We’re looking for a Senior Design Engineer – Aerodynamic Surfacing to support a group of designers delivering world‑class aerodynamic geometry for CFD, wind tunnel and race car development.
You’ll own major aerodynamic surfacing projects end‑to‑end—ensuring geometry quality, legality, timing and performance—while continuously improving tools, workflows and ways of working.
This is a high‑impact role where you’ll combine technical excellence, mentorship and strategic thinking to help drive the aerodynamic performance of our Formula One car.
In this role, you will:
- 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.
We’re looking for a technical engineer with strong motorsport surfacing experience. You’ll bring:
- 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.
Investing in your career is paramount. We promote professional and personal development through a provision of learning opportunities and work with you to shape your career and realise your full potential.
As part of our high-performing, collaborative team, you'll enjoy a competitive package, including a discretionary bonus scheme, private healthcare, pension plan, life assurance, TEDSgroup childcare benefits, a cycle-to-work scheme, tech scheme, and car scheme.
You will also have access to our state-of-the-art facilities at the AMR Technology Campus, featuring a new on-site gym with fitness, spin and yoga classes, a bistro café, and restaurant.
Embark on a journey with the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team to reshape history at our cutting-edge, sustainable campus in Northamptonshire. Combining our rich heritage with innovation, we bring fresh energy to the sport, driven by a commitment to challenge the status quo and dominate the track. With new investment fueling our ambitions, we're seeking talented individuals who share our passion for racing and drive for success. As part of our high-performing, collaborative team, you'll enjoy a competitive package, including a discretionary bonus scheme, private health care, pension plan, life assurance, and benefits like, cycle-to-work, tech, and car schemes. Plus, you can look forward to an on-site gym with fitness classes, as well as a restaurant offering indoor and outdoor dining.
Aston Martin Formula One Team is committed to attracting, recruiting, and retaining the most talented individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion, belief, sex or sexual orientation. We strive to be a Team that reflects all the communities with which we engage around the world through diversity in the workplace and promoting an inclusive culture in which all team members are respected, empowered and valued.
Aston Martin Aramco Formula One® Team is committed to making sure our selection methods are fair for all. If you would like to request that reasonable adjustments are made, please share this in your application when asked.
