projects, informing team on project timelines.
• Contribution to the design of race car aerodynamic surfaces, wind tunnel model parts, and assemblies, working cross‑functionally to meet deadlines.
• Problem‑solving and troubleshooting efforts.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Degree in Mechanical/Automotive/Aeronautical engineering or related field.
• 3D CAD knowledge.
• Knowledge of engineering drawings.
• Formula Student and industrial experience advantageous.
• Proficiency with MS Office.

Personal Attributes

• Team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication.
• Well‑organised; able to manage own time effectively.
• Desire to improve processes; proactive and initiative driven.
• Ability to listen actively.
• Collaboration with team members to find mutually beneficial solutions.
• Thorough worker with good attention to detail.
• Responsive to feedback and takes necessary actions.
• Pro‑actively participates in team meetings to discuss progress and address challenges.
• Pro‑actively engages with external stakeholders to gather requirements and provide project updates.
• Result‑focused and driven.

What McLaren can offer

We constantly strive to be better tomorrow than we are today. Our ambition is to be the most pioneering and exhilarating racing team in the world. We encourage and support diversity, equity and inclusion, actively promoting a culture that values difference and eliminates discrimination in our workplace.

McLaren Racing is based at the McLaren Technology Centre (MTC) near Woking. The state‑of‑the‑art, sustainable campus offers gym, restaurant, indoor and outdoor breakout areas, and access to park and common land. The MTC is connected to Woking main‑line station via regular shuttle buses; London Waterloo is a 30‑minute train ride.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including private healthcare, car schemes, life insurance, and generous pension contributions.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Location

London, England, United Kingdom