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Purpose of the Role:

You will be responsible for the aerodynamic development of our road cars using a combination of CFD, wind tunnel and mule vehicle testing to investigate concepts and complete design validation against programme targets.

We like to support an innovative, creative and collaborative atmosphere therefore are interested in a diverse background of talents and experience.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Use a mixture of CFD, wind tunnel and mule testing methods to develop the vehicles aerodynamics to meet programme targets for down force, drag, thermal heat transfer and air flow through radiators, brake ducts and HVAC ducts

• Work in continual collaboration with Styling, Concept Design Engineers and Function Groups to develop feasible and innovative solutions for meeting programme targets

• Communicate aerodynamic progress and critical issues to programme management and the Chief Engineer

Knowledge, skills and experience for position:

• First-rate Aeronautical or Mechanical engineering degree

• Strong understanding in aerodynamic fundamentals

• Creativity and ability to develop ideas from first principles

• Knowledge of the CFD technique with excellent understanding of modelling requirements for external aerodynamics – STARCCM+ preferred

• Experience in wind tunnel and/or Mule vehicle testing and strong understanding of measurement methods and data post processing

• Experience in freeform surfacing using a 3D CAD system – CATIA V5 preferred

• Relevant Automotive experience of high-end or niche vehicles of benefit, however not essential

For this role we offer a competitive package including private healthcare, access to an executive car scheme, company pension scheme and the chance to work in a truly unique environment.

Important notice:
All McLaren Group Companies have a policy of only employing candidates that are currently eligible to work in the UK. If you do not, at this time, have the legal right to work in the UK, please do not apply. Note that proof of this will be requested during the recruitment process.