MGU Mechanical Design Engineer

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline with a minimum of 5 years of relevant mechanical design experience in high-speed electric motors or motorsport applications.
• Alternatively, Master’s degree or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline with at least 2 years of demonstrated expertise in designing mechanical systems for electric machines or Formula 1 power units.
• Proficient in 3D CAD software (CATIA, NX, or SolidWorks) and finite element analysis tools.
• Strong understanding of rotor-stator dynamics, shaft alignment, and eccentricity mitigation techniques.
• Experience with precision bearing selection and integration (e.g., ceramic or hybrid bearings).
• Skilled in vibration analysis, dynamic balancing, and tolerance stack-up methods.
• Hands-on experience with prototype testing, instrumentation, and performance data interpretation.
• Knowledge of Formula 1 hybrid power unit regulations is highly desirable.
• Experience or familiarity with machine learning methods for design optimization and application of Design of Experiments (DoE) to motor design problems is a plus.

Desirable Skills

• Familiarity with F1 technical regulations, particularly those governing MGU components, rotor-stator integration, and power unit mechanical interfaces.
• Experience with CAE/FEA tools like ANSYS for thermal-structural simulations of high-speed e-motor rotors, stators, and bearing systems under F1 operating conditions.
• Hands-on experience in motorsport MGU prototyping, dynamometer testing, or cross-functional collaboration in hybrid ERS powertrains; preference for Formula SAE electric/hybrid powertrain participants.
• Knowledge of advanced materials (e.g., carbon composites, titanium alloys) and manufacturing processes like composite rotor housings, high-precision CNC rotor machining, and additive manufacturing.
• Knowledge of Design for Manufacture/Assembly (DFM/DFA) principles and tooling/jig design for MGU e-motor assembly and precision balancing fixtures.
• Experience conducting Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) for high-speed rotating machinery and e-motor systems to identify and mitigate design risks.
• Understanding of engineering drawing standards (GD&T) and quality management systems for motorsport MGU components.
• Familiarity with PLM systems (e.g., Teamcenter) for MGU design version control.

Personal Attributes