Description
We are seeking a motivated Brake Ducts Design Engineer to join our team.
As a Brake Ducts Design Engineer, you will be responsible for designing components that meet packaging and specification requirements, and producing detailed designs of composite components, primarily within the brake duct perimeter.
Responsibilities
- End-to-end responsibility for the development of subsystems and components, working with minimal supervision from Senior Designers and the Team Leader.
- Act as the department's representative when liaising with internal and external development partners within the assigned area of responsibility.
- Support the Team Leader in analysing design specifications and ensuring they are fully aligned with vehicle-level KPIs and agreed upon with development partners.
- Execute concept and detailed design activities, including hand calculations and high-quality detail drawings, balancing performance and manufacturability.
- Monitor technology developments to ensure design standards remain state-of-the-art.
- Prepare and issue documentation for component testing and trackside operations.
- Manage actions to resolve quality issues during production and faults coming from car operation.
Collaboration and Performance
- Collaborate with concept, vehicle performance, aerodynamics, and FEA teams to maximize the impact of brake cooling design on overall car performance.
- Develop and manage relationships with suppliers and technical partners.
- Collaborate with the reliability and quality assurance teams to address faults and resolve quality issues identified during inspections or on-track operations.
- Provide remote support from the factory during selected race or track events.
Culture and Development
- Foster teamwork by maintaining and developing strong relationships within the department and across functions.
- Take ownership, communicate openly, and pursue continuous improvement.
- Oversee external design consultants.
- Act as a role model by embodying the company's values and culture.
What We Offer
- Working in a young, collaborative, and international environment.
- Tailored training.
- Company events and briefings.
- Onsite gym.
- Bonus scheme.
- Annual salary review process.
- Meal tickets.
- Free additional health insurance.
Requirements
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Relevant automotive/motorsport design experience in composites and brake cooling; top-level motorsport and in particular Formula 1 experience highly desirable.
- Excellent command of English, both written and spoken; knowledge of Italian is an advantage.
- Good knowledge of metallic materials and associated treatments.
- Solid understanding of composite materials and their manufacturing processes.
- Proven ability to manage tasks effectively under high-pressure conditions.
- Proficiency in Siemens NX CAD software preferred; equivalent experience with other CAD applications acceptable.
- Ability to thoroughly scope and define new tasks.
- Clear and concise communication skills.
- Demonstrated initiative, proactivity, and innovative thinking.
- Strong collaborative skills and team player attitude for working with internal teams, external suppliers, and technical partners.