Senior / Lead Aerodynamics Design Engineer

At McLaren, our mission is to set the standard for high performance in sport. Everyone, in every part of the team, has a role to play. So if you want to test your ideas with the world watching... And measure your progress in milliseconds... And play your part in racing history... You belong here. High performance starts with you.

As we continue to develop our performance on track, we are expanding our Aerodynamics Design capability and are seeking experienced engineers to join us at Senior and Lead level.

Purpose of the role:

You’ll play a key role in designing race car aerodynamic surfaces and wind tunnel model components, contributing to the development and performance of our Formula 1 car. Working as part of a highly collaborative team, you’ll support the delivery of development projects, with responsibility aligned to your level of experience.

What You’ll Do:

• Design aerodynamic surfaces and wind tunnel model components using CAD

• Support the delivery of development projects to quality and timing targets

• Work closely with aerodynamicists, CFD, model shop, production, and vehicle engineering teams

• Apply engineering standards, CAD methodologies, and relevant regulations

• Contribute to problem solving and continuous improvement

• Support project planning, including forecasting lead times

What You’ll Bring:

• Degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Aeronautical Engineering or similar (or equivalent experience)

• Strong 3D CAD capability

• Understanding of engineering drawings

• Relevant experience depending on level (student, industrial, or professional)

• Good working knowledge of MS Office tools

Personal Attributes:

• Collaborative team player with strong communication skills

• Well organised with the ability to manage priorities

• Proactive, solution-focused mindset

• High attention to detail and quality

• Open to feedback and continuous improvement

• Driven, resilient, and focused on delivering results

What Can McLaren Offer ?

We constantly strive to be better tomorrow than we are today. Our ambition is to be the most pioneering and exhilarating racing team in the world, and our collective task is to set the standards for high performance in sport. We show up every day with energy and enthusiasm, ready to play our part.

We encourage and support diversity, equity and inclusion. We will actively promote a culture that values difference and eliminates discrimination in our workplace.

McLaren Racing is based at the iconic McLaren Technology Centre (MTC) near Woking. Our state of the art, sustainable campus offers many facilities including a gym, restaurant and indoor and outdoor break-out areas, as well as direct access to park and common land. The MTC is connected to Woking mainline station via regular shuttle buses, from which London Waterloo is a 30-minute train ride.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including private healthcare, car schemes, life insurance and generous pension contributions.