Composite Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Towcester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Composite Design Engineer, where you'll play a vital role in the design lifecycle of composite components. This exciting position offers the chance to work within a high-performance environment, collaborating with a talented team to develop innovative solutions. You'll be responsible for creating detailed designs and providing technical support, all while maintaining a commitment to excellence and safety. Enjoy a competitive package that includes private health care, a pension plan, and access to on-site fitness facilities. If you're passionate about engineering and eager to contribute to a dynamic team, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Private Health Care

Pension Plan

Life Assurance

Childcare Benefits

Cycle-to-Work Scheme

Tech Scheme

Car Scheme

On-site Gym

Fitness Classes

New Restaurant

Qualifications

• Strong experience in producing high-quality design schemes and drawings.
• Solid understanding of composite manufacturing techniques using pre-preg technologies.

Responsibilities

• Support creation of design schemes from concept to detailed assemblies.
• Provide technical support during assembly, testing, and development phases.

Skills

Composite Design

3D CAD Systems

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Team Collaboration

Education

Degree in Composites or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA

Job description

Job Description

We have a new opportunity to be part of our Composites Design team in the role of Composite Design Engineer.

As a Composite Design Engineer, you will contribute to the full design lifecycle of composite components, from initial scheme through to development and testing. You’ll work as part of a collaborative and innovative design team, supporting the development of class-leading composite assemblies, tooling, and jigs. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow and refine your design expertise within a high-performance F1 environment.

You will be responsible for:

• Supporting the creation of design schemes from concept through to detailed assemblies, including associated jigs, patterns, and tooling.
• Surfacing composite components and defining laminate specifications.
• Providing technical support during the assembly, testing, and development phases.
• Assisting in resolving issues arising from design validation or development.
• Participating in team discussions to develop and improve design concepts.
• Attending and contributing to meetings across design and engineering teams.
• Working proactively and professionally within a fast-paced and technically challenging environment.
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge and skills aligned to composite design best practices.

What you will need to be successful in this role:

• A degree or equivalent in a composites or mechanical engineering discipline.
• Strong experience producing high-quality design schemes and drawings of complex assemblies.
• Good working knowledge of 3D CAD systems—ideally with CATIA—and surface modelling.
• Solid understanding of composite manufacturing techniques using pre-preg technologies.
• Relevant experience within a motorsport or high-performance engineering environment is desirable.
• A creative and flexible approach to design problem-solving.
• Analytical mindset with a strong ability to deliver effective design solutions.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A calm, confident demeanour under pressure, with strong organisational abilities.
• Highly motivated, adaptable, and dependable.
• Good IT proficiency and attention to detail.
• A team player who contributes positively to team culture.
• Commitment to Health & Safety practices.

This is a full-time office-based role based at our campus in Silverstone, with additional requirement to travel to other locations where necessary.

Embark on a journey with the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team to reshape history at our cutting-edge, sustainable campus in Northamptonshire. Combining our rich heritage with innovation, we bring fresh energy to the sport, driven by a commitment to challenge the status quo and dominate the track. With new investment fueling our ambitions, we're seeking talented individuals who share our passion for racing and drive for success. As part of our high-performing, collaborative team, you'll enjoy a competitive package, including a discretionary bonus scheme, private health care, pension plan, life assurance, and benefits like TEDSgroup childcare, cycle-to-work, tech, and car schemes. Plus, you can look forward to an on-site gym with fitness, spin, and yoga classes, as well as a new restaurant offering indoor and outdoor dining.

We are a business that fosters a supportive, inclusive, and compassionate culture, where our team genuinely embodies our core values: Growth, Readiness, Empowerment, Excellence, and Nurturing.

Aston Martin Formula One Team is committed to attracting, recruiting, and retaining the most talented individuals, regardless of gender, gender expression, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, maternity, belief, sex, or other protected characteristics. We strive to be a team that reflects all the communities with which we engage around the world through our inclusive culture, where all team members are respected, empowered, and valued.

Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team is committed to fair and inclusive selection methods. If you would like to request reasonable adjustments, please complete our Request for Reasonable Adjustments form here.