Junior Aero Design Engineer — Race Car CAD & Aerodynamics

McLaren F1 Team; Woking; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing initiatives

Development opportunities

Job summary

McLaren F1 Team in the United Kingdom is seeking a Junior Aero Design Engineer to help design and develop race car aerodynamic surfaces, wind tunnel components and assemblies, contributing to on-track performance.

You’ll work with aerodynamicists, CFD engineers, model makers, production specialists, wind tunnel technicians, R&D and vehicle engineering teams in a factory-based role with occasional travel and the flexibility to support development activities when needed.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical, Automotive, or Aeronautical Engineering or related experience.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD and engineering drawing standards.
• Understanding FIA regulations and race car development.
• Experience with Formula Student or high-performance engineering is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop aerodynamic surfaces and wind tunnel parts using CAD.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet challenging timescales.
• Create engineering models and drawings for manufacturing and testing.
• Contribute to problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Communicate project progress and support milestones.

Skills

3D CAD

Engineering drawing

FIA regulations

MS Office

Formula Student

Education

Mechanical/Automotive/Aeronautical Engineering degree

Tools

CAD software

Job description

McLaren F1 Team in the United Kingdom is seeking a Junior Aero Design Engineer to help design and develop race car aerodynamic surfaces, wind tunnel components and assemblies, contributing to on-track performance.

You’ll work with aerodynamicists, CFD engineers, model makers, production specialists, wind tunnel technicians, R&D and vehicle engineering teams in a factory-based role with occasional travel and the flexibility to support development activities when needed.