Description
Location: Silverstone, UK
Reporting to: Head of Aero Test Operations
Department: Andretti Cadillac at Andretti Global
Background:
Led by racing legend Michael Andretti, the team fields multiple entries in INDYCAR, INDY NXT, IMSA and Formula E. The global racing enterprise boasts over 250 race wins, four INDYCAR Series championships, five INDY NXT titles, one Indy Pro 2000 and one USF2000 championship, and has captured victory five times at the famed Indianapolis 500-Mile Race. The team is now looking to expand into the pinnacle of motorsport through our Andretti Cadillac Team.
Job description:
We have an opportunity for a Lead Engineer - Model Design to join the Andretti Cadillac Team at the new Silverstone Facility. In this role you will lead a skilled group of design engineers in delivering quality designed 60% model parts for Wind Tunnel testing, to support the aerodynamic performance development of the team’s race cars. At Andretti Global, 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.
Principal Accountabilities:
- Management and responsibility of the Model Design Team.
- Lead the delivery of high-quality designed parts for Wind Tunnel testing.
- Management of the model design workload and meeting required targets.
- Management and responsibility for complete design projects, including part creation, management, checking, fault prevention and resolution, as well as project documentation.
- Lead the continuous improvements of the quality and functionality of the model parts/assemblies to improve the efficiency of the Wind Tunnel test program.
- Evaluate, implement, develop, and maintain improved methods of working.
- Work closely with Aerodynamicists and Surface Design Engineers to ensure the delivered parts meet the specified requirements.
- Mentor junior members of the group and support pushing forward methodologies and modelling improvements.
- Implement and manage standard design practices, ensuring these are adhered to.
- Occasional travel may be required as part of this role.
Requirements
- A minimum 8 years’ relevant experience in a similar role within the motorsport industry.
- Extensive experience with 3D CAD software (preferably 3DExperience/CATIA).
- Strong knowledge and understanding of part quality, model layout and robustness.
- Possess a high level of understanding of parametric modelling techniques.
- Ability to apply structural engineering techniques for part validation (FEA).
- Strong knowledge of materials and manufacturing techniques including composite manufacture and advanced digital manufacture.
- Thorough knowledge and understanding of GD&T and its application.
- Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.
- Able to perform duties in a timely manner with minimal errors.
- Ability to line manage / lead teams effectively.
- Communicate effectively with key stakeholders/directors.
- Clear and concise communication, verbally and with the use of email.
- Strong levels of IT skills including MS Office, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Positively contribute to an open and inclusive culture.
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 does 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.