Senior Composites Design Engineer

Alpine Formula One Team; Enstone; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpine F1 Team in Enstone, United Kingdom, invites applications for a Senior Design Engineer in our Composites Design group. You will own the design of composite components and sub-systems, applying your theoretical knowledge to develop high-performance parts for the race team.

The role demands strong CAD skills (Catia V5/3DX preferred; training for NX available), an engineering degree, and a self-motivated, analytical mindset to solve complex problems with minimal supervision in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or equivalent with strong engineering first principles.
• Experience in Formula One or high-level motorsport preferred.
• CAD experience with Catia V5/3DX; training available for NX.
• Self-motivated, analytical, and able to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to cradle-to-grave design of composite components and subsystems.
• Develop detailed design specifications and support validation, servicing and utilization.
• Specify laminates, patterns, molds and build tooling as required.

Skills

Composite design

CATIA V5/3DX

NX experience

Analytical thinking

Self-motivated

Pragmatic decision-making

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

CATIA V5/3DX

NX

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 Senior Design Engineer to join our Composites Design group within the Engineering Office at Enstone. This position will play a crucial role in helping us push for podiums and race wins.

Our team is dedicated to engineering excellence, pushing the boundaries of technology and optimising performance to achieve our goals. We are built on collaboration and mutual support, fostering a vibrant, inclusive culture where your ideas and contributions are valued.

The Role Of Our Senior Composites Design Engineers

You will be part of the team behind all of our complex composite 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.

It would be ideal if you had previous CAD experience with Catia V5/3DX, but we will support with training if NX or similar is your expertise.

We need someone who is self-motivated, analytical, and a pragmatic decision-maker capable of working with minimal supervision.

We seek someone with a creative, innovative, and consistent approach to problem-solving.

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 more 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.