McLaren Racing
Senior Aerodynamics Design Engineer
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At McLaren Racing, we’re not just here to take the chequered flag. We’re here to excite our fans, inspire our people, and deliver for our partners. We’re also committed to evolving our sport, our industry, and our technology. We have exciting opportunities for intelligent, highly motivated and proactive individuals to join our Indirect Procurement team.
Our team is full of incredible people, and we know we can learn as much from you as you can from us. Likewise, you want to learn and grow, and you want to share your knowledge with others. After all, that’s what a high performing team is built upon.
Job Description
As a Senior Specialist, Aerodynamics Design Engineer, you will play a leading technical role in the Aero Design team, developing aerodynamic surfaces, wind tunnel model components and assemblies that contribute directly to race car performance.
You will combine advanced surfacing and mechanical engineering expertise with technical leadership, supporting development projects, improving CAD methods and mentoring colleagues. Working closely with aerodynamicists and teams across engineering and production, you will help turn aerodynamic concepts into high-quality, manufacturable solutions.
What You'll Do
- Create robust, high-quality parametric CAD models that meet aerodynamic specifications, Formula 1 regulations and departmental engineering standards.
- Design race car aerodynamic surfaces, wind tunnel model parts and assemblies, providing the information required for manufacture, preparation, pre-fit and setup.
- Apply expert knowledge of component packaging and wind tunnel model systems to plan work, forecast lead times and deliver projects to agreed deadlines.
- Lead technical problem-solving, influence engineering initiatives and improve the team’s CAD methodologies and best practices.
- Mentor junior colleagues and collaborate with aerodynamicists, CFD, model making, production, wind tunnel, R&D and vehicle engineering teams.
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Qualifications
What You'll Bring
- A degree in mechanical, automotive or aeronautical engineering, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Advanced experience in 3D CAD surfacing and solid modelling, with the ability to produce robust parametric geometry.
- Strong knowledge of engineering drawings, design for manufacture and high-quality engineering release processes.
- Experience planning and delivering technically complex work to agreed targets within a collaborative engineering environment.
- Experience in Formula 1, motorsport or high-performance automotive engineering would be advantageous.
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Personal Attributes
- A collaborative communicator who builds strong working relationships across technical and operational teams.
- Highly organised, with the ability to manage priorities and deliver accurate work to demanding deadlines.
- Self-motivated and comfortable taking ownership while supporting the development of others.
- Proactive and improvement-focused, with a practical, analytical approach to solving problems.
- Thorough, resilient and results-focused, with excellent attention to detail and a commitment to high performance.
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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