Pit Stop Equipment Design Team Leader

Pit Stop Equipment Design Team Leader

Sauber

Hinwil, Switzerland

Your mission

• Lead, inspire, and manage a team of engineers/designers, responsible for developing and improving pit stop equipment;
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Race Engineering & Pit Crew, Mechanical Engineering, to identify pain points, align objectives and enhance pit stop performance;
• Mentor and guide team members in their technical development, fostering an environment of creativity and continuous improvement;
• Oversee the design and prototyping of tools and equipment used during pit stops (e.g., wheel guns/nuts and retention systems, jacks, pit stop gantry etc.);
• Drive the evolution of equipment design, ensuring it meets both technical specifications and the team’s unique performance needs;
• Incorporate data-driven insights and feedback from race events to refine and optimize equipment for maximum speed and reliability;
• Ensure all equipment is compliant with FIA regulations while pushing the boundaries of innovation and performance;
• Implement solutions to improve the ergonomics, usability, and efficiency of the equipment to reduce the time spent during pit stops;
• Define and oversee rigorous testing programs with a focus on durability under extreme conditions, using both simulation and on-track data to evaluate performance;
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies, trends, and best practices within motorsport and engineering fields to introduce innovative solutions;
• Manage the end-to-end design process, including project timelines (together with our PM team) and resource allocation;
• Ensure that all equipment is delivered on time, within budget, and in line with quality standards, ready for race day.

Your profile

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field;
• Proven experience in an engineering or design leadership role, ideally within motorsport or high-performance engineering environments;
• Extensive experience in designing, testing, and refining mechanical systems;
• Familiarity with pit stop procedures and understanding of the importance of efficiency during race events;
• Expertise in CAD software (preferably on CATIA 3DX or V5);
• Proficiency in materials science (metals & composite), mechanical design, and manufacturing processes;
• Excellent communication skills, problem-solving abilities and a strong analytical mindset;
• Team player and innovative thinker with a passion for motorsport and high-performance engineering;
• Proficiency in English language skills. German language skills will be an advantage.

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