Mechanical Design Engineer

Alpine; Enstone; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic F1 team in the United Kingdom is seeking a talented Design Engineer to join their Mechanical Design group in Enstone. The successful candidate will contribute to the design of complex suspension components and be responsible for detailed design specifications. Candidates should have a degree in Engineering, with experience in F1 or motorsport preferred, and familiarity with CAD software like Catia V5/3DX or NX. The role offers competitive pay, medical coverage, gym access, and a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration packages

Private medical healthcare

Access to a free on-site gym

Subsidised restaurant

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in F1 or high-level motorsport.
• Educated to degree level or equivalent in Engineering.
• Previous CAD experience with Catia V5/3DX or NX.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to detailed design specifications.
• Concept design and scheming components.
• Detailing machined parts and specifying laminates.

Skills

Experience in F1 or high-level motorsport

Self-motivated and analytical

CAD experience with Catia V5/3DX or NX

Education

Degree level or equivalent in Engineering

Job description

Are you ready to accelerate your career with a dynamic and innovative F1 team? We have a fantastic opportunity for an exceptionally talented Design Engineer to join our Mechanical Design group within the Engineering Office at Enstone. This position will play a crucial role in helping us push for podiums and race wins.

Role of Our Mechanical Design Engineers

You will be part of the team behind all of our complex suspension components and sub-systems, taking ownership of your own designs with the opportunity to apply your theoretical knowledge.

Your Challenge

• Contribute to detailed design specifications from cradle to grave, defining and supporting component or system validation, servicing and utilisation and resolving any issues as they arise.
• Responsibilities include but are not limited to: concept design and scheming components, detailing machined parts, patterns, molds and specifying laminates, extending to the necessary component jigs and build tooling.

Who We Want

We are looking to enhance our talented team with someone who has previous experience, ideally within F1 or another high-level motorsport. You should be educated to degree level or equivalent in Engineering and have a solid base knowledge of engineering first principles. We need someone who is self‑motivated, analytical, and a pragmatic decision‑maker capable of working with minimal supervision. You should have previous CAD experience with Catia V5/3DX or NX; we will provide training if necessary.

What We Offer You In Return

Working for Alpine F1 Team, you will work with top professionals, directly impacting race car performance on a global stage, and enjoy our state‑of‑the‑art facilities. We offer competitive remuneration packages, private medical healthcare, access to a free on‑site gym, a subsidised restaurant and many additional benefits. Additionally, the thrill of pioneering innovation in Formula One racing provides numerous career development opportunities in a collaborative, inclusive environment.

At Alpine F1 Team, we celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can be their true selves. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. We are committed to leading by example in promoting diversity, inclusion, and belonging in our society.