Senior Composite Design Engineer

Paddock; Silverstone; Remote; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Private healthcare

Pension plan

Life assurance

Cycle-to-work scheme

Tech scheme

Car scheme

Job summary

Aston Martin Formula One Team in Silverstone is seeking a Senior Composite Design Engineer to shape lightweight, high-performance composite components for our F1 car. You will own large-scale design projects, develop concepts into detailed parts, and mentor junior engineers within a high-pressure motorsport environment.

You will apply CATIA-based design, solid modelling, and pre-preg manufacturing knowledge across cross-functional teams, delivering innovative, cost-effective solutions on

Qualifications

• Degree-level qualification in a composite engineering discipline.
• Experience creating detailed drawings for complex composite components.
• Experience with pre-preg manufacturing processes.
• Experience in Formula 1 or high-level motorsport preferred.
• Ability to mentor junior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Develop composite design schemes from preliminary concepts through to detailed component designs, assemblies, jigs, patterns and tooling.
• Surface components and produce and review laminate specification booklets.
• Take ownership of large-scale projects, delivering design solutions efficiently and to demanding timescales.
• Provide technical follow-up during assembly, testing and development, investigating issues and implementing practical, timely solutions.
• Develop and improve design concepts to deliver lightweight, cost-effective and structurally efficient solutions.
• Work closely with the Lead Engineer and other departments to coordinate workloads, resolve technical challenges and progress projects.
• Help organise and delegate work within the group to ensure projects progress effectively.
• Mentor junior engineers, sharing knowledge of composite design, manufacturing methods and engineering best practice.

Skills

3D CAD

Solid modelling

Composite design

Issue resolution

Pressure under deadlines

Mentoring

Education

Degree in composite engineering

Tools

CATIA

Job description

Aston Martin Formula One Teamastonmartinf1.comManufacturing & quality · Silverstone, United Kingdom# Senior Composite Design EngineerFull timeShape the composite components that drive Formula 1 performance.We’re looking for experienced Senior Composite Design Engineers to join our Composite Design group, developing lightweight, structurally efficient composite components for our Formula 1 car.You’ll take ownership of substantial design projects, translating initial concepts into detailed component designs, assemblies and associated tooling. Working closely with colleagues across Engineering, you’ll apply your knowledge of composite design and manufacturing to solve challenges through assembly, testing and development, while helping develop the capability of junior engineers.**Please note**We’re always looking to attract the best talent to our team and welcome interest from candidates with a range of experience, including those operating at a more senior level. Role scope and responsibilities will be tailored to reflect the successful candidate’s experience and expertise.### Key Responsibilities* Develop composite design schemes from preliminary concepts through to detailed component designs, assemblies, jigs, patterns and tooling.* Surface components and produce and review laminate specification booklets.* Take ownership of large-scale projects, delivering design solutions efficiently and to demanding timescales.* Provide technical follow-up during assembly, testing and development, investigating issues and implementing practical, timely solutions.* Develop and improve design concepts to deliver lightweight, cost-effective and structurally efficient solutions.* Work closely with the Lead Engineer and other departments to coordinate workloads, resolve technical challenges and progress projects.* Help organise and delegate work within the group to ensure projects progress effectively.* Mentor junior engineers, sharing knowledge of composite design, manufacturing methods and engineering best practice.### Skills, Knowledge and Expertise* Degree-level qualification or equivalent in a composite engineering-related discipline.* Experience developing design schemes and detailed drawings for complex composite components and assemblies to demanding timescales, ideally within Formula 1 or high-level motorsport.* Experience using 3D CAD systems, ideally with a good working knowledge of CATIA.* Strong understanding of solid modelling techniques and composite manufacturing processes, particularly pre-preg technology.* Experience developing composite designs and resolving technical issues through assembly, testing and development.* A proactive, practical approach to engineering challenges, with the confidence to make sound technical decisions.* The ability to take ownership of projects, work effectively under pressure and deliver results to challenging deadlines.* The ability to mentor and motivate others, building effective working relationships across teams.Make an ImpactLead complex composite design challenges, share your expertise and develop those around you, delivering innovative, lightweight solutions that enhance the performance, reliability and competitiveness of our Formula 1 car.BenefitsInvesting in your career is paramount. We promote professional and personal development through a provision of learning opportunities and work with you to shape your career and realise your full potential.As part of our high-performing, collaborative team, you'll enjoy a competitive package, including a discretionary bonus scheme, private healthcare, pension plan, life assurance, TEDSgroup childcare benefits, a cycle-to-work scheme, tech scheme, and car scheme.You will also have access to our state-of-the-art facilities at the AMR Technology Campus, featuring a new on-site gym with fitness, spin and yoga classes, a bistro café, and restaurant.Interested in this role?Applications close 15 Nov 2026. You apply on Aston Martin Formula One Team's own site.Apply for this roleAston Martin Formula One Teamastonmartinf1.comLocation: Silverstone, United KingdomContract: Full timePosted: 28 Oct 2026Closes: 15 Nov 2026