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Mechanical Design Engineer

  • Location

    Northamptonshire

  • Sector:

    Motorsport

  • Job type:

    Permanent

  • Salary:

    £450 - £500 per day

  • Contact:

    Scott Eveson

  • Contact email:

    Scott.Eveson@txmrecruit.co.uk

  • Contact phone:

    1332974922

  • Job ref:

    BH-36195

  • Published:

    3 months ago

  • Expiry date:

    2024-08-21

  • Startdate:

    2024-08-11

  • Consultant:

    ConsultantDrop

Mechanical Design Engineer – 6 Month Contract – Northampton
  • Location – Northamptonshire
  • Salary/Rate – Negotiable 
  • Duration – 6 Months Minimum  
  • IR35 Status – Inside IR35
About
We are currently recruiting for one of Formula 1's most successful and recognizable teams over the past 15 years, they have an immediate requirement for a Mechanical Design Engineer working on the current F1 power unit (so Catia is essential) 

Person Requirement
We re looking for an experienced engineer who has worked previously across formula 1 ideally. 

In addition to the above skills, experience in using 3D CAD design software (preferably CATIA) and key simulation/analysis packages is desired. Operating in a challenging, engineering-led mechanical engineering position is also preferred.

The successful candidate should demonstrate knowledge of engineering first principles applied across multiple applications. A minimum of a 2:1 degree in Mechanical Engineering or a similar discipline is required.

Personal attributes that are highly valued for this role include:

1. Passion for engineering.
2. Creativity, innovation, and curiosity.
3. Commitment to delivering work to the highest standards.
4. Autonomy and ownership, while also being able to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
5. Clear and collaborative communication skills across multiple business disciplines.
6. Dedication to relentlessly pursuing perfection.

Success in this role will be determined by the following deliverables:

1. Converting creative and innovative ideas into tangible hardware that contributes to the development of high-performing products.
2. Creating and validating novel engineering design solutions that meet demanding performance and cost targets, supported by rigorous analysis and adherence to right-first-time principles.
3. Developing robust and versatile CAD models, including solids and surfaces, and providing engineering drawings to accompany design releases.
4. Solving complex problems and analysing failures.
5. Writing test requests, reviewing results, and preparing technical reports.
6. Building strong working relationships with internal and external suppliers as an integral part of the engineering journey.
7. Championing best practices and procedures.
8. Collaborating effectively with inter-departmental teams, recognizing that teamwork is critical to success.


How to Apply- If you would like to apply for this position, then please do not hesitate to contact me on either 07586070566