Doug Nevill
Formula 1 Design Engineer · Technical & Engineering Career Mentor
Doug spent close to 30 years working in Formula 1 design, gaining a deep, hands-on understanding of car design and how engineering teams work day to day. He went on to lead a group of 30 engineers, valued for his calm, honest and down-to-earth style.
Now working in World Endurance Racing, Doug brings that experience to mentoring. He gives engineers a straight, experience-based view of how motorsport careers really work: the roles, the hiring decisions and what separates the people who progress.
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How Doug Can Help
- Understanding the different engineering roles inside a Formula 1 team
- How hiring actually works, from someone who has led and recruited engineers
- Reviewing your CV, projects and Formula Student experience through a team’s eyes
- Choosing between design, performance, manufacturing and other technical paths
- Building a long-term career across Formula 1, endurance racing and wider motorsport
- Stepping up from engineer to engineering leader
Read Doug and Nicola’s guide on how to get into Formula 1 as an engineer.
Common Questions
Who is Doug Nevill?
Doug Nevill is a motorsport engineer who spent close to 30 years working in Formula 1 car design, including leading a team of 30 engineers. He now works in World Endurance Racing and mentors engineers through GreenTrack Coaching & Consulting.
Who does Doug mentor?
Students, graduates, apprentices and working engineers who want honest guidance on building a career in Formula 1 and motorsport, as well as engineers stepping into leadership roles.
How do mentoring sessions with Doug work?
Sessions are flexible and tailored to your goals, and are usually held online by video call. Each session focuses on practical, honest conversation with clear actions afterwards. Pricing is available on enquiry and the first conversation is complimentary.
Can I have mentoring with both Doug and Nicola?
Yes. Combined mentoring brings together Doug’s technical and hiring perspective with Nicola’s experience in early-career development and career transitions.
Talk to Someone Who Has Lived It
The first conversation is complimentary.