Structural Analysis Engineer

Cadillac Formula 1 Team; Silverstone; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading motorsport team in Silverstone is seeking a Structural Analysis Engineer to perform calculations and finite element analyses. The ideal candidate will have experience in Formula 1 or top-tier motorsport. Responsibilities include supporting design teams, optimizing car structures, and mentoring graduate engineers. The team emphasizes innovation and collaboration within a values-driven culture, offering competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Industry-leading pension

Generous time off

Substantial potential for career development

Qualifications

• Experience in FEA, ideally with the Altaire suite of products.
• Experience with optimisation packages and preferably composite analysis.

Responsibilities

• Support your allocated design group by performing analyses and optimizations.
• Prepare reports of the work you have done for design reviews.
• Liaise with other FEA engineers to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Skills

Experience in Formula 1® or top-tier motorsport companies or aerospace

Strong IT skills including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Positive contribution to an open and inclusive culture

Experience with optimisation packages

Education

A degree in a relevant discipline (Engineering)

Tools

FEA software (Altaire suite)

Job description

Overview

The Cadillac Formula 1® Team is backed by TWG Global and GM. We are building from the ground up with a high-performance car and an inclusive, values-driven culture. We aim to lead through bold ambition, innovation, and collaboration in a fast-paced environment.

A New Chapter Begins. Closing Date: 24th October 2025.

Role

We have an opportunity for a Structural Analysis Engineer to join the team at our Silverstone facility. In this role you will perform calculations, finite element analyses, and optimizations of car structures at the assembly and component level. You will be encouraged to challenge established thinking and contribute to a culture where everyone can contribute to shared success.

Responsibilities

• Support your allocated design group by performing analyses and optimizations to achieve weight-efficient and robust designs
• Prepare reports of the work you have done to present at design reviews and for future reference
• Liaise with other FEA engineers to enhance efficiency and accuracy of analyses across the FEA group
• Scrutinize load cases for design and analysis purposes
• Supervise and mentor graduate FEA Engineers within your allocated design group

Requirements

• Experience in Formula 1® or top-tier motorsport companies or aerospace
• A degree in a relevant discipline (Engineering) or equivalent
• Extensive experience in FEA, ideally with the Altaire suite of products
• Experience with optimisation packages and preferably composite analysis
• Strong IT skills including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Positive contribution to an open and inclusive culture; strong collaboration and stakeholder communication

Additional information

The Cadillac Formula 1® Team challenges conventions with bold ambition, cutting-edge innovation, and a commitment to precision and excellence—on and off the track. We offer industry-leading pension, generous time off, and substantial potential for career development within a global brand.

EEO and compliance

As an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to equal treatment and do not condone discrimination on age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership. We encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply. We also support policies focused on environmental responsibility, sustainability, inclusion, and health and safety. Please note that additional security checks may be required as part of the recruitment process, including a background check covering a minimum of the past five years and a criminal record check.