Senior Composite Design Engineer
Pubblicato il 31-07-2026 - Altro in Maranello
General Summary
This role reports to the Head of Composite Design or their designee and is based in Maranello, Italy. The role supports the delivery and contribution of departmental and organisational objectives. Responsible for supporting day‑to‑day operations within their area of responsibility, working collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders to ensure high standards of service, compliance, and performance. Adherence to organisational policies and procedures, effective communication with line management, and a commitment to continuous improvement and inclusive ways of working is essential.
Role Principles
Act with integrity, always upholding the highest professional and ethical standards.
Drive innovation and change to continuously improve ways of working and outcomes.
Pursue operational excellence, ensuring efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement.
Collaborate inclusively, building strong partnerships to achieve shared goals.
Maintain a customer‑focused approach, prioritising the needs of internal and external stakeholders.
Champion sustainability by embedding responsible and environmentally conscious practices into everyday work.
Key Responsibilities
Role‑Specific Responsibilities
Collaborate in planning and strategy of component development and race introduction.
Design and development of F1 Car components.
Seek continuous improvement in the design of components with prime focus on car performance.
Contribute to composite design group workload plans in consultation with business partners.
Contribute to concept development in relation to composite design.
Liaise with Race Team concerning reliability and relevant composite design revisions.
Perform necessary research and development functions.
Operational Delivery
Carry out day‑to‑day tasks efficiently and within agreed timescales.
Ensure work meets expected service, quality, and compliance standards.
Demonstrate accountability and professionalism in all activities.
Team & Stakeholder Collaboration
Build positive working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
Participate in meetings, briefings, and forums as required.
Respond to queries within scope, escalating more complex matters when necessary.
Compliance & Governance
Adhere to relevant legislation, organisational policies,
and internal controls.
Handle information responsibly, including confidential or sensitive data.
Support audit, governance, and risk management activities as required.
Continuous Improvement
Contribute ideas and feedback to improve processes and ways of working.
Participate in team initiatives, projects, or improvement activities.
Additional Responsibilities
Undertake any other reasonable duties consistent with the level and purpose of the role, as assigned by the line manager.
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications & Experience:
Degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
Minimum 5 years of experience which must be in a professional motorsports’ environment with design experience.
Some FEA experiences are also a plus.
Resilience & Composure:
Maintains calm and focus in high‑pressure, fast‑paced environments.
Able to handle setbacks and adapt quickly to changing circumstances.
Integrity & Discretion:
Trusted to manage confidential information and sensitive team matters.
Upholds the highest standards of professionalism and ethical conduct.
Team‑Oriented:
Collaborative mindset with a commitment to team cohesion and shared success.
Willingness to mentor and develop talent within the organisation.
Adaptability & Flexibility:
Comfortable with extensive travel and irregular working hours, including weekends and race days.
Open to innovation and continuous improvement in processes and culture.
Equipment and Applications
Computing and basic hand tools.
CATIA 3DX
Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to lead composite design projects from concept to completion.
Prioritises and pursues vehicle performance.
Knowledge of composite and machine shop production processes
Have an excellent understanding of English language
Physical Demands
Extended Hours & Flexibility:
Many roles require working evenings, weekends, and public holidays,
particularly during race season or critical development phases.
Travel Requirements:
Roles supporting race operations, logistics, or communications may involve frequent international travel, including long‑haul flights and time zone shifts.
Physical Activity (Varies by Role):
Trackside roles may involve standing for long periods, walking across paddocks, and working in noisy, crowded environments.
Factory roles may require manual handling of components, use of machinery, or working in temperature‑controlled areas.
Office‑based roles typically involve prolonged computer use and occasional movement between departments.
Sensory Demands:
Exposure to high noise levels (e.g., engines, pit lane activity), bright lighting, and fast‑moving environments is common in race support roles.
This role is based in a shared workplace environment where exposure to common allergens may occur. We consider reasonable adjustments but cannot guarantee a completely allergen‑free environment.
Health & Safety Compliance:
All roles require adherence to strict safety protocols, especially in technical and trackside environments.
Completion of all mandatory compliance training (including health and safety, data protection, and role‑specific regulatory training) is a condition of employment and must be maintained throughout tenure.
This job description may not detail some less major duties, nor cover duties of a similar nature, which may from time to time be reasonably required by the relevant manager.
Notice
Due to the nature of the organisation, all employees of TGR Haas F1 Team are required to be security cleared to National Security Vetting standards. If successful in your application, we would support you with the NSV process. As a guideline only, you would normally need to have been a UK resident for the last 5 consecutive years. Further confirmation can be found on the Civil Aviation Authority National Security Vetting (NSV) website https://www.caa.co.uk/commercial-industry/security/national-security-vetting/.
If you have not been a UK resident for the last 5 consecutive years, please be prepared to request an Overseas Criminal Records Check for these countries as you are requested for referencing and security checks if you are successful.
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