VCARB F1 Team - Senior Car Systems Design Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading motorsport team in Portsmouth seeks a Senior Car Systems Design Engineer. Responsibilities include designing engine systems and gearbox cooling, supporting concept development, and ensuring quality parts. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Engineering and extensive automotive design experience. Join a young, collaborative team that values innovation and offers tailored training programs, meal tickets, and health insurance.

Benefits

Collaborative environment

Tailored training programs

Annual salary review

Meal tickets

Free additional health insurance

Qualifications

• Qualified to at least bachelor degree level in an Engineering Discipline.
• Extensive automotive design experience, ideally related to F1.
• Knowledge of metallic materials and treatments.

Responsibilities

• Complete design of engine and fuel systems, and gearbox cooling.
• Support design work with concept and aerodynamic departments.
• Ensure all design work is completed to fit-for-purpose standards.

Skills

Fluency in English

Automotive design experience

Clear communication skills

Proactive mindset

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

CATIA

Siemens NX

Job description

Step into the thrilling world of Formula 1 with Visa Cash App Racing Bulls F1 Team, in the endless search for performance and excellence, where every detail makes a difference. We are looking for future members of our team, thrilling for innovation and achievement, evolving in a competitive environment.

Sounds exciting, doesn't it? Don't miss your chance to make an impact!

We are currently looking for an experienced Senior Car Systems Design engineer. In this role, you will be responsible for completing the design of engine systems, fuel system, gearbox cooling system, and the integration of these into the whole car package. You will contribute to concept development through detailed design, supporting documentation, and problem resolution.

Mechanical Design

Working under the guidance of the team leader, support design work with concept and aerodynamic departments to maximize car systems impact on overall car performance.

Ensure all design work is fit for purpose and take ownership of the quality of parts designed.

Complete detailed design of car systems components and installations assigned on target according to planned deadlines.

Communicate clearly with team members in a timely manner and support everyone in meeting their targets.

Maintain and develop good relationships with other departments.

Contribute to car performance with ideas for improvement and highlight potential issues.

Keep up-to-date with the latest technical developments applicable to the role.

Ensure designs are released on target and to the specified requirements.

Professionalism

Provide flexible attendance and attitude to work, in line with role requirements and project specifics.

Work professionally at all times, proactively promoting a positive image for the department, team, and sponsors.

What we offer

Working in a young, collaborative, and international environment.

Tailored training programs.

Company events and briefings.

Annual salary review process.

Meal tickets.

Free additional health insurance.

Fluency in English is required.

Experience and Qualifications

• Qualified to at least bachelor degree level in an Engineering Discipline.
• Extensive automotive design experience, ideally related to F1.
• Knowledge of metallic materials and treatments.
• Basic understanding of composite materials and their production.
• Experienced with tools such as CATIA, Siemens NX, or similar.
• Ability to scope new tasks thoroughly.
• Clear and concise communication skills.
• Proactive and innovative mindset.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the team, external suppliers, and colleagues.