F1 Structural Analysis Engineer – Lightweight Performance

Paddock; Brackley; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team in Brackley, UK is seeking a Structural Analysis Engineer to join our Structures group. You will perform structural analysis of metallic and composite components, develop and apply simulation models, and support design, validation and track activities for a Formula One car.

The role requires an engineering degree with 2:1 minimum, experience in motorsport or high-performance engineering, and strong hands-on experience with FEA tools such as Abaqus or HyperWorks.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree with 2:1 minimum.
• Experience in structural analysis in motorsport or similar.
• Strong knowledge of FEA tools (Abaqus/HyperWorks).
• Ability to interpret results and communicate findings clearly.
• Experience supporting design development, validation or test activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis of metallic and composite components.
• Support analysis activities across the product lifecycle from concept to validation.
• Develop and apply simulation models for engineering decision-making.
• Collaborate with design, aerodynamics, vehicle performance and production teams.
• Evaluate load cases, stress distributions and potential failure modes.
• Support physical testing programmes and model correlation activities.
• Improve analysis methodologies, tools and workflows.
• Explore innovative structural concepts and materials.
• Ensure work meets performance, safety and regulatory requirements.
• Share knowledge with the wider engineering team.

Skills

FEA analysis

Composite & metals

Non-linear analysis

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Abaqus

HyperWorks

FE-Safe

Job description

Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team in Brackley, UK is seeking a Structural Analysis Engineer to join our Structures group. You will perform structural analysis of metallic and composite components, develop and apply simulation models, and support design, validation and track activities for a Formula One car.

The role requires an engineering degree with 2:1 minimum, experience in motorsport or high-performance engineering, and strong hands-on experience with FEA tools such as Abaqus or HyperWorks.