Senior cfd aerodynamicist h/f

Since 1972, we have become one of the leading names in the "Made In France" motorsport industry. Oreca, a racing team with expertise in building competition cars, has achieved numerous endurance racing victories. Our success extends beyond the track, thanks to our passion, performance, daring spirit, and commitment. While preserving our family identity, our reputation has grown to international acclaim.


Within the framework of endurance racing projects, Oreca Motorsport is looking for a Senior CFD Aerodynamicist H/F based in Signes, near the Paul Ricard circuit, VAR, FRANCE.

As a senior member within a development Assigned to the Performance Engineering Manager, your missions will be to :

* Develop and apply CFD models, perform simulations, and analyse results to enhance performance,
* Interpret results from advanced tools to improve flow structure understanding,
* Set and achieve ambitious performance targets through innovation and creativity,
* Define concepts and aerodynamic strategies to lead high-performance development,
* Collaborate with the Design Office and other departments to shape car designs,
* Create technical reports, present findings, and recommend modifications with effective suggestion.

Required experience & qualifications :

* You have a background in mechanical engineering or technical design education, and you have significant experience of at least 5 years in motorsport, specifically in racecar aerodynamics,
* Able to lead dev project that improve the aero performance of racecar,
* Expertise in CFD tools and simulation techniques (Ansys Fluent, Starccm+, Openfoam etc...),
* Programming languages would be a plus: Scheme, Perl, VB, Java,
* Supporting and growing our capabilities and specialist tools (CFD,experimental)
* A thorough understanding of the requierements of overall car performance,
* Proficient in technical English communication, French is a plus
* Being passionate about motorsports is a plus.

Personal Attributes :

* Highly motivated and proactive with a strong passion for high-performance engineering
* Excellent problem-solving skills and keen attention to detail
* Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment
* Strong communication skills to collaborate with aerodynamicists, engineers, and designers
* Team-oriented with adaptability to meet tight deadlines and changing project requirements
* Independent with a strong sense of initiative and a drive for excellence
* Committed to continuous improvement and innovation in the field of motorsport.