Senior Composite Design Engineer– Motorsport H/F, Signes

Job Overview Since 1973, Oreca has been a leading name in the "Made In France" motorsport industry. The racing team, renowned for building competition cars and achieving numerous endurance victories, is now seeking a

Senior Composite Design Engineer– Motorsport H/F

based in Signes, near the Paul Ricard circuit, VAR, FRANCE. The engineer will report to the Director of Engineering and manage the design of functional sub‑assemblies for race car projects such as prototypes, GT, LMDh, and LMP2.

Responsibilities

Design composite components and mechanical assemblies for endurance racing.

Develop technical solutions for internal customer issues.

Deliver complete studies of sub‑assemblies (suspensions, chassis, cooling, engine integration, etc.) through solid modeling, surface modeling, and 2D drafting, achieving high‑performance, reliable, and optimised sizing.

Collaborate with the project manager to respect time, budget, and risk constraints, coordinating with supply chain, metrology, assembly and manufacturing teams.

Ensure integrated systems satisfy simulation/modeling requirements based on conceptual ideas.

Oversee design mock‑up activity within the design office.

Comply with all safety regulations across all venues.

Qualifications

Mechanical engineering background with at least 8 years of experience in high‑performance motorsport component development.

Proficiency in CATIA V5 for complex modeling (solid, surface, and drawing modules).

Strong technical English communication; French is a plus.

Passion for motorsport is a plus.

Personal Attributes

Highly motivated and proactive, with a strong passion for high‑performance engineering.

Consistently works to a high standard in stressful, time‑sensitive situations.

Excellent problem‑solving skills and keen attention to detail.

Strong communication skills for collaboration with aerodynamicists, engineers, and designers.

Team‑oriented with adaptability to meet tight deadlines and changing project requirements.

Independent with initiative and a drive for excellence.

Committed to continuous improvement and innovation in motorsport.

Benefits

Opportunity to work on ambitious GT3, LMDh, and LMP2 projects.

Permanent contract with opportunities for personal development.

High‑standard facilities, including a 8000 m² technocentre.

Healthy location close to sea, mountains, Marseille, and train/airport access.

Inclusive working environment based on values, skills, and ambition.

Oreca is committed to creating an inclusive working environment for all candidates and encourages applications from diverse backgrounds.

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