Structural Analysis Engineer

Cadillac F1 Team; Silverstone; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cadillac Formula 1 Team seeks a Structural Analysis Engineer to perform calculations and analyses of car structures at their Silverstone Facility. This role requires strong analytical skills and the ability to collaborate in a high-performance environment. Candidates should possess experience within F1, aerospace, or top-tier motorsports, alongside a relevant degree in engineering.

Benefits

Industry-leading pension

Generous time off

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in F1, top-tier motorsport, or aerospace required.
• Extensive experience in FEA preferred.
• Strong IT skills, including proficiency in MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Perform calculations and optimizations of car structures.
• Prepare analysis reports for design reviews.
• Supervise and mentor graduate engineers.

Skills

Finite Element Analysis

Collaboration

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Degree in Engineering

Tools

Altaire suite

MS Office

Job description

The Cadillac Formula 1 Team is what happens when history, purpose, and daring talent come together. Backed by TWG Global and GM, our team is uniquely positioned to disrupt Formula 1, bringing a fresh perspective and an unrelenting drive for success. We have the energy of a start-up, with the ideas and originality of a business that always wants to lead, never wants to follow.

We’re building everything from the ground up, from a high-performance car to an inclusive, values-driven culture. We show bold ambition. We combine leadership in innovation with excellence in execution. We are one team. We have the freedom to think differently, the opportunity to shape process and practice, an ego-free environment where people thrive on being challenged by those around them. A historic name behind us. Career-defining moments ahead.

A New Chapter Begins.

Fueled by bold ambition
Play your part in getting us on the grid.

We have an opportunity for a Structural Analysis Engineer to join the team at the new Silverstone Facility. In this role, you will perform calculations, Finite Element Analysis, and optimizations of car structures at the assembly and component level. 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:

• Support your allocated design group by performing analyses and optimizations to achieve weight-efficient, robust designs.

• Prepare reports of your work to present at design reviews and for future reference.

• Liaise with other FEA engineers to enhance efficiency and accuracy of analyses across the FEA group.

• Scrutinize load cases for design and analysis purposes.

• Supervise and mentor graduate FEA engineers within your allocated design group.

Driven by high performance
What do you need to bring to the team?

• Experience in F1, top-tier motorsport companies, or aerospace.

• A degree in a relevant discipline (Engineering) or similar.

• Extensive experience in FEA, ideally with the Altaire suite of products.

• Experience with composite analysis preferred.

• Experience with optimization packages.

• Strong IT skills including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).

• Ability to foster collaboration and achieve project objectives.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

A team like no other.

The Cadillac Formula 1 Team challenges conventions and redefines success through bold ambition, cutting-edge innovation, and an unwavering commitment to precision and excellence—on and off the track. This includes offering industry-leading pension, generous time off, and, as part of a global brand, huge potential for career development.

Please be aware that we will be reviewing applicants on a rolling basis, and this job posting will close once a suitable candidate is identified. We encourage all interested individuals to submit their application as soon as possible.

As an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and do not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply.

At Cadillac Formula 1, all Team Members are expected to actively support and uphold our policies and procedures, including those focused on environmental responsibility, sustainability initiatives, inclusion, and health and safety practices.

Please note that additional security checks may be required as part of the recruitment process, including a background check covering a minimum of the past five years and a criminal record check.