Engineering Trainee - Sub System Confirmation in Brixworth

The purpose of the role is to build a foundational understanding of the F1 powertrain sub systems, a crucial first step in the career path to working trackside. Be responsible for analysing data generated during testing of subcomponents of an F1 powertrain, use this data to assess their health and performance, generate and distribute reports of these findings to the wider business. Produce and develop the documentation required for running an F1 powertrain. Proactively drive the improvement and evolution of the software used for testing.

Suitable candidates will be interested in:

• Performing critical review of data.
• Conducting in-depth scrutiny under time pressure.

Hold these qualifications:

• Degree with 2:1 classification or above in a relevant subject (e.g. Data Science, Engineering, Physics, Aerospace, Software etc.).

Have these qualities:

• Proactive and engaging.
• Detail orientated.
• Determined, committed and decisive.

Success in this role will be if you:

• Support and develop the sub systems hardware tests and data review to ensure that there are no failures at track.
• Improve efficiency through updating of software tools and process.
• Interact closely with Product Engineering, Build and Programme Management to report directly to the Chief Engineer on the condition and suitability of the hardware and PU’s for their allocated usage.
• Challenge and assist Product Engineering during failure investigation processes.

What we will offer in return:

• On the job training learning about the details of F1 power units and sub systems.
• Satisfaction of seeing products that you’ve personally signed off competing in races.
• Joining a close knit, enthusiastic and highly supportive Team.

Our benefits package includes:

• A salary of £33,000 p/a.
• Collective bonus.
• 36 days annual leave.
• Access to a generous pension scheme.
• Onsite Gym.
• A variety of other benefits and staff discounts.

The application process:

• Submit your online application and CV. Within this we would like to learn as much about you as possible. Tell us about your hobbies and passions; related and unrelated to the scheme or degree you are studying as this will help you stand out against candidates that may have the same qualifications and grades as you. Please remember to list the grades you have achieved against the respective qualifications, employment and project experience.
• As part of our Diversity and Inclusion policy please do not put a photo of yourself on your CV.
• Your application will be screened by HR and the hiring manager.
• If successful you will be invited to attend an interview onsite at our factory.
• If successful your scheme will start 31st August 2026.

We recognise that the ideal candidate for this role may not meet every requirement in this advert and understand that some applicants are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Here at Mercedes AMG HPP our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring are critical to our success. HPP does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or group or class protected by any local law and we encourage applications from any background.

During your application process we are committed to providing additional support where it may be needed. If you need additional financial support to help attend Assessment Centres and Interviews you can apply to be considered to receive our Interview Travel Bursary which will provide full reimbursement for any travel expenses incurred. At the point of a successful invitation to interview please raise this with your Recruitment contact at HPP.

Please note, due to the volume of applications we receive, there may be periods of time during the process where you don’t hear anything from us. Don’t worry! We will advise you of the outcome of your application regardless of the result so please bear with us. Please be advised that we are unable to provide detailed feedback to applicants, apologies for any inconvenience.