Stress Student Placement

Alpine; Enstone; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical healthcare

On-site gym

Restaurant with daily allowance

Additional benefits

Job summary

Alpine Formula One Team in Enstone invites a Stress Student Placement to support structural analysis and validation of race-critical components. You will work with Mechanical, Composites, Aerodynamics and Vehicle Performance teams to optimise strength, stiffness and weight.

The role is based on-site in Enstone for a 1-year placement starting July 2027, during your penultimate year. The package includes a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits such as private medical care and access to

Qualifications

• Currently studying a degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Aerospace, or Motorsport Engineering in penultimate year.
• Strong understanding of structural mechanics and materials.
• Experience with FEA software.
• Familiarity with CAD tools and engineering documentation.
• Passion for motorsport and proactive, analytical mindset.
• Right to work in the UK; sponsorship not available.
• Available to attend onsite assessment centre in September.

Responsibilities

• Assist in performing structural analysis using FEA tools
• Support the validation of components through simulation and physical testing
• Help prepare technical reports and documentation for design reviews
• Contribute to optimisation studies for weight and performance
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to ensure robust and efficient component delivery

Skills

Structural mechanics

Materials

Motorsport passion

Education

Mechanical, Automotive, Aerospace, or Motorsport Engineering

Tools

FEA software

CAD tools

Job description

Duration: 1 year
Start Date: July 2027
Location: Enstone

About Us

We are a high-performance Formula One Team driven by innovation, precision, and passion. Our Structures and Materials groupis responsible forthe analysis and validation of components to ensure they meet the demanding performance, safety, and reliability standards of Formula One. As aStress Student Placement,you’llbe part of a team that uses advanced simulation and testing techniques to support the design and development of race-critical components.

The Role

As a Stress Student Placement,you’llsupport the Team in performing structural analysis,validatingdesigns, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.You’llwork closely with design groups including Mechanical and Composites Depts together with Aerodynamics and Vehicle Performance Depts to ensure components are optimised for strength, stiffness, and weight.

Key Responsibilities

• Assistin performing structural analysis using FEA tools
• Support the validation of components through simulation and physical testing
• Help prepare technical reports and documentation for design reviews
• Contribute to optimisation studies for weight and performance
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to ensure robust and efficientcomponentdelivery

WhatWe’reLooking For

Currently studying a degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Aerospace, or Motorsport Engineering and seeking an industry placement in your penultimate year of university

Strong understanding of structural mechanics and materials

Experience with FEA software

Familiarity with CAD tools and engineering documentation

Passion for motorsport and a proactive, analytical mindset

You must have the right to work in the UK, as we cannot provide sponsorship for this role

• Be available to attend onsite for an assessment centre in September

What We Offer in Return

At Alpine Formula One Team, youwon’tjust contribute;you’llmake a direct impact on race car performance at the pinnacle of motorsport. Working alongside some of the most talented individuals in the industry,you’llhelp shape innovation on a global stage.

Our purpose-built facilities in Enstone provide the perfect environment to thrive. We offer a competitive salary, private medical healthcare, full access to our free on-site gym, afully catered restaurantwith a daily allowanceand a wide range ofadditionalbenefits designed to support your wellbeing and growth.

Beyond theperks,you’llbe part of a teamthat’spushing boundaries in Formula One. The thrill of pioneeringcutting-edgetechnology, combined with a collaborative and inclusive culture, creates unmatched opportunities for career development and personal achievement.

Take the next step in your career and play your part in shaping the future of Formula One.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Alpine Formula OneTeam, 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.

Job Family

Alpine Racing UK

Renault Group is committed to creating an inclusive working environment and the conditions for each of us to bring their passion, perform to the full and grow, whilst being themselves.
We find strength in our diversity and we are engaged to ensure equal employment opportunities regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, etc. If you have a disability or special need requiring layout of the workstation or work schedule, please let us know by completing this form.

Alpine Formula One Team competes in the FIA Formula One World Championship, boasting a legacy of seven World Championships and renowned drivers like Esteban Ocon and Pierre Gasly.

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