Junior Composite R&D Engineer

Motorsport Network, LLC; Ravenna; Hybrid; EUR 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tailored training

Company events / Briefings

Onsite gym

Bonus scheme

Annual salary review

Meal tickets

Free health insurance

Job summary

Visa Cash App Racing Bulls F1 Team is seeking a Junior Composite R&D Engineer to release plybooks, define carbon layups, and coordinate with Design, Production, and Quality Control. The role involves collaboration across departments and external suppliers to support production and track operations.

The ideal candidate holds an engineering degree and has basic experience with CorelDRAW, Fibersim, Laminate Tools, and Siemens NX, with strong communication in Italian and English.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline, preferably Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Aeronautical Engineering.
• Basic knowledge of software tools used to prepare and compile plybooks, such as CorelDRAW.
• Basic knowledge of software tools used for ply draping and layup simulation, preferably Fibersim and Laminate Tools.
• Basic knowledge of CAD systems, preferably Siemens NX.
• Good understanding of composite design and manufacturing processes, particularly those involving prepreg materials.
• Proactive and innovative mindset.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Good communication skills in both Italian and English.

Responsibilities

• Release plybooks and laminations for production and track operations.
• Define lay-up for carbon components and cure cycles in collaboration with R&D Composite Technology Group.
• Prepare, compile, and release plybooks for production.
• Liaise with Design, Production, Quality Control, and external suppliers.
• Provide timely feedback on status, progress, and milestone achievement.

Skills

Composite design

NX CAD

Fibersim

Laminate Tools

Ply layup

Teamwork

Bilingual Italian/English

Education

Engineering degree (Master/Bachelor)

Tools

CorelDRAW

Fibersim

Laminate Tools

Siemens NX

Job description

Visa Cash App Racing Bulls F1 Team is one of two Red Bull-ownedF1 teams.

Today’s Formula 1 calls for a high level of specialist skills in every area. At Visa Cash App Racing Bulls F1 Team we strongly believe that every member of our staff can and should lead innovation and continuous improvement in such a competitive and dynamic working environment.

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

We are looking for a brilliantJunior Composite R&D Engineer. In this role you will responsible for releasing plybooks, lamination digital information and repair scheme of the assigned car parts towards production and track operations. You will define car part lay-up for carbon component manufacturing in compliance with interna rules, procedures and processes.

Composite Plybooks

Ensure a strong communication flow regarding design, materials, number and orientation of plies, inserts, cores, cure cycles, and manufacturing processes.

Develop 3D and 2D ply layups using NX CAD and its composite design tools, including Fibersim, Laminate Tools, and Composite Design.

Define the appropriate cure cycles and debulking procedures for the production of automotive components, in collaboration with the R&D Composite Technology Group.

Prepare, compile, and release plybooks for production.

Liaise effectively with internal departments—including Design, Production, and Quality Control—as well as external suppliers.

Complete assigned tasks and provide timely feedback on work status, progress, and milestone achievement whenever required.

Professionalism

Always working in a professional manner regardless of the task set and be pro-active in promoting a positive image for the department/team/sponsors;

Providing flexible attendance and attitude to work both in line with the requirements of the role and any specific requirements of the projects.

What We Offer

Working in a young, collaborative and international environment.

Tailored training.

Company Events / Briefings.

Onsite Gym.

Bonus scheme.

Annual salary review process.

Meal Tickets.

Free additional health insurance.

Experience

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline, preferably Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Aeronautical Engineering.
• Basic knowledge of software tools used to prepare and compile plybooks, such as CorelDRAW.
• Basic knowledge of software tools used for ply draping and layup simulation, preferably Fibersim and Laminate Tools.
• Basic knowledge of CAD systems, preferably Siemens NX.
• Good understanding of composite design and manufacturing processes, particularly those involving prepreg materials.
• Proactive and innovative mindset.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong work ethic and a hands-on approach.
• Good communication skills in both Italian and English.

In line with pay transparency regulations (Legislative Decree 96/2026), the minimum fixed salary for this role is the contractual minimum set by the National Collective Labour Agreement for the Metalworking Industry (Federmeccanica/Assistal) for classification level C3. We specify that the above mentioned level is a minimum threshold and does not correspond to the overall compensation package, which is determined by objective, measurable and gender-neutral criteria, being significantly higher than the contractual minimum indicated.