Composite Design Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise leader dans l'ingénierie de la Formule 1 recherche un ingénieur en conception composite pour développer des structures et composants avancés. Le candidat idéal doit posséder une solide compréhension des matériaux composites et exceller en CAD, notamment avec Catia V5 ou Siemens NX. Ce rôle exige créativité, indépendance, et forte capacité de communication au sein d’équipes multidisciplinaires.

Qualifications

• Capacité à travailler indépendamment et à respecter des délais serrés.
• Compréhension des dessins techniques et des normes d'ingénierie.
• Experience dans la production et la révision de documentation d'assemblage et de composants.

Responsibilities

• Concevoir et développer des structures et composants composites.
• Participer aux évaluations structurelles et fonctionnelles.
• Collaborer avec les équipes internes pour assurer la qualité du design.

Skills

Compréhension des matériaux composites

Compétences en CAD

Communication

Travail en équipe multidisciplinaire

Tools

Catia V5

Siemens NX

Job description

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We are seeking a Composite Design Engineer (Contractor) to join a leading Motorsport and Formula 1 Manufacturer. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and developing composite structures and components for various applications. This role demands a strong understanding of composite materials, excellent CAD skills (Catia V5 or NX), and the ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic engineering environment.

Key Duties:

• Lead the creation of both conceptual and detailed designs for composite components and systems.
• Deliver lightweight, cost-effective, and structurally sound solutions by balancing mass, stiffness, and budgetary constraints.
• Contribute to structural and functional assessments by supporting analysis and validation efforts.
• Work cross-functionally with internal teams such as aerodynamics, vehicle dynamics, electronics, structural engineering, powertrain, stress analysis, R&D, and production.
• Ensure clear, concise communication across departments and throughout the design process.
• Take ownership of design issues, performing in-depth investigations and driving timely resolutions.

What We’re Looking For:

• A proactive and creative engineer with the ability to work independently and meet tight project deadlines.
• A solid understanding of technical drawings and engineering standards, with experience producing and reviewing assemblies and component documentation.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of contributing effectively within multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Proficient in CAD, with prior experience using Catia/3DX or Siemens NX