Design Engineer (Mechanical)

M-Sport UK; Cockermouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A world-leading motorsport organization in Cockermouth is seeking a Design Engineer (Mechanical) to contribute to their high-performance vehicle projects. The role involves delivering innovative engineering solutions, designing advanced car components, and optimizing structures for performance and safety. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Mechanical Engineering, experience in a competitive environment, and strong skills in 3D CAD. Attractive employee benefits are offered, along with the opportunity to work in a dynamic team dedicated to motorsport success.

Benefits

Life assurance

Flexible working day

Company contributed pension scheme

Discounted gym membership

Cycle to work scheme

Company healthcare plan

Long service awards

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• At least 2-3 years of experience in a competitive industry.
• Good experience with structures and mechanisms, specifically suspension, brakes, steering, and chassis structure.
• Understanding of manufacturing techniques and materials.

Responsibilities

• Deliver innovative engineering solutions.
• Design advanced models and drawings for car components and chassis.
• Perform structural analysis and optimization of components.
• Verify designs through calculations and analysis.

Skills

3D CAD knowledge (preferably CATIA V5)

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

MEng or BEng in Motorsport, Automotive or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

M‑Sport UK is a world‑leading motorsport organisation, internationally recognised for our success across FIA World Rally, Rally‑Raid, and GT racing championships. From our state‑of‑the‑art facility in the heart of Cumbria, we design, build, and run competition‑winning machinery – and we’re looking for passionate, driven individuals to help shape the next generation of performance engines.

As our company and projects expand, we have an exciting opportunity for a Design Engineer (Mechanical) to join our ever‑growing team in our Design Office. Reporting to the Chief Designer, the role will involve working on some of our primary whole‑car design projects.

The role and responsibilities include:

• Delivering innovative engineering solutions.
• Design advanced models and drawings of a variety of car components and chassis design.
• Structural analysis and optimisation of the car components to guarantee solutions with minimum weight, adequate reliability, safety, and meeting the required stiffness targets.
• Verification of designs through own calculations, analysis and CAE.
• Ensuring the success of the design from inception through to production.
• Liaise with the Chief Designer and Engineers to improve and confirm the design to achieve maximum car performance.
• Use theoretical knowledge of material science and mechanical engineering to resolve difficult problems as they arise.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

We’re looking for a self‑motivated team player with a positive and enthusiastic attitude. The ideal candidate will be:

• Educated to MEng or BEng degree level in Motorsport, Automotive or Mechanical Engineering, and have good knowledge of 3D CAD, preferably CATIA V5.
• Understand the latest manufacturing techniques and materials, and you should have meticulous attention to detail and a practical approach to problem solving.
• Excellent interpersonal, relationship and team building skills, and share our determination to deliver the very best results.
• Pride yourself on your attention to detail and be capable of delivering a high standard of performance and quality whilst working to strict deadlines in a time‑sensitive environment.

Preferred Experience

• At least 2 - 3 years of experience in similar environment working in a competitive industry. The ideal candidate must have good experience of structures and mechanisms, specifically suspension, brakes, steering and chassis structure.

WHY US

Operating a renowned global motorsport business with state‑of‑the‑art facilities at home and winning performances around the globe, M‑Sport UK provide the engineering expertise behind an award‑winning range of competition cars and has become an industry leader with success across some of the industry’s most acclaimed motorsport series.

The drive to deliver championship‑winning machinery is what excites and strengthens our engineering team; and the key to our continuing success starts with you having influence throughout the core procedures of all our vehicles – from concepts and original designs, to running test programmes and defining the means to enhance maximum performance.

We love what we do, and passion drives our success.

WHAT WE OFFER

Situated on the edge of the English Lake District National Park, M‑Sport UK is unique in offering the fast‑paced, high‑octane, adrenaline‑fuelled action expected from a career in International Motorsport mere minutes from the tranquillity of the Lakeland fells and all they have to offer in terms of recreation and wellbeing.

We also offer a range of employee benefits including: life assurance, a flexible working day, company contributed pension scheme, discounted gym membership, discount reward scheme, cycle to work scheme, company healthcare plan, long service awards, and an employee assistance programme. As well as a dedicated Work Culture Team with regular meetings, competitions and activities.

Job Reference: RDES251215