Lead Structural Analysis Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Northampton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive team seeks a Lead Structural Analysis Engineer for the 2026 FIA Formula One World Championship. This role involves developing tools, performing analyses, and supervising engineers, contributing to a competitive engineering environment. Candidates should have extensive motorsport experience and the ability to foster an inclusive culture.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in F1 or motorsport industries required.
• Experience with FEA essential.
• Ability to contribute positively to an inclusive culture.

Responsibilities

• Perform analysis and optimization of structures and assemblies.
• Supervise and guide other FEA engineers.
• Develop and enhance FEA tools.
• Create and maintain databases supporting FEA functions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Strong IT skills

Education

Degree in engineering or relevant discipline

Tools

FEA tools

Job description

Job Title: Lead Structural Analysis Engineer

Client:

Cadillac Formula 1 Team

Location:

Northampton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

1

Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

Description: Cadillac Formula 1 is preparing for the 2026 FIA Formula One World Championship with a focus on building a high-performance culture. We aim to assemble a talented team to compete at the highest level, including engineering, design, and off-track specialists.

Role Overview: As a Lead Structural Analysis Engineer, you will develop and improve tools to support engineering and design functions, perform structural analysis and optimization, supervise FEA engineers, and maintain databases supporting FEA activities.

Responsibilities:

• Perform analysis and optimization of structures and assemblies.
• Supervise and guide other FEA engineers.
• Develop and enhance FEA tools under the guidance of the Lead CAE engineer.
• Create and maintain databases to support FEA functions.

Requirements:

1. A degree in engineering or a relevant discipline.
2. Extensive experience in F1 or other motorsport industries.
3. Experience with FEA.
4. Strong IT skills, including MS Office.
5. Ability to contribute positively to an inclusive culture.
6. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Please note that additional security checks, including a background check covering the past five years, may be required.

We review applicants on a rolling basis; early applications are encouraged. We are committed to diversity and equal opportunity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.