Senior Engineer (m/f/d) Composite Tool Design

JR United Kingdom; Watford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading motorsport company in Watford is seeking a Senior Engineer (m/f/d) for Composite Tool Design. The role involves conceptualizing and designing tools for high-end race car components and requires a Mechanical or Automotive Engineering degree along with experience in motorsport. The ideal candidate will have F1 experience and be proficient in CATIA V5. This position offers exciting projects, competitive salary, and attractive benefits in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

30 days annual leave

Car leasing

Free on-site gym

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering.
• Experience in motorsport parts layout and high-performance component design.
• F1 experience (minimum 4-5 years) is advantageous.
• Knowledge of tool design technologies for structural and non-structural parts.
• Understanding of composite fabrication and machine shop operations.
• Proficiency in CATIA V5 and/or CATIA 3DX.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualizing and designing tools, jigs, and fixtures for composite production.
• Ensuring on-time delivery of projects within budget.
• Collaboration with engineers and production departments.
• Planning workload for the composite design team.

Skills

Mechanical or Automotive Engineering degree

Motorsport parts layout experience

High-performance component design

F1 experience

Tool design technologies knowledge

Composite fabrication understanding

CATIA V5 proficiency

Team collaboration

Ability to work under stress

Problem-solving mindset

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering

Tools

CATIA V5

CATIA 3DX

Job description

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Client:

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Europe

Location:

Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

04.08.2025

Expiry Date:

18.09.2025

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Job Description:

Don’t just go to work; become part of a unique company within a fast-moving industry. Toyota Gazoo Racing Europe – creating excitement through team spirit and advanced technology!

We are currently seeking a Senior Engineer (m/f/d) Composite Tool Design. The successful candidates will be responsible for conceptualizing and designing tools, jigs, and fixtures for composite production, inspection, and testing. Working closely as part of a team of designers, you will produce designs and drawings and provide full documentation in English. An essential part of the role is to ensure on-time delivery of projects within budget. Be part of our research and development and motorsport team in Cologne, Germany.

Are you a team player who thrives on responsibility, with strong analytical and negotiating skills? Then you are the right person for this challenge. Join our passionate team of 450+ employees dedicated to motorsport and automotive projects.

What we offer:

• Exciting projects with room for technical freedom and innovation
• Attractive benefits, including competitive salary, social benefits, 30 days annual leave, car leasing, and free on-site gym
• A challenging and fulfilling workplace in a multinational company with a passionate atmosphere
• Designing tooling, jigs, and fixtures from concept to final release
• Creating detailed specifications for tools, jigs, and fixtures used in composite production
• Designing and developing tooling, jigs, and fixtures for high-end race car components, including documentation in English
• Collaborating with engineers and production departments to optimize designs
• Planning workload for the composite design team in partnership with relevant departments
• Ensuring timely project delivery within budget

Your Skills:

• Degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering
• Experience in motorsport parts layout and high-performance component design
• F1 experience (minimum 4-5 years) is advantageous
• Knowledge of tool design technologies for structural and non-structural parts
• Understanding of composite fabrication and machine shop operations
• Proficiency in CATIA V5 and/or CATIA 3DX; experience with CATIA CPD/CPM is a plus
• Team player with a collaborative approach
• Ability to work under stress and deliver high-quality results on time
• Flexible and adaptable to the dynamic motorsport environment
• Pragmatic problem-solver with a goal-oriented mindset
• Proficient in English, verbally and in writing