Senior Design Engineer Composites
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About the Role
As a Senior Design Engineer youll own complete engineering projects - from bold conceptual ideas to detailed design - while supporting R&D and production teams throughout build test and fault-resolution phases. Your work will directly influence the performance reliability and success of cutting-edge automotive systems.
Youll lead fault investigations support drawing and assembly checks and mentor student engineers. Alongside your project responsibilities youll also drive continuous improvement contributing to smarter more efficient design practices across the team.
About You
You combine strong technical ability with a proactive attitude and a solid understanding of engineering design principles detailed drawings and modern CAD tools (Siemens NX). You take pride in producing precise high-quality work. Youre self-motivated calm under pressure and confident taking ownership of key projects from concept to completion.
Clear communication and balanced judgement come naturally to you and you work well with colleagues across all disciplines. As a senior you lead by example and contribute to building a positive high-performance team culture.
Key Responsibilities
- Create conceptual and detailed designs for vehicle components and structures.
- Develop lightweight structurally efficient cost-effective solutions with a keen eye for mass stiffness and performance trade-offs.
- Produce supporting structural and functional calculations.
- Collaborate closely with aerodynamics vehicle science electronics chassis stress transmission R&D production and external suppliers.
- Write clear technical procedures and system specifications.
- Lead fault investigations and implement timely robust fixes.
- Support drawing and assembly checking and provide Class 5 sign-off with stress engineering.
- Mentor student placements and help shape the next generation of engineering talent.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives working with senior engineers to enhance design efficiency across the team.
- Act as a key point of contact for project allocation supplier engagement and user-acceptance activities.
What You Bring
Were looking for someone who combines exceptional technical skill with leadership potential creativity and collaboration.
Youll excel in this role if you have:
- Strong understanding of engineering design for components and assemblies aligned with industry standards.
- Familiarity with CAD and engineering software used in vehicle design (NX experience a bonustraining available).
- Superb attention to detail and the ability to deliver high-quality work under pressure.
- A proactive self-motivated mindset with the confidence to lead projects independently.
- A positive open and team-focused attitude able to inspire colleagues at all levels.
- Excellent judgement integrity and communication skills.
- Strong organisational abilities with a clear sense of prioritisation.
Qualifications & Experience
- Degree in Mechanical Automotive Aerospace Marine or a closely related engineering discipline.
- Proven technical expertise in your specialism with the ability to lead and own significant engineering projects.
Additional Information :
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Atlassian Williams Racing is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
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- Mechanical Engineering
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