MEET THE TEAM

The Leadership Team is responsible for the strategic direction of the project, ensuring that all sub-teams work together cohesively to deliver an exceptional race car. They manage resources, coordinate with sponsors, and represent the team at events.

Joshua Ampomah

Co-Team Principal

Engineering Science • Year 4

Tommy Turner

Co-Team Principal

Engineering Science • Year 4

George Coop

Technical Manager

Physics • Year 4

Jon Soepadmo

Technical Manager

Engineering Science • Year 4

Lewis Blake

Technical Manager

Engineering Science • Year 4

Frederick Goodfellow

Technical Manager

Engineering Science • Year 4

The Bodywork and Aerodynamics Team focuses on optimizing airflow around the car. They use computational fluid dynamics (CFD) tools like Ansys to design bodywork that maximizes downforce while minimizing drag, creating a sleek and efficient race car profile.

The Cooling Team develops thermal management systems to maintain optimal operating temperatures for all vehicle components. They design radiators, cooling ducts, and airflow paths to ensure reliable performance in all conditions.

Lewis Bond

Chief Engineer

Engineering Science • Year 3

Tristan Chia

Chief Engineer

Engineering Science • Year 4

The Battery Team is responsible for the design and integration of our high-performance battery pack. They work with industry-leading tools like MATLAB and Simulink to model cell behavior, develop battery management systems, and ensure safety and reliability in all conditions.

Izzy Blackburn

Chief Engineer

Engineering Science • Year 3

Rohan Chauhan

Chief Engineer

Engineering Science • Year 3

The Chassis Team designs the structural backbone of our race car. Using SOLIDWORKS and other CAD tools, they create a lightweight yet incredibly strong frame that meets all Formula Student safety requirements while providing the foundation for all other systems.

Charlie Mahon

Chief Engineer

Engineering Science • Year 3

Seb Coxon-Vadillo

Chief Engineer

Engineering Science • Year 3

The Powertrain Team is responsible for maximizing the performance of our electric motor and drivetrain. They work on motor control, inverter design, and gear ratios to ensure our car delivers exceptional acceleration and top speed on the track.

Beth Myton

Chief Engineer

Biochemistry • Year 2

The Simulations Team uses advanced modeling and simulation tools to predict vehicle performance before physical testing. They analyze lap times, cornering speeds, and energy consumption to optimize our design decisions and validate our engineering approaches.

The Electronics & Software Team develops the control systems that bring our car to life. From the dashboard display to the motor controller, they write code and design circuits that monitor and manage every aspect of vehicle performance in real-time.

Gareth Everton

Chief Engineer

Physics • Year 2

The Wheel Assembly Team is responsible for the design and integration of our suspension and steering systems. They work closely with the Chassis Team to ensure optimal handling characteristics and implement innovative solutions for wheel mounting and alignment.

Alexander Higson

Chief Engineer

Engineering Science • Year 3

The Operations Team manages the logistics and manufacturing processes that keep our project running smoothly. From sourcing materials to organizing build schedules, they ensure that every team has what they need to succeed and that our car is built to the highest quality standards.