Senior Mechanical Designer
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The Cadillac Formula 1 ® Team is what happens when history, purpose and daring talent come together.
Backed by TWG Global and GM, our team is uniquely positioned to disrupt Formula 1 ® , bringing a fresh perspective and an unrelenting drive for success.
We have the energy of a start-up, with the ideas and originality of a business that always wants to lead, never wants to follow.
We’re building everything from the ground up, from a high-performance car to an inclusive, values-driven culture.
We show bold ambition.
We combine leadership in innovation with excellence in execution.
We are one team.
We have the freedom to think differently, the opportunity to shape process and practice, an ego-free environment where people thrive on being challenged by those around them.
A historic name behind us.
Career-defining moments ahead.
A New Chapter Begins.
Fueled by bold ambition Play your part in getting us on the grid.
Closing Date: 17th April 2026
We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Designer to play a pivotal role in the design and development of high-performance, race-critical components and systems for our Formula 1® program.
In this role, you will take full ownership from initial concept through to manufacture, testing, and track-side validation — delivering right-first-time solutions under the tight timeframes and uncompromising standards of elite motorsport.
You will champion innovation, ensure exceptional manufacturability and reliability, and pass on your expertise by mentoring and guiding junior engineers.
Collaborating closely with aerodynamics, vehicle performance, and manufacturing teams, you will uphold the highest standards of quality, documentation, and continuous improvement to keep our cars at the sharpest edge of competitive performance.
- Lead the development of CAD schemes, layouts, and detail drawings for mechanical components, with a focus on right-first-time design
- Design systems including but not limited to inboard suspension, composite suspension members, braking systems including brake ducts, dampers, steering components
- Own full lifecycle responsibility for assigned projects, from initial design through manufacture, test, and performance validation, ensuring the manufacturability, reliability, and cost-efficiency of all mechanical solutions
- Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior team members to ensure best practices and knowledge sharing and collaborate cross-functionally with other design departments
- Support innovation by exploring new technologies, materials, and processes such as additive manufacturing and AI-driven design tools
- Apply high standards of documentation, quality control, and communication across all deliverables and remain current with developments in motorsport and beyond to drive continuous improvement and competitiveness
About Cadillac Formula 1 Team
American Formula 1 motor-racing team competing for global fans, backed by TWG Motorsports and General Motors.
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