Motorsport Engineering
USEFUL LINKs
https://www.engc.org.uk/professional-registration/
https://www.autosport.com/f1/news/how-to-become-race-engineer-f1/6631135/
https://www.mercedesamgf1.com/news/insight-the-trackside-engineers
https://the-mia.com/page/careers
https://formulacareers.com/#google_vignette
JOB PROFILES
https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/job-profiles/motorsport-engineer
https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/automotive-engineer
what is A MOTORSPORT ENGINEER?
Motorsport engineers tend to design, build and test racing cars and bikes. As a motor sport engineer some of the responsibilities will include setting up vehicles to suit the track and weather conditions, monitor engine speed and other data during races, test working models on the track, fine tune the vehicle and send technical instructions to the driver or rider and much more.
HOW TO BECOME A MOTORSPORT ENGINEER
The main routes to get into this role are :
A university course- there are many different degrees you could undertake in many different areas.
An apprenticeship- there are many relevant degree apprenticeships that can support you in becoming a motorsport engineer.
UNIVERSITY OPTIONS
You will usually need 2-3 A levels considered for this degree. You could undertake a degree in various fields to support a career in motorsport engineer. These could include:
Motorsport technology
Mechanical engineering
Automotive engineering
Electric vehicle technology
It will be useful to look for courses that have an option of work placements or internships in industry opportunities with manufacturers and suppliers, as this will help you gain more skills and direct experience in a competitive industry. As well as this, it is also important to note that some universities offer schemes like Formula Student and Greenpower which is very useful as it allows you to get an insight into motorsport engineering and allows you to start building contacts and a network in this field.
Personal Statement Help
https://universitycompare.com/personal-statement-examples/engineering/statement
https://collegelah.com/2018/12/27/mechanical-engineering-personal-statement-2/
https://www.thestudentroom.co.uk/university/personal-statements/engineering/automotive-engineering-1
APPRENTICESHIP OPTIONS
There is a possibility that you can train to be a motorsport engineer by gaining an intermediate engineering technician apprentice and there are options to then progress through to a degree apprenticeship, you can also start a degree apprenticeship after gaining a level/btecs. Relevant motorsport engineering degree apprenticeships may include:
electro-mechanical engineer degree apprenticeship
manufacturing engineer degree apprenticeship
This is dependent on the company and area, you will also usually need to go through an interview process when applying for a degree apprenticeship in mechanical engineering.
Apprenticeship Finders
https://careerfinder.ucas.com/searchjobs/
https://www.gov.uk/apply-apprenticeship
Interview Help
https://resumecat.com/interview-questions/automotive-engineer
https://www.objectivebooks.com/automobile-engineering-interview
Typical employers of automotive engineers in general include:
car, commercial vehicle and motorcycle manufacturing companies
companies serving specialist markets, such as sports or luxury cars and London taxis
design houses and test laboratories
automotive component suppliers
tyre manufacturers, accessory and safety equipment manufacturers
fuel and oil companies
motorsport teams, preparation specialists and engineering consultancies.
You could work at a car manufacturing plant, at a garage or in a laboratory.
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CAREER VIDEOS
YouTube channel : https://www.youtube.com/@FormulaCareers