WGPT - Senior Control Systems Engineer – HV Systems in Grove

The Company: Williams Grand Prix Technologies help solve our customers’ engineering challenges using world-leading capabilities in the areas of platform dynamics, advanced materials, simulation, testing, high performance computing, data analytics, artificial intelligence and machine learning. Operating across a wide spectrum of sectors, from aerospace and premium automotive to sport and lifestyle, we deliver a unique and world-class offering that draws on an unrivalled and trusted pedigree, earned at the forefront of motorsport engineering and diversified advanced engineering excellence. Our team operates from our headquarters in Grove, UK. By combining exceptional talent with unique engineering assets, we tackle our clients’ most complex challenges with the agility and precision that our motorsport heritage demands.

The Position: The chosen candidate will perform a pivotal role in electrification projects within Williams Grand Prix Technologies. By employing methodologies and expertise from motorsport and Formula 1, WGPT presents a unique opportunity to work with ground-breaking technologies in several areas including Aerospace, Motorsport, Marine, Industrial and Off Highway. Key to our DNA is to supplement our experience and capability with an inquisitive and challenging attitude which will constantly question the norm and seek enhancement and benefits for our customers. This role will bring significant experience in battery system supervisory control, certification, and integration with a keen focus on safe operation, pack management, and interfacing with external systems. Experience in serial communications, data acquisition, and storage will also be critical.

Responsibilities:

• Owning the development, testing and release of safety critical software adhering to appropriate industrial standards and customer requirements.
• Responsible for the definition and implementation of power distribution, switching, and HV control strategies.
• Ownership, design, and execution of the software verification and validation plan to ensure that all requirements are met.
• Lead the integration and delivery of high-quality software into a variety of embedded systems, supporting commissioning activities where required.
• The management of external interfaces and integration of systems at both software and hardware levels.
• Data acquisition, handling, transmittal, and storage.
• Author appropriate control system documentation and support the creation of hazard analysis and DFMEA for components and systems as required.
• Support the programme team with project and technical reviews so that project milestones are successfully progressed.
• Represent WGPT in customer and supplier interactions.
• Demonstrable experience within the field of supervisory control and battery management systems for HV battery systems through all parts of the design lifecycle.
• Proven experience of successfully delivering supervisory control software to appropriate industry standards and certification and integrating with external systems.
• Expertise in communication protocols (e.g. CAN), data acquisition and supervisory control strategies.
• A strong understanding of electrical integration (including contactor switching strategies, fusing, thermal management) will be required to excel at this role.
• Highly experienced developing model-based control software in MATLAB and Simulink.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities, with a focus on driving innovation within high-performance applications.
• Team player, able to work effectively at all levels of an organisation with the ability to influence others to move toward alignment.
• Able to work autonomously, driving decision and influencing change in a dynamic ‘start up’ environment.
• Demonstrated ability to multitask, prioritise competing demands and drive results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to adapt to changes quickly, capable to pivot and focus on competing initiatives, as well as manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electrical, Computer Science, Control engineering, or a related field.
• Familiarity with state-of-the-art supervisory control concepts and battery management strategies.
• Knowledge of safety and certification standards associated with multiple industries (e.g. ISO 26262, IEC 61508, IEC 62619, DO-178C).
• Working knowledge of version control tools (e.g. GIT), CI/CD toolchains, and best practices for software development.
• Experience developing HMI panels for battery systems.
• Proficient in the development and use of MIL/SIL/HIL testing.
• Experience working in a variety of high-performance markets and industries; such as motorsports, automotive, aerospace, or other dynamic environments.

Benefits & Perks:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Private medical and dental insurance through Bupa UK
• Extra Support: Access to a Health Cash Scheme for everyday healthcare needs
• Pension Scheme: A generous 9% non-contributory pension scheme
• Various wellbeing and lifestyle benefits: Gym memberships through Gymflex & Wellhub, backup care, fertility and family planning benefits and more.
• Various Loan Schemes: Cycle to Work, Cycle Scheme, Technology Loans, Season Ticket Loans and more.
• Risk Benefits: Life Assurance & Income Protection
• Annual Leave & Holidays: 27 days of holiday plus all UK bank holidays.

It is impossible to list every requirement for, or responsibility of, any position. Similarly, we cannot identify all the skills a position may require since job responsibilities and the Company’s needs may change over time. Therefore, the above job description is not comprehensive or exhaustive. The Company reserves the right to adjust, add to or eliminate any aspect of the above description. The Company also retains the right to require all employees to undertake additional or different job responsibilities when necessary to meet business needs.

Williams Grand Prix Technologies is based across 2 sites, Bee House, Milton Park, Didcot and the Atlassian Williams Racing Campus in a multi acre complex located in Grove, Oxfordshire. At Williams Grand Prix Technologies, you will be part of a pioneering team at the forefront of engineering innovation. You'll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects across various industries, making a global impact. We offer a collaborative and dynamic work environment where your skills and creativity will be valued and encouraged.

Please note WGPT falls under the NorthMark Strategies Group umbrella. Williams / NMS is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments. We invite you to apply and join the team!