At a Glance
- Tasks: Join the Car Development Team and optimise vehicle control software using MATLAB.
- Company: Jaguar TCS Racing, a leader in electric motorsport innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hands-on experience, and potential for graduate roles.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive environment with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in electric racing while learning from industry experts.
- Qualifications: Pursuing a degree in relevant engineering fields; vehicle dynamics knowledge is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 38250 - 46750 £ per year.
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.
We operate a 12-month (September 2027 - August 2028) student placement programme within our Formula E Control Systems group. This is an exciting opportunity where you will work with highly skilled and experienced engineering professionals and graduates who you can learn and develop with - the more questions you ask the more you will gain from your experience. It is important to know that many of our industrial placements have been successful in obtaining graduate roles on completion of their degree.
To be eligible for an industrial placement within our Formula E Control Systems group you should be working towards a degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Mechatronics, Software or Motorsport Engineering. An understanding of vehicle dynamics would be advantageous.
What you will do:
- Working as an integral part of Car Development Team
- Developing control strategies using the MATLAB toolchain for both our on-car and off-car environments, DIL, HIL, to optimise the vehicle control software and realise quantifiable reductions in lap time over a race weekend.
- Developing new methodologies and test procedures to ensure we achieve and maintain a high level of code test coverage within our Vehicle Control Module, Inverter and Motor Control software.
- Testing of our hardware and control modules across a variety of test facilities.
- Preparation and support of systems on operational vehicles at test and race events.
Overall, you will contribute to make our car faster, more reliable and more efficient.
Our Commitment: You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. At Fortescue Zero we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences and skills. Fortescue Zero is an equal opportunity employer who values diversity and inclusion. If you have a disability, we are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments.
Salary / Benefits: Competitive
Industrial Placement (2027-2028) - Control Systems - Jaguar TCS Racing in Kidlington employer: PWR Performance Products Pty Ltd
Front Row Racing in Warrington is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation within the manufacturing team. Employees benefit from comprehensive training opportunities, particularly in advanced technologies like Haas CNC programming and 3D printing, ensuring continuous professional growth. With a focus on teamwork and efficient production flows, this role provides a meaningful chance to contribute to exciting projects in a supportive environment.
Contact Details:
PWR Performance Products Pty Ltd Recruitment Team
