Senior Composite Design Engineer

Haas F1 Team; Oxford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the MoneyGram Haas F1 Team as a Mechanical Engineer where you will play a key role in designing and developing Formula 1 car components. The position offers exposure to various aspects of a high-performance racing team, ensuring contributions are recognized while working in a dynamic and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Competitive rewards

Health programs

Bonuses

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of professional motorsports experience, including design.
• Strong communication skills and a robust technical background required.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with a focus on vehicle performance.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop F1 car components.
• Promote teamwork and effective communication across all departments.
• Contribute to continuous improvement in component design focusing on car performance.

Skills

Communication

Technical background in racing cars

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Analytical problem solving

Quick decision-making

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

GCSE or High School diploma

Tools

CATIA 3DX

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

2025 sees MoneyGram Haas F1 Team celebrate its tenth season in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship. We don't follow the status quo; we're here to challenge the competition, and we want you to join us.

The first American Formula 1 team to compete since 1986, MoneyGram Haas F1 Team made an immediate impression with a memorable points-scoring debut at the 2016 Australian Grand Prix. Nine years later, the team continues to demonstrate growth and a clear direction, coming off its second-best season to date in Formula 1.

We're a racing team — not a corporate machine. We have three headquarters: Kannapolis in the US, Banbury in the UK, and Maranello in Italy. Each is powered by passionate, loyal, and hardworking team ambassadors. Within the paddock, we're known as the 'family team.' At MoneyGram Haas F1 Team, you'll be involved in various areas of the team, gain broader visibility across the business, and see your contributions clearly.

Yes, you'll learn from us, but we also expect to learn from you!

General Summary:

This position reports to the Head of Composite Design or their designee and is located in Maranello, Italy. The role involves collaborating in planning and strategy for component development and race introduction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Promote teamwork and effective communication across all personnel and departments.
• Design and develop F1 car components.
• Seek continuous improvement in component design focusing on car performance.
• Contribute to composite design workload planning in consultation with business partners.
• Assist in concept development related to composite design.
• Liaise with the Race Team regarding reliability and relevant design revisions.
• Perform research and development functions as needed.
• Follow all safety regulations at all venues.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head of Composite Design or their designee.

Education and Work Experience:

GCSE, High School diploma or equivalent required. A Mechanical Engineering university degree is preferred. A minimum of 5 years of professional motorsports experience, including design, is required. FEA experience is a plus.

Specialized Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent command of the English language.
• Robust technical background in racing cars.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Ability to lead composite design projects from concept to completion.
• Focus on vehicle performance.
• Knowledge of composite materials and machine shop processes.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Quick decision-making skills, analytical problem solving.
• Teamwork skills and ability to work with personnel at all levels.
• Positive, proactive attitude and willingness to assist others.

Equipment and Applications:

• Computing tools and basic hand tools.
• CATIA 3DX.
• Microsoft Office Suite.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

The role requires working in a high-pressure, time-sensitive environment, possibly involving domestic and international travel, long hours, including weekends. Physical demands include lifting up to 50 pounds, bending, squatting, manual dexterity, and working around machinery, race cars, and hazardous fluids. Compliance with health and safety policies is mandatory.

This job description may not include all duties and responsibilities but reflects the core requirements of the role.

At MoneyGram Haas F1 Team, we value diversity and strive for an inclusive environment. We offer competitive rewards, bonuses, and health programs to support our team members.

All employees must be security cleared to National Security Vetting standards. We support the NSV process, and eligibility typically requires UK residency for the past 5 years. International candidates may need to provide additional background checks.