Materials Scientist

vor 2 Wochen

Genève, Schweiz FEDERATION INTERNATIONALE AUTOMOBILE Vollzeit

11-04-2025

**Materials Scientist (Geneva - Switzerland)**:
The FIA is seeking an experienced Materials Scientist to join its Single Seater Technical Department.

This newly created role will reinforce the FIA’s expertise in composite and metallic materials, supporting both the Formula One Technical Regulations and the broader Single Seater pyramid (F2, F3, F4, FR).

The role will be based in the FIA offices in Geneva and will involve some travel to Grands Prix and to Team and Power-unit premises.

**MISSIONS AND RESPONSABILITIES**:
Engineering Capability Development:

- Establish internal materials expertise (composites, metals, plastics) and associated manufacturing processes
- Create and maintain a materials database for the structural analysis group
- Provide expert input to departments including safety, aerodynamics, sustainability, and health & safety
- Identify material testing needs, define specifications, source test equipment and develop partnerships with external laboratories

Regulation development
- Lead and evolve the Materials Articles of the F1 Technical Regulations, in line with FIA strategic objectives (safety, sustainability, affordability, and performance)
- Collaborate with F1 Teams, F1 Power Unit Manufacturers and Manufacturers of one
- make formulae to ensure that regulations are realistic and enforceable
- Ensure that regulations fairly account for health and safety legislation across different countries
- Work closely with the FIA Sustainability Department, Teams and Materials suppliers to define sustainability and circularity targets and regulations

Scrutineering and Race Support:

- Perform inspections, tests, and audits to ensure regulatory compliance in materials usage
- Attend selected races and test events to support on-site scrutineering (training will be provided)

**PROFILE**:

- Master’s degree or higher in Materials Science
- Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in motorsport or aerospace environments
- Fluent in English (native or C2 level required); basic knowledge of French is an asset
- In-depth knowledge of composite and metallic materials, their properties, and associated production processes
- Experience with analytical, mechanical, and non-destructive testing methods
- Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication, including the ability to draft clear technical documentation (e.g. regulations, reports)
- Comfortable working autonomously in a fast-paced, international environment
- Organised, proactive, and passionate about engineering innovation

If you are interested, please send us your CV and cover letter

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