Composite Manufacturing Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, optimise, and maintain composite ply kits and manufacturing definitions to ensure efficient, repeatable, and high-quality production.
• Utilise CATIA and laminate development software to generate and maintain ply definitions, DXFs, and manufacturing data, including laser projection outputs.
• Improve material utilisation through effective nesting strategies, reducing waste and increasing manufacturing efficiency.
• Collaborate closely with Composite Laminating, Design, Quality, and Production teams to identify manufacturing challenges and implement practical solutions.
• Support first-off component manufacture, validating laminate definitions and enhancing manufacturability.
• Analyse manufacturing performance data, material utilisation, scrap, and rework trends to drive measurable improvements and cost reductions.
• Maintain accurate configuration control, revision management, and manufacturing documentation.
• Support the implementation of digital manufacturing technologies and future composite manufacturing processes.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, efficiency, and operational performance.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Strong understanding of composite materials, laminate construction, and composite manufacturing processes.
• Experience working with composite laminating techniques and manufacturing methods.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, laminate manuals, ply books, and technical specifications.
• Proficiency in CAD systems, ideally CATIA.
• Experience or strong aptitude in ply development, laminate definition, nesting strategies, and manufacturing data generation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Experience collaborating with manufacturing teams to understand and resolve shop-floor challenges.
• Knowledge of engineering change control, traceability, and configuration management processes.
• Competent use of ERP/MRP and digital manufacturing systems.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Highly organised, self-motivated, and capable of delivering within demanding timescales.
• Team player who thrives in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.

Benefits

About
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.