Simulator Development 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 Simulator Development Team Leader and is located in Banbury (UK). Responsible for the implementation of our vehicle model onto a DIL simulator for the Formula One team, this position is heavily involved with the development of simulator specific software, involving Haas in-house developed symbolic language and will work closely with internal specialist teams and technology partners collaborate to enhance vehicle performance through data-driven analysis, simulation, and engineering innovation.

General Responsibilities:

• Promote teamwork and effective communications to develop working relationships between all personnel, departments and technology partners.
• Assume any responsibilities and duties delegated by the Simulator Development Team Leader or their designee.
• Work to a consistently high standard in time sensitive situations.
• Adhere to all engineering and wider business processes.
• Follow all safety regulations in all venues.
• Other duties as assigned by the Simulator Development Team Leader or their designee.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up and run simulator sessions for race drivers, test drivers and performance systems engineers.
• Day-to-day maintenance & servicing of the simulation platform & facility.
• Monitor real-time data and ensure accurate simulation of vehicle dynamics and track conditions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during sessions.
• Continuous development of the simulation software environment to improve operational procedures and vehicle correlation.
• Integration of vehicle models for real-time running in the simulator.
• Define and develop the necessary modifications to allow a simulator implementation of the Haas vehicle model (chassis, tyre and powertrain).
• Adopt the in-house developed symbolic language for any modelling work.
• Ensure the correct functionality of models I/Os and their interaction with the DIL hardware platform.
• Develop an off-line real-time environment to test the whole vehicle model or some of its subsystems.
• Helping to solve numerical or stability issues when the model is running in the real-time environment in the early stages.

Education and Work Experience:

• Minimum BSc in any STEM subject but preferably qualified to postgraduate level with substantial experience in applied mathematics or engineering activities.
• Previous experience in a DIL simulator hardware/software environment in a development capacity within a motorsport, high-level automotive or aerospace environment.

Specialized Knowledge and Skills:

Essential:

• Modelling mechanical/hydraulic/thermal/electrical systems for dynamic simulations in a suitable programming language.
• Expert in at least 2 of the following languages: C++, Python, MATLAB, Modelica, C#.
• Hardware-in-the-loop and real time systems experience (E.g. Concurrent, dSPACE or Speed Goat).
• A practical, pragmatic engineer, with strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to plan and organize project activities with other team members to meet a deadline.
• A can-do positive approach and a willingness to help others including mentoring junior members of the group.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of race engineering workflows and performance analysis.
• Motion cueing and vestibular system modelling knowledge.
• Knowledge of integration of SECU code for DIL applications.
• Graphics rendering experience with rFpro.

Equipment and Applications:

• Computing languages: C++, Python, MATLAB and/or Modelica based programs.
• Programming for Windows and Linux (Ubuntu / RedHawk).
• Visual Studio, Source Control (Git), Azure DevOps.
• Microsoft Office products.
• High-level knowledge of an object-oriented simulation code base, such as C# or C/C++.

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 occasional domestic & 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 sustain

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.

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

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.