Graduate Aero Mechanical Design Engineer

Cadillac Formula 1 Team; Silverstone; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading pension

Generous time off

Career development potential

Job summary

Cadillac Formula 1 Team at Silverstone is seeking a Graduate Aero Mechanical Design Engineer to join a team of skilled design engineers. You will help develop the wind tunnel model and testing facility, designing mechanical and electromechanical systems for the model.

Responsibilities include delivering high quality designed parts, working on mechanical design projects, reviewing designs, and contributing new ideas in design methodology.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering/Design/Motorsport or equivalent.
• Recent graduate or within 12 months of graduation.
• Experience with 3D CAD, preferably 3DExperience/CATIA.
• Understanding of mechanical systems and materials is advantageous.
• Awareness of GD&T and part validation techniques.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of high quality mechanical parts for the wind tunnel model.
• Work on design projects for mechanical systems used on the wind tunnel model and aero instrumentation.
• Review designs and seek improvements for performance and reliability.
• Contribute ideas in design methodology and processes.
• Research new technologies and materials for mechanical development.

Skills

3D CAD (3DExperience/CATIA)

GD&T knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Engineering/Design/Motorsport degree

Tools

3DExperience/CATIA

FEA familiarity

Job description

Closing date: Friday October 2nd 2026

Fueled by bold ambition

We have an opportunity for an Graduate Aero Mechanical Design Engineer to join Cadillac Formula 1® Team at Silverstone. In this role you will be work within a group of skilled design engineers in helping develop the team’s 60% wind tunnel model and testing facility, designing and developing mechanical and electromechanical systems for the model.

• Support delivery ofhigh quality designed mechanical parts for the wind tunnel model
• Working on design projects in all aspects of the design of the mechanical systems used on the wind tunnel model, testfacilityand aero instrumentation
• Reviewing designs and developing an understanding on how to improve the performance and reliability of engineering systems
• Working to achieve the project scope set out by senior team members tocompletemechanicaldesign solutions
• Contributenew ideasin designmethodologyincluding process and procedures
• Investigate and researchnew technologiesand materials to be used in the development of mechanical systems

What do we need from you?

• A degree in a relevant discipline (Engineering/Design/Motorsport) or similar
• Completed your degree within the past 12 months, or you are scheduled to complete it within the next 12 months
• Some experience of mechanical design using 3D CAD software (preferably 3DExperience/CATIA)
• Some knowledge and understanding of complex mechanical engineeringisadvantageous
• Ability to apply structural engineering techniques for part validation (FEA)
• Some knowledge of materials and manufacturing techniques including composite manufacture and advanced digital manufacture
• An awarenessof GD&T and its application
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills
• Able to perform dutiesin a timely mannerwith minimalerrors
• Communicate effectively withcolleagues
• Clear and concise communication, verbally and with the use of email
• Strong levels of IT skills including MS Office, Word,Exceland PowerPoint
• Positively contribute to an open and inclusive culture

A team like no other.

The Cadillac Formula 1® Team challenges conventions and redefines success through bold ambition, cutting-edge innovation, and an unwavering commitment to precision and excellence—on and off the track. This includes offering industry-leading pension, generous time off and, as part of a global brand, huge potential for career development.

As an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply.

At The Cadillac Formula 1® Team, all Team Members are expected to actively support and uphold our policies and procedures, including those focused on Environmental responsibility, Sustainability initiatives, Inclusion and Health and Safety practices.

Please note that additional security checks may be required as part of the recruitment process. This may include a background check covering a minimum of the past five years and a criminal record check.