Suspension Design Engineer

As a Suspension Design Engineer, you will lead the concept and detailed design of innovative brake thermal management systems for our Formula One race cars. Working at the interface of Aerodynamics, Suspension, Vehicle Design, Structural Analysis and Manufacturing, you’ll transform aerodynamic concepts into lightweight, reliable and manufacturable engineering solutions.

What you’ll do

• Design composite and metallic brake thermal management components and assemblies from concept through to release.
• Develop innovative solutions to complex packaging and integration challenges within highly constrained design environments.
• Translate aerodynamic requirements into robust, lightweight and manufacturable designs.
• Collaborate with Aerodynamics, Vehicle Design, Structural Analysis, Manufacturing, Test and Race Engineering teams.
• Support manufacture, build, testing and race activities, resolving issues as they arise, and investigate reliability concerns to deliver effective engineering solutions.
• Contribute to the development of new technologies, design methods and engineering standards.

What you’ll bring

• Experience designing mechanical and composite components within a high-performance engineering environment.
• Strong understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, structural design and mechanical systems.
• Excellent 3D CAD modelling skills and experience producing engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of composite design, tooling and manufacturing methods, with strong 3D spatial awareness.
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar advantageous but not essential.

About McLaren Racing

McLaren Racing is based at the iconic McLaren Technology Centre (MTC) near Woking, Surrey. The team offers hybrid working, with three days a week based at the MTC, alongside a comprehensive benefits package including private healthcare, car schemes, life insurance and generous pension contributions.