Senior Performance & Controls Engineer - Jaguar TCS Racing in Kidlington

Jaguar TCS Racing is at the forefront of electric motorsport innovation, competing in the electrifying Formula E Championship. As part of the legendary Jaguar brand, our team is dedicated to pioneering advancements in electric vehicle technology, sustainability, and performance. With a rich heritage in racing and a commitment to pushing the boundaries of electric mobility, Jaguar TCS Racing combines passion, expertise, and cutting‑edge technology to compete at the highest levels of motorsport. An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Performance & Controls Engineer to join the Jaguar TCS Racing department in an exciting work environment.

About the role

This is a key position in a fast‑paced racing environment, with the purpose to enhance the vehicle dynamics and controls system performance of our race cars.

What you will do

• Work trackside and in the factory with the drivers & engineering team to maximise vehicle performance.
• Research, specify, implement & tune advanced braking, traction, differential, energy management and handling functions within the vehicles ECU.
• Work closely with the wider control engineering team, the FIA & common suppliers to build safety, legality, reliability & performance into the code.
• Attend DIL, Rig, Test and Race events as appropriate to monitor performance and suggest mechanical and/or control system changes to optimise the car.
• Build offline tools and models to assist with the analysis of vehicle performance.
• Perform pre & post‑event analyses of car performance covering all aspects, but with specific focus on vehicle dynamics and control systems.
• Document and communicate control system updates.
• Manage a small team of performance control engineers.

About you

• Previous performance & control systems engineering experience in advanced road car applications or world championship level motorsport (FE / F1 / WEC / WRC) – Minimum 7 Years.
• Strong Masters degree in mechanical, automotive or control related engineering discipline.
• Expert Matlab, Simulink & Stateflow user with experience of the MAT Tool chain.
• Advanced vehicle dynamics and tyres understanding.
• Understanding of dynamic simulation, control system theory, state estimation and advanced control techniques would be an advantage.
• Proficiency and interest in computational methods and numerical analysis.
• Experience with Canopy and programming in C an advantage.

Person Specification:

• Self‑motivated problem solver with a “Can do” attitude and high levels of initiative.
• Flexible approach to working hours with consideration of the time‑sensitive nature of motorsport.
• The role may require significant travel and/or Ops room support.
• Race & Test events will require working long hours over weekends.
• High level of attention to detail with the ability to work alone with a brief specification.
• Good communicator with a strong interest in motorsport.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Highest levels of professionalism and integrity.

What is in it for you?

Our UK benefits include:

• Group Life Assurance
• Group Income Protection
• Electric Car Scheme
• Health Cash Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Private Medical Insurance
• 26 days holiday plus public holidays and the opportunity to purchase an additional 5 days per year
• Childcare Benefits
• Free on‑site gym access and discounted national memberships

Fortescue celebrates individual strengths and team members are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. Our global workforce drives and promotes an inclusive culture, both within our organisation and throughout the communities we interact with. Diverse backgrounds include First Nations Peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ community, gender, neurodiverse, cultural diversity, all age groups, and those with an intersectional or multiple diverse characteristics. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.