Senior Structural Analysis Engineer - F1 Car Structures

Motorsport Media Ltd; Silverstone; Remote; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Generous time off

Job summary

Cadillac Formula 1 Team at its new Silverstone facility is seeking a Senior Structural Analysis Engineer to drive the structural integrity and performance of race car components through advanced simulations and fabrication-aware analyses.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior engineers, and shape design evolution from concept to track deployment in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Degree (BSc/MSc/PhD) in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related discipline.
• Expert in finite element and conventional hand calculation methods, with advanced proficiency in HyperWorks and/or Abaqus
• Strong experience with composite material analysis and optimisation techniques
• Proficient in CAD-FEA integration, automation scripting (e.g., Python, TCL), and handling complex load case environments
• Knowledge of, fatigue, and damage tolerance desirable
• Excellent communication skills and proven ability to influence cross-functional design decisions
• Strong organisational skills with a proactive, hands-on, and solution-oriented mindset
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive, open, and collaborative team environment

Responsibilities

• Lead structural simulations and optimisations across critical car systems to ensure weight-efficient, robust, and high-performing designs
• Perform advanced structural analyses using industry-leading software (linear/nonlinear, buckling, fatigue and optimisations) as well as conventional hand calculation methods
• Conduct composite structure analyses, leveraging deep understanding of laminate theory, ply-level failure criteria, and manufacturing constraints
• Collaborate closely with design groups to challenge concepts, refine load paths, and influence design evolution from concept through to track deployment
• Define, scrutinise, and validate structural load cases, ensuring alignment with regulatory compliance
• Prepare high-quality documentation and present findings in technical reviews, ensuring clear communication to technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Lead initiatives to improve analysis workflows, enhance modelling accuracy, and support the development of best practices within the Structure group
• Mentor and supervise junior and graduate structural engineers, fostering technical growth and analytical rigour

Skills

FEA

Cross-functional teamwork

Python scripting

Education

BSc/MSc/PhD in Mechanical/Aerospace

Tools

HyperWorks

Abaqus

Job description

Cadillac Formula 1 Team at its new Silverstone facility is seeking a Senior Structural Analysis Engineer to drive the structural integrity and performance of race car components through advanced simulations and fabrication-aware analyses.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior engineers, and shape design evolution from concept to track deployment in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment.