The company:
Williams’ core competencies are the design and development of racing cars to compete in the Formula One World Championship. As one of the world's leading Formula One teams, the company has secured 16 FIA Formula One World Championship titles since its foundation in 1977 and is now moving into an exciting era under new ownership defined by relentless innovation and living sustainable performance in every dimension.
The Position
We are looking for a driven Aerodynamics Project Leader to work closely with our Principal Aerodynamicists and take the technical lead of a team of talented engineers. This role focuses on developing and empowering team members to create innovative aerodynamic solutions.
As an Aerodynamics Project Leader, you will:
- Work to clear aerodynamic objectives, maximising the group’s learning through effective use of CFD & experimental data
- Report results and theories in a clear and concise manner that encourages challenge and sharing of ideas
- Develop and empower less-experienced members of the group
- Prepare, plan and execute successful wind tunnel test sessions in our state-of-the-art, on-site test facility
- Lead development projects with adriveforcollaboration, technical innovation and excellence
- Contribute to our culture of continuous improvement in all aspects of our work
- Maintain positive relationships and clear communication of information throughout the department and acrossthe team
Our ideal Aerodynamics Project Leader will have the following:
- Multiple years’ experience in F1 aerodynamic development
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to communicate acrossfunctions/departments
- Proven ability to develop less experienced team members
- Excellent understanding of the fundamentals of aerodynamics
- Familiarity with CFD techniques, including non-standard models
- Proficiency in CAD for the design of aerodynamic surfaces
What can Williams offer?
The Williams Group is based in multi acre complex located in Grove, Oxfordshire. The Williams Group offers a competitive holiday package, staff events/open days, a subsidised restaurant on site and various car schemes. We have an on-site gym (open 24 hours a day) as well as various fitness classes including outdoors bootcamps, pilates and yoga free for all staff and contractors to use. Aside from these benefits we can offer free onsite parking and large open green spaces to unwind during breaks. We are a based just 30 mins from Oxford City Centre by bus.
Williams is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments
