Powertrain Design Student Placement

Van Amersfoort Racing; Enstone; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical healthcare

On-site gym

Fully catered restaurant with a daily/

Competitive salary

Job summary

Alpine Formula One Team in Enstone is seeking a Powertrain Design Student Placement to contribute to CAD modelling, design validation, and technical documentation for heat rejection, hydraulics, and fuel systems.

You’ll work with seasoned engineers to ensure performance, reliability, and FIA-compliant design, gaining hands-on experience in race-ready powertrain development within a collaborative, safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Aerospace, or Motorsport Engineering.
• Strong grasp of mechanical design and engineering fundamentals.
• Experience with CAD software.
• Familiarity with FEA tools and design for manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of powertrain components using CAD tools
• Prepare technical drawings and documentation for manufacturing and assembly
• Contribute to continuous improvement of design processes and component performance
• Collaborate with simulation, performance, and manufacturing teams to ensure design feasibility and integration
• Investigate and resolve issues from current car failures or improvements

Skills

CAD design

FEA knowledge

Mechanical design principles

Industry placement readiness

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s in Mechanical/Automotive/Aerospace/Motorsport Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Simulation software

Job description

Duration: 1 year

Start Date: July 2027

Location: Enstone

About Us

We are a high-performance Formula One Team driven by innovation, precision, and passion. Our Powertrain group is responsible for the design and development of critical systems including heat rejection, hydraulics, and fuel, as well as the seamless integration of the engine and hybrid systems. As a Powertrain Design Student Placement, you’ll be part of a team that transforms cutting-edge concepts into race-ready solutions that directly impact on-track performance.

The Role

During the placement, you’ll support the design and development of mechanical components across the powertrain systems, including heat rejection, hydraulics, and fuel. Working alongside experienced design engineers, you’ll contribute to CAD modelling, design validation, and technical documentation, helping ensure performance, reliability, and compliance with the Formula One regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of powertrain components using CAD tools
• Help prepare technical drawings and documentation for manufacturing and assembly
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in design processes and component performance
• Collaborate with simulation, performance, and manufacturing teams to ensure design feasibility and integration
• Investigate and resolve issues occurring from any failures or required improvements for the current car

Who We’re Looking For

• Currently studying a degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Aerospace, or Motorsport Engineering and looking for an industry placement as your penultimate year of university
• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles and engineering fundamentals
• Experience with CAD software
• Familiarity with FEA tools and design for manufacturing principles
• Passion for motorsport and a proactive, detail-oriented mindset
• You must have the right to work in the UK, as we cannot provide sponsorship for this role
• Be available to attend onsite for an assessment centre in September

What We Offer in Return

At Alpine Formula One Team, you won’t just contribute; you’ll make a direct impact on race car performance at the pinnacle of motorsport. Working alongside some of the most talented individuals in the industry, you’ll help shape innovation on a global stage.

Our purpose-built facilities in Enstone provide the perfect environment to thrive. We offer a competitive salary, private medical healthcare, full access to our free on-site gym, a fully catered restaurant with a daily allowance and a wide range of additional benefits designed to support your wellbeing and growth.

Beyond the perks, you’ll be part of a team that’s pushing boundaries in Formula One. The thrill of pioneering cutting-edge technology, combined with a collaborative and inclusive culture, creates unmatched opportunities for career development and personal achievement.

Take the next step in your career and play your part in shaping the future of Formula One.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Alpine Formula OneTeam, 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.