About this role
At Aston Martin Formula One, innovation is at the heart of everything we do. We are seeking a Senior CAD Process and Development Engineer to play a key role in shaping and enhancing the tools, processes, and workflows that underpin the design and development of our race cars.https://rpukltd-my.sharepoint.com/personal/lizzie_mckinnon_astonmartinf1_com/_layouts/15/Doc.aspx?sourcedoc=%7B302878D9-BB0B-42F4-9971-1CEAD68DE1CD%7D&file=CAD%20Process%20and%20Development%20Senior%20Engineer.doc&action=default&mobileredirect=true
This is an exciting opportunity for an engineering professional with a passion for CAD systems, process improvement, and digital transformation to make a significant impact within a high-performance Formula One environment.
*Please note: we are open to a range of skilled candidates at both Engineer and Senior Engineer level. We will tailor the role and responsibilities to match your experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the development and delivery of the CAD strategy in collaboration with the CAD Process and Development Group team, aligning with near- and long term engineering goals, and working closely with the Head of Engineering Process and Reliability and the PLM team.
- Manage client-side CAD activities, including configuration, customisation, implementation, and user support.
- Identify and drive end-to-end design process improvements to enhance workflow, consistency and productivity.
- Serve as a subject matter expert on CAD tools, continuously exploring and deploying new functionalities.
- Collaborate with the PLM team to prioritise CAD development and enhancement activities that deliver maximum performance impact.
- Contribute to multi-disciplinary working groups focused on improving design systems and methodologies.
- Work with our Design groups to maintain and update regulatory CAD assemblies.
- Build strong relationships with our Design engineers to identify bottlenecks, gather feedback, and develop effective solutions.
- Support user acceptance testing for CAD and digital engineering installations and upgrades.
- Help deliver training for new starters on CAD tools, ensuring documentation and guidelines are clear, current, and accessible.
- Benchmark, evaluate, and implement new tools or processes that add value to design workflows.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Automotive Engineering, or a related STEM discipline, or equivalent relevant experience in high-level motorsport design and engineering leadership.
- Extensive knowledge and experience in race car design, CAD tools (especially Catia), and engineering design best practices.
- Proven track record of leading CAD or design tool development programmes within Formula One or high-level motorsport environments.
- Strong understanding of FIA technical regulations to ensure legality and compliance.
- Innovative and open-minded approach to problem-solving, with the ability to challenge current ways of working and implement effective solution
- Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage complex tasks and projects effectively.
- Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills to engage and motivate teams.
- Enthusiastic, motivated, and calm under pressure, with a flexible, results-driven mindset.
- Willingness to travel as required for the role.
Benefits
Investing in your career is paramount. We promote professional and personal development through a provision of learning opportunities and work with you to shape your career and realise your full potential.
As part of our high-performing, collaborative team, you'll enjoy a competitive package, including a discretionary bonus scheme, private healthcare, pension plan, life assurance, TEDSgroup childcare benefits, a cycle-to-work scheme, tech scheme, and car scheme.
You will also have access to our state-of-the-art facilities at the AMR Technology Campus, featuring a new on-site gym with fitness, spin and yoga classes, a bistro café, and restaurant.