Senior Mechanical Designer

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Silverstone, Northamptonshire, England, GBR
In-Office
Senior level
Automotive • Sports • Transportation • Manufacturing
The Role
Lead design and development of high-performance mechanical components (suspension, brakes, dampers, steering), owning projects from concept through manufacture, testing, and trackside validation. Produce mature CAD layouts and detailed designs, ensure manufacturability and integration across aerodynamics, performance, and manufacturing teams, mentor engineers, apply new materials and processes (including additive manufacturing and AI tools), and maintain rigorous documentation and quality standards.
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The Cadillac Formula 1® Team is what happens when history, purpose and daring talent come together. Backed by TWG Global and GM, our team is uniquely positioned to disrupt Formula 1®, bringing a fresh perspective and an unrelenting drive for success. We have the energy of a start-up, with the ideas and originality of a business that always wants to lead, never wants to follow.

We’re building everything from the ground up, from a high-performance car to an inclusive, values-driven culture. We show bold ambition. We combine leadership in innovation with excellence in execution. We are one team. We have the freedom to think differently, the opportunity to shape process and practice, an ego-free environment where people thrive on being challenged by those around them. A historic name behind us. Career-defining moments ahead.

A New Chapter Begins.

Fueled by bold ambition
Play your part in getting us on the grid.

Closing Date: Friday 12th June 2026

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Designer to play a key role in the development of race-winning mechanical systems for our Formula 1® programme. This role is suited to an engineer who combines technical excellence with a disciplined, detail-oriented approach, and who is motivated by delivering performance through precision and quality. You will take ownership of critical components and systems from concept through to manufacture, testing, and trackside validation delivering robust, right-first-time solutions within a high-performance, precision-driven environment.
Success in this role depends not only on your engineering capability, but on your ability to work collaboratively across functions to achieve the best overall car performance and delivering successfully to the challenging key milestones. Working closely with aerodynamics, vehicle performance, and manufacturing teams, you will help translate engineering excellence into on-track results ensuring every design reflects the highest standards of quality, reliability, and integration.

  • Lead the design and development of high-performance mechanical components and systems, delivering robust, well-resolved solutions with a strong focus on quality and precision
  • Develop CAD concepts, layouts, and detailed designs to a high level of maturity, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and manufacturability
  • Design systems including inboard suspension, composite suspension members, braking systems (including brake ducts), dampers, and steering components
  • Take full lifecycle ownership of projects - from concept through release, manufacture, testing, and on-car validation ensuring performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver fully integrated engineering solutions that maximise overall vehicle performance
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship, supporting knowledge sharing and the development of engineering capability across the team
  • Contribute to innovation through the considered application of new technologies, materials, and processes, including additive manufacturing and AI-driven design tools
  • Maintain rigorous standards of documentation, communication, and quality, with a focus on continuous improvement and engineering excellence

Requirements

Driven by high performance
What do you need to bring to the team?

  • A degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline with strong expertise in areas such as suspension, braking and cooling systems, steering, or thermal systems
  • Advanced proficiency in high-end CAD systems (CATIA V5/3DX preferred)
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, materials selection, and structural/mechanical analysis
  • Experience delivering complex projects within demanding timelines in a multidisciplinary engineering environment
  • Strong engineering judgement, with a structured and methodical approach to problem-solving and decision-making
  • A proactive and collaborative mindset, with a focus on delivering high-quality, reliable outcomes
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams and disciplines
  • Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools
  • A team-oriented individual who contributes positively to a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing culture

A team like no other.

The Cadillac Formula 1® Team challenges conventions and redefines success through bold ambition, cutting-edge innovation, and an unwavering commitment to precision and excellence—on and off the track. This includes offering industry-leading pension, generous time off and, as part of a global brand, huge potential for career development.

As an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply.

At The Cadillac Formula 1® Team, all Team Members are expected to actively support and uphold our policies and procedures, including those focused on Environmental responsibility, Sustainability initiatives, Inclusion and Health and Safety practices.

Please note that additional security checks may be required as part of the recruitment process. This may include a background check covering a minimum of the past five years and a criminal record check.

Skills Required

  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
  • Advanced proficiency in high-end CAD systems (CATIA V5/3DX preferred)
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and materials selection
  • Knowledge of structural/mechanical analysis
  • Experience delivering complex projects within demanding timelines in a multidisciplinary environment
  • Structured and methodical problem-solving and decision-making skills
  • Proactive, collaborative mindset with focus on high-quality, reliable outcomes
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools
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The Company
750 Employees
Year Founded: 2026

What We Do

The Cadillac Formula 1 Team is a professional racing organization preparing to compete in the 2026 FIA Formula One World Championship. Backed by General Motors and TWG Motorsports, the team is dedicated to pushing the limits of motorsport through innovation, precision, and a high-performance culture. They aim to set a new standard of excellence in Formula 1, both on and off the track, while maintaining a strong commitment to sustainability.

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