Junior Mechanical Designer

JR United Kingdom; Enstone; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpine F1 Team is seeking a Junior Mechanical Designer to join their Aero Engineering Design Team in rural Oxfordshire. This role involves designing mechanical systems for wind tunnel models and collaborating with a team to ensure high-performance designs. Ideal candidates will have a relevant engineering degree and experience in mechanical design, demonstrating strong problem-solving and communication skills within a dynamic and innovative environment.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

Pension

Free onsite gym

Holiday buy-back scheme

Subsidised restaurant

Working from home opportunities

Private healthcare

Training and mentoring program

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mechanical design, preferably in automotive or aerospace.
• A proactive, detail-oriented approach with a passion for engineering.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical components and systems for aerodynamic testing.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver effective design solutions.
• Research and integrate new technologies.

Skills

Mechanical Design

CAD Software

Team Collaboration

Innovative Mindset

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Equivalent Qualification in Automotive/Aerospace Engineering

Tools

CATIA

Job description

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Alpine F1 Team are looking for a Junior Mechanical Designer. With a dynamic and supportive team mindset and world-leading facilities in rural Oxfordshire, we provide the ideal environment where engineers can make their mark while constantly developing their skills and capabilities.

If you are high performing, tenacious and motivated, apply today and take the first step towards joining the Enstone family.

The Role

As a Junior Mechanical Designer within the Aero Engineering Design Team, you will play a key role in delivering mechanical systems for our wind tunnel model, test facilities, and aero instrumentation. You will work closely with aerodynamicists, modelshop technicians, production teams, and full-scale mechanical designers to ensure seamless integration and performance of your designs.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Designing mechanical components and systems to support aerodynamic testing.
• Collaborating with stakeholders to deliver innovative and effective design solutions.
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of design methodologies, processes, and procedures.
• Researching and integrating new technologies to enhance system performance.
• Taking ownership of your projects and ensuring they meet quality and performance standards.

This is a factory-based role with occasional travel and extended hours, including weekends, as required by project demands.

The Person

We are seeking a proactive, detail-oriented individual with a passion for engineering and motorsport. The ideal candidate will have:

• A degree or equivalent qualification in mechanical or automotive/aerospace engineering.
• Experience in mechanical design, ideally within the automotive or aerospace sectors.
• Proficiency in CAD software (preferably CATIA).
• A creative and innovative mindset with a strong sense of ownership and pride in your work.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
• A flexible, self-motivated approach and the ability to perform under pressure to meet tight deadlines.

If you’re ready to accelerate your career and contribute to the success of Alpine F1 Team, we’d love to hear from you.

We offer a team who is truly ambitious with their goals, with a unique and friendly working environment and competitive remuneration – including pension, free onsite gym, holiday buy back scheme, subsidised restaurant, working from home opportunities, private healthcare, a leading training and mentoring program and many others.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.

Job Family

Alpine Racing UK

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