Senior Surface Design Engineer

Motorsport Network; Towcester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cadillac Formula 1 is seeking a Senior Surface Design Engineer to join its team at the new Silverstone facility. This role involves delivering high-quality surface geometry models and mentoring junior team members. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and experience in the motorsport industry, along with strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Multiple years’ relevant experience in a similar role, ideally in motorsport.
• Strong knowledge of surface quality and parametric modelling techniques.
• Able to lead teams effectively and communicate with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality surface geometry models for CFD and Wind Tunnel.
• Mentor junior members and support modelling improvements.
• Liaise with designers for efficient aerodynamic project implementation.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Communication

IT skills

Education

Degree in Engineering / Design / Motorsport

Tools

3D CAD software

3DExperience/CATIA

MS Office

Job description

Description

Location: Silverstone, UK

Reporting to: Lead Engineer - Surface Design

Cadillac Formula 1 is excited to be on the grid for the 2026 FIA Formula One World Championship. Our new team is gearing up for rapid growth. To achieve our goals, we need to create and sustain a high-performance culture in every area. We have ambitious plans to build an outstanding operation that can compete at the highest level.

From exceptional Engineering and Design talent to a world-class race team, supported by specialists in off-track roles - we are assembling the expertise needed to drive this operation forward and compete at the highest level.

Being a part of this team will accelerate your career. Take a closer look at the role:

Job description:

We have an opportunity for a Senior Surface Design Engineer to join the team at the new Silverstone facility. In this role, you will work within a group of highly creative and skilled design engineers to deliver high-quality surface geometry models to aid the aerodynamic development of the team’s race car. We aspire to be the absolute best in every aspect of our team. Team members are encouraged to challenge established thinking and share their ideas to create an environment where everyone can contribute to our shared success.

What you will be doing:

• Deliver high-quality and complex surface geometry models for CFD, Wind Tunnel, and full-size release.
• Work closely with Aerodynamicists to understand the definition and scope of all new surfaces, including modelling and construction approach.
• Liaise with model designers to ensure efficient implementation of aerodynamic projects.
• Support with the release of aero surface geometry to the full-size car design office.
• Liaise with full-size car designers to create high-quality surface geometry for full-size release.
• Mentor junior members of the group and support pushing forward methodologies and modelling improvements.
• Support the implementation of standard design practices.

Requirements:

• A degree in a relevant discipline (Engineering / Design / Motorsport) or similar.
• Multiple years’ relevant experience in a similar role, ideally within the motorsport industry.
• Extensive experience with 3D CAD software (preferably 3DExperience/CATIA).
• Strong knowledge and understanding of surface quality, model layout, and robustness.
• High level of understanding of surfacing and parametric modelling techniques.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Able to perform duties in a timely manner with minimal errors.
• Ability to line manage / lead teams effectively.
• Effective communication with key stakeholders/directors.
• Clear and concise communication, verbally and via email.
• Strong IT skills including MS Office, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Positively contribute to an open and inclusive culture.

Please note that additional security checks may be required, including a background check covering the past five years and a criminal record check.

This job description reflects the major tasks to be carried out by the postholder and the level of responsibility required. The postholder may be asked to perform additional duties as reasonably required. The company reserves the right to assign other tasks or duties as needed.

We will be reviewing applicants on a rolling basis, and this posting will close once a suitable candidate is found. We encourage interested individuals to submit their applications promptly. As an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to fair treatment of all employees and do not condone discrimination based on age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We value diversity and inclusion and strongly encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply.