Tyre Science Trackside Engineer

2025 sees MoneyGram Haas F1 Team celebrate its tenth season in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship… we’re just getting started. We don’t follow the status quo, we’re here to challenge the competition, and we want you to join us.

The first American Formula 1 team to compete in the sport since 1986, MoneyGram Haas F1 Team made an immediate impression with a memorable points-scoring debut at the 2016 Australian Grand Prix. Nine years later, and the team continues to demonstrate growth and a clear direction with its future objectives – coming off the back of its second-best season to-date in Formula 1.

We’re a racing team – not a corporate machine. We have three HQs – Kannapolis in the US, Banbury in the UK and Maranello in Italy – each powered by passionate, loyal and hardworking team ambassadors. At MoneyGram Haas F1 Team – known within the paddock as the ‘family team’ – you’ll be involved in many different areas of the team, have much wider visibility across the business, and will be able to clearly see your contribution to our team.

Yes, you’ll learn from us, but we expect to learn from you too!

General Summary

This position reports to the Team Leader – Tyre Science or their designee; is located in Banbury, UK. The position involves the design, development and application of advanced simulation tools, with a strong focus on tyre performance analysis using track data. This role may require providing support from the factory during race weekends and attending numerous trackside races and tests.

General Responsibilities

Promote teamwork and effective communications to develop working relationships between all personnel and departments.

Follow all safety regulations in all venues.

Assumes any responsibilities and duties delegated by the Team Leader – Tyre Science or their designee.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor junior and intern engineers in their contribution to team activities.
• Support the Design Office and other departments in the design of cars and tools through simulations and data driven approaches.
• Design, development, and correlation of tools aimed at analyzing tyre performance on track. Occasionally, data analysis could also focus on data coming from rigs and simulation tools (i.e. lap sim, DIL, HIL, etc).
• Support Electronics and Control Systems departments in detecting and reporting sensors malfunctions. Propose solutions and/or support the investigation using a data driven approach.
• Contribute strongly to pre-and post-event simulations and reporting to support Race Engineering in event preparation, with a focus on improving tyre performance and the tools involved.
• Support race and test event throughout the entire weekend by following the sessions live from the factory or at the track.
• Work closely with Race Engineering by providing tyre performance analysis reports and responding to specific focus points when requested at the end of each session.
• Propose and contribute to tyre testing activities, during all trackside testing opportunities and report findings with a data driven approach.
• Assist in project management by defining objectives, test plans, data post-processing, analysis and reporting.

Education And Work Experience

• Minimum BSc in any STEM subject, with robust knowledge and experience in applied mathematics or engineering. A Master’s degree or PhD is preferred.
• At least five years of experience, in either motor racing or in a Vehicle Dynamics or Performance role within mainstream automotive engineering is strongly preferred.
• Prior experience in Formula One would be beneficial

Specialized Knowledge And Skills

• Strong communication skills, written and verbal.
• Have an advanced understanding of tyre performance KPI and engineering.
• Comprehensive knowledge of all onboard sensors and instrumentation generally used to monitor tyre performance and operating conditions.
• Strong technical background in racing cars.
• A basic knowledge of tyre modelling.
• Work to a consistently high standard in stressful and time sensitive situations.
• Quick decision-making skills whilst working through problems in a scientific and analytical way.
• Work well within a team environment with personnel at all levels.
• A sympathetic approach to your work colleagues and an ability to integrate within a group environment.
• A can-do positive approach and a willingness to help others is essential.

Equipment And Applications

• Solid experience and knowledge of MATLAB & Simulink.
• Good experience with object-oriented coding (MATLAB or preferably in C# or C++).
• Experience with any symbolic and acausal modelling language (such as Modelica, SimScape or other multi-body/physical modelling software tools) would be favorable.
• Experience with MAT products for application management in a vTAG environment, such as System Monitor and GDE libraries, would be favorable.
• Solid computer knowledge, proficient with Microsoft Office.

Work Environment Physical Demands

An ability to work and prioritize within a high pressure, time sensitive environment while retaining a methodical approach is essential. The role may require extensive domestic and international travel and a willingness to work long and flexible hours including weekends.

This position may require lifting to 50 pounds, repeated bending, squatting and manual dexterity. Fast-paced work environment requiring heavy mental demands. Work environment includes machinery, race cars, 7-post and other rigs, grinding debris, and hazardous fluids. All employees must ensure compliance with the Company Health and Safety Policy, and all relevant other statutory Health and Safety legislation.

Core Company Values

Integrity: Uphold the highest standards of integrity in all actions.

Innovation: Embrace and drive change through innovative solutions.

Excellence: Strive for excellence in every aspect of work.

Collaboration: Foster a collaborative environment to achieve collective goals.

Customer Focus: Prioritize the needs and satisfaction of customers and partners.

Sustainability: Commit to sustainable practices and social responsibility

This job description may not detail some less major duties, nor cover duties of a similar nature, which may from time to time be reasonably required by the relevant manager.

At MoneyGram Haas F1 Team, we consider our employees our greatest asset. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive and grow. We value diversity and encourage our employees to bring their unique perspectives and experiences to the conversation. Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion are fundamental to who we are as a company and a collective of colleagues. Our commitment to these ethics is steadfast and this promise travels with us wherever we are in the world.

We look after our team with multiple rewards packages, competitive bonuses and year-round health and wellbeing programs, providing you with the tools to motivate and perform at your best.

If you’re passionate about competition, technology and teamwork, then working at MoneyGram Haas F1 Team could be the perfect fit for you. Motorsport is a dynamic and exciting industry that offers a wide range of opportunities for those who are willing to put in the hard work and dedication required to succeed. Working at MoneyGram Haas F1 Team is a highly rewarding experience, as you become a crucial member of a team that is constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible and striving for excellence in everything we do.

Join our team and make your passion your profession.

Notice

Due to the nature of the organisation, all employees of MoneyGram Haas F1 Team are required to be security cleared to National Security Vetting standards. If successful in your application, we would support you with the NSV process. As a guideline only, you would normally need to have been a UK resident for the last 5 consecutive years. Further confirmation can be found on the Civil Aviation Authority National Security Vetting (NSV) website https://www.caa.co.uk/Commercial-industry/Security/Vetting/National-security-vetting/

If you have not been a UK resident for the last 5 consecutive years, please be prepared to request an Overseas Criminal Records Check for these countries as you will be asked to provide this for referencing and security checks if you are successful. #J-18808-Ljbffr