Senior Design Engineer - Aerodynamic Surfacing

Department: Aero Operations

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Silverstone, England, Silverstone

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the design, planning and delivery of aerodynamic geometry into CFD, wind tunnel testing and race car programmes.
• Own large‑scale aerodynamic design projects from concept through to release and manufacture.
• Ensure timing, quality and legality of geometry for wind tunnel and aerodynamic releases.
• Drive efficient workflows, tool development and long‑term process improvements.
• Develop and enhance parametric and surfacing methodologies in collaboration with aerodynamicists.
• Support FIA legality checking and maintain regulation box CAD models.
• Provide clear progress reporting and early risk identification to senior stakeholders.
• Champion best‑in‑class standards in CAD, surfacing quality, culture and collaboration.
• Support mentoring a team of aerodynamic designers.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• A degree (or higher) in Mechanical or Aero Engineering or a related discipline.
• Extensive experience in aerodynamic surfacing design within Motorsport.
• Expert knowledge of CATIA and advanced surface modelling techniques.
• Strong understanding of aerodynamics testing, wind tunnel workflows and CFD interfaces.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects under tight deadlines.
• Confidence working with FIA technical regulations and legality processes.
• Excellent communication, leadership and decision‑making skills.
• A proactive, inclusive and solution‑focused approach to problem solving.

Benefits