Overview
In this 12‑month Industrial Placement, you contribute to the Systems Simulation team, shaping how we model and optimise car subsystems. You’ll perform hydraulics, cooling, brakes and multi‑body simulations that feed real design decisions, accelerating development and improving reliability. You work with cross‑functional teams to understand and improve components, gaining hands‑on engineering experience in a high‑performance environment. This is a unique chance to apply first‑principles thinking to cutting‑edge F1 innovation.
Pay / Benefits
- competitive benefits
- exclusive events
- subsidised dining
- special car schemes
- 24/7 gym access with fitness classes
Responsibilities
- Support simulation of car systems including hydraulics, cooling, brakes and multi‑body mechanical components
- Support testing of car systems including hydraulics, cooling, brakes and multi‑body mechanical components
- Analyse existing components to build understanding and inform design improvements
- Run functional and performance calculations that support your simulations
- Work with design, vehicle science, electronics and production teams, drawing on teamwork to keep the design process moving
Key requirements
- Studying towards a degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Aerospace, Marine or a related engineering discipline
- Some knowledge of MATLAB or Python and Simulink, Dymola, or other 1D simulation software is useful, but full training is provided
- Strong problem solving skills and an innovative engineering mindset
- teamwork
- problem solving
- innovative mindset
- MATLAB
- Python
- Simulink
Systems Simulation Industrial Placement in Grove employer: Williams Racing
At Williams F1 Racing Team, we pride ourselves on being a leading employer in the high-octane world of motorsport, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration. Our Grove-based factory is not just a workplace; it's a hub for passionate individuals who thrive on pushing the boundaries of engineering excellence. With a commitment to employee growth and a culture that values diversity and inclusion, we provide our team members with unique opportunities to develop their skills while contributing to our mission of returning to the front of the grid.
