Lead Structures Engineer

Northampton Business Directory; Towcester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in motorsport engineering is seeking an experienced FEA Group Leader to guide a talented team within their Composite Structures division. This exciting role involves overseeing stress engineers, managing FEA methodologies, and ensuring high-quality analysis reports. The position offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of motorsport technology, driving innovation and continuous improvement in composite analysis processes. Join a prestigious team and contribute to the evolution of advanced composite structures in a dynamic and challenging environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in a senior or lead stress role within Formula 1 or top-tier motorsport.
• Proven leadership skills and previous team management experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of stress engineers, providing clear guidance and leadership.
• Oversee FEA and hand calculations on a wide variety of composite components.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in composite analysis processes.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Degree in Engineering

Tools

ABAQUS

Hyperworks

Laminate Modeller

Catia V6

Job description

FEA Group Leader - Composites
Location: Silverstone / Brackley | Sector: Motorsport | Type: Permanent

Matchtech are working on behalf of a prestigious Formula One team to recruit an experienced FEA Group Leader within their Composite Structures division.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a high-performing group at the cutting edge of motorsport engineering. You'll be guiding a team of talented stress engineers, developing analytical strategies, and supporting the evolution of one of the most advanced composite structures programmes on the grid.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a team of stress engineers, providing clear guidance and leadership.

• Oversee FEA and hand calculations on a wide variety of composite components.

• Ensure consistent delivery of high-quality analysis reports and structural documentation.

• Develop and improve internal FEA methodologies and standards.

• Support recruitment, training, and mentoring of new team members.

• Manage team performance through regular appraisals, reviews, and disciplinary processes where required.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with departments such as Design, Transmission, and Engine Installation.

• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in composite analysis processes.

What We're Looking For:

• A degree in Engineering or a related discipline.

• Extensive experience in a senior or lead stress role within Formula 1 or top-tier motorsport.

• Proven leadership skills and previous team management experience.

• Strong working knowledge of FEA tools such as ABAQUS, Hyperworks, and Laminate Modeller.

• Experience using Catia V6.

• Solid understanding of material behaviour and composite structures.

• Excellent communication skills and a solution-focused approach under pressure.

This role is primarily based at the team's state-of-the-art facilities in Silverstone / Brackley, with occasional travel as required.