McLaren Racing Ltd
Junior Structures Engineer
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Company Description
At McLaren Racing, we’re not just here to try to take the chequered flag. We’re here to excite our fans, inspire our people and deliver for our partners. And we’re also committed to evolving our sport, our industry, and our technology, too.
Job Description
Perform Structural Analysis in order to maximise the structural performance of the F1 car. The role will use the latest structural simulation tools, engineering skill and creativity and ensure that stringent safety & durability requirements are satisfied.
Role Dimensions
The role is a full time position and is primarily based at the McLaren Technology Centre in Woking. Forming part of the Structural Design Team, you’ll also be working closely with Design, Materials, Vehicle performance and Labs.
What You'll Do
- Independently develop and validate FEA structural models to ensure robust and reliable designs.
- Guarantee solutions meet functional safety and reliability standards, safeguarding performance and compliance.
- Contribute technical expertise to proposals, enhancing understanding and innovation.
- Innovate solutions to maximize car performance, pushing the boundaries of engineering excellence.
- Analyze problems with fresh perspectives, improving and refining existing solutions.
- Adhere to internal methodologies and procedures, ensuring consistency and quality.
- Report analysis results promptly, presenting them in a clear, concise, and structured manner.
- Specify and support component sign-off testing, ensuring all components meet rigorous standards
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Qualifications
- Strong Degree in Mechanical/ Aeronautical Engineering or equivalent
- Good knowledge of structural/ stress analysis methodologies, including classical hand calculations (Basic Sizing, Fatigue etc.)
- Some familiarity with mainstream FEA packages and solvers desirable (Hyperworks, Abaqus, Optistruct) as well as coding/ scripting skills
Personal Attributes
- Strong technical ability
- Positive, Enthusiastic and self-motivated, with high levels of initiative and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Inquisitive and forward-thinking
- Adaptable and capable of working in a dynamic environment
- Able to work autonomously under pressure to meet tight deadlines
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Additional Information
Success in racing comes from bringing together talented people with different skills, perspectives and experiences. We're committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone feels supported and empowered to deliver their best work.
Every role has the potential to drive high performance. You'll be part of a team united by a shared ambition to push boundaries and embody our racing mindset. We invest in our people through opportunities to develop and grow, creating an environment where individuals and teams can thrive.
Alongside a range of wellbeing initiatives and development opportunities, we're committed to helping you build a rewarding career and make your mark at McLaren Racing.
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