We have an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical engineer to be part of the Aero R&D Team in the role of Senior Aero R&D Design Engineer
Purpose:
To generate ideas, schemes, designs and developments for the wind tunnel model to improve the performance and efficiency of our wind tunnel test programme.
This varied role encompasses mechanical and R&D requirements of the wind tunnel model and full-Size Aero Testing Equipment.
Primary Responsibilities:
- To provide design schemes from concept stage to component design, assemblies and detail drawings.
- To mechanically engineer designs and problem solve issues arising from Aero R&D projects.
- To take ownership for the design and management of Aero R&D projects.
- To develop project plans, specifications, and schedules to achieve the delivery of Aero R&D Projects.
- To assist in mentoring of the group’s other engineers.
- To communicate effectively with other departments.
- To propose and manage new projects and developments where possible and relevant.
- To oversee other designers’ schemes from concept through to detail design drawings, tooling and assemblies as required.
- Define component and assembly test specifications.
- To provide follow up support on these projects during assembly and testing and development.
- To provide practical solutions to resolve issues arising from testing and development.
- To attend and proactively participate in meetings as required.
- To work proactively, responsibly, and professionally.
Skills & Knowledge Required:
- To provide design schemes from concept stage to component design, assemblies and detail drawings.
- To mechanically engineer designs and problem solve issues arising from Aero R&D projects.
- To take ownership for the design and management of Aero R&D projects.
- To develop project plans, specifications, and schedules to achieve the delivery of Aero R&D Projects.
- To assist in mentoring of the group’s other engineers.
- To communicate effectively with other departments.
- To propose and manage new projects and developments where possible and relevant.
- To oversee other designers’ schemes from concept through to detail design drawings, tooling and assemblies as required.
- Define component and assembly test specifications.
- To provide follow up support on these projects during assembly and testing and development.
- To provide practical solutions to resolve issues arising from testing and development.
- To attend and proactively participate in meetings as required.
- To work proactively, responsibly, and professionally.
Location:
The role will be based at the Silverstone Factory.
Hours:
Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5.30pm 1 hour for lunch.
Additional hours may be required as work dictates.
Role:
Role is a permanent position with Aston Martin F1 Team.
