Composite Manufacturing Engineering and Composite Machining Industrial Placements
Brackley, UK
At the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team, a group of passionate and determined people work to design, develop, manufacture and race the cars driven by seven-time World Champion Lewis Hamilton and Grand Prix winner George Russell.
Whether working in our Operations, Technical, Race or Business Support functions, we are all in and aspire to build the greatest team in the history of our sport.
About the Roles:
As a Composite Manufacturing Engineering IP, you will create manufacturing methods for complex carbon fibre structures such as the chassis, suspension, wings, and engine components. Utilizing CATIA 3D Experience, you will turn designed parts and drawings into the individual plies our highly skilled laminators require. You will implement our detailed training programme to produce laser projections for accurate ply placement and design tooling to improve part quality. You will take an active role in root cause investigations to ensure we get parts to the track quickly and at the lowest cost without compromising quality or performance.
As a Composite Machining IP, you will work collaboratively as part of a small group to improve our planning and manufacturing processes, enhance our tools and methodologies, or solve problems with our car manufacturing. Your duties will include developing processes in manufacture such as planning machine workload, digitized check sheet processes, and introducing new technologies.
Successful candidates will have:
Essential:
* Strong interest in manufacturing processes and problem-solving.
* Ability to share ideas and understand the points of view of others.
* Passion for process engineering and manufacturing.
* Good university results demonstrating commitment and diligence.
* Sound understanding of engineering principles relevant to manufacturing engineering.
* Open and honest communication style, enjoying collaboration in a team setting.
* Ability to work independently, applying attention to detail and dependable judgment.
A prior interest in motorsport is not required; we believe you will find your time with us a memorable and enriching experience.
Skills you could gain from your placement include:
* Understanding of the composite manufacturing process.
* Learning tools to improve quality, lead time, and cost within production.
* Becoming a skilled CAD user in CATIA 3D Experience.
* Interpreting technical drawings and specifications.
* Hands-on experience in composite manufacture.
* Understanding manufacturing strategies for F1 car components.
* Project and time management techniques.
* Creating innovative solutions to problems.
* Interpreting data to improve manufacturing techniques.
* Developing tools and methodologies for manufacturing processes.
* Planning and performing test programmes on 5 axis CNC machines.
Benefits:
Our riverside campus is powered by 100% renewably sourced energy and features an on-site gym, subsidised restaurant, and on-site parking with EV chargers available. We offer a competitive benefits package including private medical cover, annual health assessments, life assurance, free onsite gym, and 25 days holiday.
Your Application:
We will ask you to complete a questionnaire and submit a cover letter and CV. Please upload your cover letter with your CV as one PDF document.
Online Testing:
As part of the application process, you will be required to complete the following tests (if not completed within the last 6 months):
* Composites Technical Test
* Psychometric Testing: Factors
* Psychometric Testing: Logiks Intermediate
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