Junior Surface Designer

Alpine; Enstone; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading Formula 1 team as an aerodynamics designer. This role involves creating complex 3D models that influence the efficiency of the F1 car. With a focus on innovative design and collaboration, you'll work alongside engineers to push the limits of performance in a fast-paced environment. Apply for an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic team that thrives on technological advancements.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Free onsite gym

Holiday buy-back scheme

Subsidised restaurant

Opportunities for remote working

Private healthcare

Training and mentoring programme

Qualifications

• Passion for racing and high-performance teams.
• Ability to create complex 3D geometry.
• Experience with CAD tools is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Contributing to the creation of surfacing schemes for aerodynamic concepts.
• Ensuring aerodynamic surfaces comply with technical regulations.
• Collaborating with the design team to ensure compatibility of surfaces.

Skills

3D geometry interpretation

Creative problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related fields

Tools

Catia 3DX

Job description

Fuel your passion. Drive innovation. Join Alpine F1 Team!

Alpine F1 Team isn’t just about speed—it’s about pushing the limits of technology, design, and performance. Based in the breath-taking Oxfordshire countryside, our cutting-edge facilities and dynamic team culture create the perfect environment for engineers to experiment, grow, and make a real impact in the world of Formula 1.

If you thrive on challenge, love the thrill of racing, and have the drive to help us chase the championship, we want you on our team. Apply today and let’s make history—together.

The Role

Drive innovation. Master aerodynamics. Shape the future of racing.

In this role, you’ll be helping the department develop complex shapes that push the boundaries of performance while navigating challenging legality requirements. You will directly influence the aerodynamic efficiency of our Formula 1 car, helping us gain a competitive edge on the track.

If you’re ready to think beyond limits and make a real impact in the world of F1, this is your chance.

Your Main Responsibilities Will Be

• Working in the Surface Design group, you will contribute to creating surfacing schemes to allow aerodynamic concepts to be evaluated.
• Alongside our aerodynamicists, you will be a key part of the process of ensuring that the surfaces tested comply with the Formula One technical regulations.
• You will liaise with other members of the aero department, such as aerodynamicists, CFD engineers and wind tunnel model designers, to ensure that the desired aerodynamic intent is captured, and our development process runs smoothly.
• You will liaise with the design team for the race car to ensure the compatibility of aero surfaces with full-size manufacturing techniques.
• You will help to improve the methodology and procedures used to develop the surfaces of our car.
  
  

The Person

The person we are looking for will have many of these skills and capabilities:

• A passion for racing and working in fast paced high performance team
• The ability to interpret geometric descriptions and sketches and use them to create complex 3D geometry.
• While not a requirement, it would be an advantage to have a degree in one of the following or a similar subject: Mechanical Engineering. Product Design, Automotive and Transport Design, Automotive Engineering,
• CAD experience a bonus (Catia 3DX would be a particular advantage).
• Excellent communication, liaison and team working skills, recognising that working together with colleagues in other disciplines is essential to the efficient function of the department.
• The ability to manage your work schedule effectively and efficiently to meet demanding design deadlines.
• A proactive mindset with the ability to find creative solutions to problems.
  
  

At Alpine, you’ll be part of a passionate and driven team, working at the forefront of motorsport technology. We offer a dynamic and collaborative environment where innovation thrives and every team member plays a vital role in our success on the track.

Our Offer To You

• Company pension scheme
• Free onsite gym
• Holiday buy-back scheme
• Subsidised restaurant
• Opportunities for remote working
• Private healthcare
• A leading training and mentoring programme
• And many other benefits designed to support your personal and professional growth