The company:
Williams’ core competencies are the design and development of racing cars to compete in the Formula One World Championship. As one of the world's leading Formula One teams, the company has secured 16 FIA Formula One World Championship titles since its foundation in 1977 and is now moving into an exciting era under new ownership defined by relentless innovation and living sustainable performance in every dimension.
We are currently recruiting a Principal Design Engineer to join our Suspension, Steering and Brakes Design group. Collaborating with the Head of Suspension, Steering and Brakes, you will be responsible for managing a subgroup of Designers and Senior Designers within the department, covering a wide variety of assemblies throughout the F1 car.
The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent organisational skills working with relevant company departments and key stakeholders to achieve successful designs, often working to tight deadlines. A key focus will be on understanding design capabilities and what we can do to influence it, be that technology, procedures or training. You will use your relationships with the different vehicle design groups to educate them on best practice.
As Principal Design Engineer, you will be:
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Managing a subgroup within the Design Department with an emphasis on assembly ownership and as far as possible, promoting autonomous, creative design to deliver maximum performance to the car.
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Working closely with Aerodynamics and Vehicle Dynamics groups to optimise car performance.
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Assigning and manage work within the team.
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Conducting design reviews within the team and on a larger scale across Vehicle Design.
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Checking and approving design specifications and checking drawings for production.
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Management of related processes such as faults, track testing requests, accident damage assessment etc.
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Promoting best design practice and driving continuous improvement.
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Regularly attending meetings for planning, resourcing and fault liaison.
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Some international travel may be required.
Our ideal candidate is someone who has:
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An in depth understanding of fundamental engineering principles.
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A relevant degree or equivalent qualification supported by design experience in a top-level motorsport field.
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Experience with simulation and stress calculations would also be advantageous.
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Strong CAD skills, ideally with experience of NX, however training will be provided for conversion from other CAD systems.
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Data analysis experience as it would be beneficial for this role.
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Effective and efficient people management skills along with a strong knowledge of contemporary F1 technology and design.
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An innovative approach to design and strong knowledge of manufacturing techniques is fundamental.
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A creative, proactive approach to problem-solving, along with good attention to detail.
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Confidence, and is well organised with the ability to clearly prioritise tasks and deliver to agreed deadlines, making sound decisions based on good judgement and seeking input as required.
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Ability to integrate and work collaboratively at every level within the organisation.
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An analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and trends.
What can Williams offer?
The Williams Group is based in multi acre complex located in Grove, Oxfordshire. The Williams Group offers a competitive holiday package, staff events/open days, a subsidised restaurant on site and various car schemes. We have an on-site gym (open 24 hours a day) as well as various fitness classes including outdoors bootcamps, pilates and yoga free for all staff and contractors to use. Aside from these benefits we can offer free onsite parking and large open green spaces to unwind during breaks. We are a based just 30 mins from Oxford City Centre by bus.
Williams is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments