Williams continues recruitment drive with new head of aero
Former Renault and Ferrari man Dirk de Beer is to be the new head of aerodynamics at Williams as the team continues its recruitment drive.
South African De Beer worked on Indycar design at Swift before joining Sauber. He moved to Renault in 2008, where he served as head of aero for five years. He joined Ferrari in 2013, but like his colleague James Allison he left the team last year.
“We’re delighted to have someone with Dirk’s vast experience joining us,” said deputy team principal Claire Williams. “Having spent several years as a Head of Aerodynamics in Formula One, his knowledge and technical expertise will undoubtedly be a great asset to the team in our continued push to restore Williams to the front of the grid.”
“The team has an incredible heritage in Formula One, and I’m proud to now be a part of that,” said De Beer. “I’m looking forward to working with Dave Wheater and the Williams aero team to help continue driving forward the development of the car throughout the season and beyond.”
