Senior Aerodynamics Engineer (Thermal)

Description

Location: Silverstone, UK

Reporting to: Lead Engineer - Aero Development Team (Thermal)

Cadillac Formula 1 is excited to be on the grid for the 2026 FIA Formula One World Championship. Our new team is gearing up for rapid growth. To achieve our goals, we need to create and sustain a high-performance culture in every area. We have ambitious plans to build an outstanding operation that can compete at the highest level.

From exceptional Engineering and Design talent to a world-class race team, supported by specialists in off-track roles - we are assembling the expertise needed to drive this operation forward and compete at the highest level.

Being a part of this team, will accelerate your career. Take a closer look at the role:

Job description:
We have an opportunity for a Senior Aerodynamics Engineer (Thermal) to join the Team at the new Silverstone Facility. In this role you will work within a group of engineers to coordinate and develop the aerodynamic thermal systems of the team’s race cars (PU, brakes, electronics, etc.), through the analysis of computational methods and an innovating approach to design and development.We aspire to be the absolute best in every aspect of our team. Team members are encouraged to challenge established thinking and share their ideas to create an environment where everyone can contribute to our shared success.

What you will be doing:

• Develop aerodynamic cooling solutions for aerothermal requirements (PU, brake, electronics and other cooling requirements), ensuring target performance parameters are achieved.
• Deliver aerodynamic performance to the race car, by analysing CFD and wind tunnel data as well as innovating throughout the design and development process.
• Build a good understanding of the aerodynamic structures and behaviours around the race car.
• Work with management groups to construct a mutually agreed and communicated aerodynamic thermal development plan.
• Suggest, investigate and implement new methods and processes to improve efficiency of aerodynamic ideas generation, design, testing, analysis, and reporting.
• Contribute to collaborative discussions and efforts to improve performance, offering ideas and taking on board feedback from others.

Requirements

• Relevant experience in a similar role within the motorsport industry.
• A proven track record in aero thermal management of powertrain/brake/electronics/etc.
• Well versed in numerical methods and fluid dynamics.
• Excellent knowledge of CFD thermal methods and be able to generate and interpret aerothermal results from analysis and/or experimentation.
• Well versed with 3D CAD software (preferably 3DExperience/CATIA).
• Experience in planning, managing development projects against pre-agreed targets.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Able to perform duties in a timely manner with minimal errors.
• Communicate effectively with key stakeholders/directors.
• Clear and concise communication, verbally and with the use of email.
• Strong levels of IT skills including MS Office, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Positively contribute to an open and inclusive culture.

Please be aware that we will be reviewing applicants on a rolling basis and this job posting will close once a suitable candidate is identified. We encourage all interested individuals to submit their application as soon as possible. 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.