General information

Job Title
Design Engineer - Body Structures
Ref #
29419
Date
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
Country
United Kingdom
Location
Woking
Business area
R&D
Department
Body and Chassis - Body In White
Position level
H - Qualified
Working time
Full Time
Contract type
Permanent
Working pattern
9am - 6pm Monday to Friday

Description & Requirements

Background

No restraints. No limitations. We don’t simply push boundaries. We completely rethink them. McLaren Automotive exists to create breath-taking performance road cars.

With innovation at the core of all we do, every challenge starts with the same question. How can we do it better? This restless spirit runs right through McLaren Automotive. And the search for perfection is evident in everything we do.

Purpose of Role
As the Design Engineer - Body Structures you will be working on aspects of Body Structures component design on our future vehicle programmes.

You will be CAD modelling of a wide range of systems and components such as Carbon Fibre Structures, Monocoques, Aluminium Frames and Front/Rear Crash Structures, utilising lightweight materials and processes such as Carbon Fibre (pre-preg, RTM, SMC) and Aluminium (Extrusions, Castings).

Please note this is a hybrid position, you will be required to work on site 50 percent of the time.
Principal Accountabilities
  • Supporting new platform packaging, early concept & styling feasibility studies and detailed design.
  • Designing components to meet cost targets while achieving challenging performance attributes and the lowest feasible weight.
  • Build support (prototype and production).
  • Developing and specify GD&T on CAD models or drawings taking into account all inputs from parts suppliers, assembly processes and Dimension Management studies.
  • With particular respect to Body Structures technology, contributing to the continuous improvement and further development of CAD modelling and product definition techniques. 
Knowledge, Skills and Experience

  • Educated to Degree level in Mechanical / Automotive Engineering or similar is essential.
  • Sound understanding of mechanical design fundamentals.
  • Proficiency with CATIA V5 is essential.
  • Experience of high or niche vehicle (low volume) Body-In-White design would be an advantage.
  • Good material knowledge, with emphasis on high performance and lightweight materials (carbon composites, glass composites, aluminium alloys).
  • Good understanding of GD&T standards.
  • Experience of best drawing and modelling practises or methodologies would be beneficial.
  • PC literate and at ease with MS Office products.
  • Knowledge of the following Aluminium manufacturing technologies would be an advantage:
    • Aluminium Castings
    • Aluminium Extrusions
    • Aluminium Welding
  • Knowledge of the following carbon fibre composites manufacturing technologies would be an advantage:
    • Pre-preg and Autoclave
    • RTM (High/Low pressure, VARTM)
    • SMC mouldings 
Personal Attributes
  • The ideal candidate is an individual with a strong passion for body design in automotive who is willing to be challenged with the design of the most innovative automotive materials and concept designs.
  • Must be a team player and be able to work closely with project and lead engineers as well as with suppliers.
  • Flexibility and adaptability are key to become a leading member of our team.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proactive, well organised, diligent and reliable. 

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