Aerodynamics Surface Designer

Williams F1; Retford; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Williams F1 seeks an Aero Concept Designer to turn early aerodynamic ideas into high-quality 3D surfacing models for wind tunnel testing and full-scale development.

You will work with Aerodynamicists, Model Designers and Composite teams to deliver robust geometry and support fast iteration while maintaining high standards across the development cycle.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with aero concept development and surfacing.
• Strong teamwork and presentation skills are essential.
• Able to deliver FIA-compliant geometry for wind tunnel and full-scale use.

Responsibilities

• Support creation of high-quality concept surface models.
• Produce robust, FIA-legal geometry for wind tunnel and full-scale releases.
• Collaborate with Aerodynamicists, Model Designers and other teams.
• Support the WSR process ensuring accurate geometry.
• Participate in surfacing reviews and cross-functional discussions.
• Identify design process improvements for faster iteration.

Skills

Aero concepts

3D CAD surfacing

Engineering experience

Strong communicator

Project management

Motorsport exposure

Team collaboration

Education

Completed apprenticeship, HND or Degree in Mechanical, Product, Industrial or Automotive Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

About the Role:

We are looking for an Aero Concept Designer who thrives on challenge, thinks beyond the obvious, and wants to shape the future direction of a Formula 1 car. In the Aero Concept team, our mission is clear: reduce the time to aero intent. As an Aero Concept Designer, you'll help turn early aerodynamic ideas into high quality, FIA legal 3D surfacing models for both wind tunnel testing and full-scale development. Your work will directly influence how quickly aerodynamic intent becomes physical reality. This is more than just creating a CAD surface. This is about accelerating performance through precision aero design. You'll work closely with Aerodynamicists, Model Designers and Composite designers to deliver fast, robust geometry and support a culture that values high standards, open thinking and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting the creation and delivery of high-quality concept surface models within specific aero development groups using CAD software.
• Producing robust, FIA-legal geometry that is fit for purpose and ready for Wind Tunnel and Full-Scale release.
• Work closely with Aerodynamicists, Model Designers and other design teams to ensure efficient implementation of aero projects.
• Supporting the WSR process when required, ensuring accurate, regulation-compliant geometry.
• Play an active role in surfacing reviews and cross-functional discussions.
• Identify opportunities to improve design practices, processes and workflows. This role is about reducing friction in the development cycle. Cleaner geometry. Smarter processes. Faster iteration. Every surface you create should move us closer to lap time.

About You:

Technical skills matter, but mindset matters more. You're not someone who stops at option A. You're already thinking about options B, C, D and beyond and building concepts that can be iterated, refined and improved. You're curious by default. You seek information widely, ask questions early, and use engineering first principles as your anchor. You're process oriented, detail driven and motivated by doing things the right way, not just the fast way. We're looking for someone who is comfortable challenging standards when needed but is also able to get stuck in a deliver the job when it matters. You communicate clearly, collaborate with ease, and build strong relationships across disciplines. Above all, you're excited by the idea of shaping concepts that will be tested, challenged, developed and ultimately help drive the performance of a Formula One car.

Key Technical Skills & Experience:

• Completed apprenticeship, HND or Degree in Mechanical, Product, Industrial or Automotive Engineering
• Strong, transferrable engineering experience; motorsport exposure a bonus
• Familiarity with Aero concepts and development.
• Advanced 3D CAD surfacing skills
• Clear communicator with strong teamwork and presentation skills
• Good project management awareness and ability to act decisively under pressure
• Flexible when deadlines demand extra commitment

Additional Information#LI-JB1Atlassian Williams F1 Team is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments.

Summary

Type: Full-timeFunction: EngineeringExperience level: AssociateIndustry: Sports

Company Description

Company DescriptionFor almost 50 years, Williams F1 has been at the forefront of one of the fastest sports on the planet, being one of the top three most successful teams in history competing in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship. With an almost unrivalled heritage of engineering and racing F1 cars and unforgettable eras that demonstrate it is a force to be reckoned with, the British squad boasts 16 F1 World Championship titles to its name. Since its foundation in 1977 by the eminent, late Sir Frank Williams and engineering pioneer Sir Patrick Head, the team has won nine Constructors' Championships, in association with Cosworth, Honda and Renault. Its roll call of drivers is legendary, with its seven Drivers' Championship trophies being lifted by true icons of the sport: Alan Jones, Keke Rosberg, Nelson Piquet, Nigel Mansell, Alain Prost, Damon Hill and Jacques Villeneuve. The team has made history before and is out to make it again with a long-term mission to evolve and return to the