Control & Simulation Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Preston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Control & Simulation Engineer to join their dynamic team in Preston. This role involves assisting in the development and validation of control software and physical models for race cars, as well as maintaining HIL test systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in model-based controls, particularly with Matlab/Simulink, and experience in SIL/MIL/HIL testing. The company offers a secure and long-term employment relationship, competitive remuneration, and opportunities for training and career development in an international environment. If you are passionate about motorsport and innovative engineering solutions, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Secure and long-term employment

Market-related remuneration

Training and career development

Dynamic international environment

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in model development and testing.
• Strong knowledge of powertrain control systems.
• Fluent in English; German is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in control software and physical model development for race cars.
• Develop and maintain HIL test systems and automate test cases.
• Participate in specifying test cases based on system behavior models.

Skills

Model-based controls with Matlab/Simulink

Functional/physical model development

SIL/MIL/HIL testing

Engine Management Systems

Data analysis (Marelli or equivalent)

Debugging C codes

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Electrical/Electronic/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SimulinkRT

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Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

Based in Alzenau, near Frankfurt in Germany, Hyundai Motorsport GmbH is responsible for Hyundai’s global motorsport activities and primarily for its World Rally Championship program. We are currently looking for a Control & Simulation Engineer to join our team.

• Assist in control software/physical model development and validation for a race car.
• Development and maintenance of HIL test system - Software & Calibration.
• Automation of test cases on the HIL system.
• Assist in HIL application and testing of control software and hardware.
• Participate in specifying test cases based on requirements, system behaviour models, and robustness analysis.
• Developing innovative solutions in the field of model-based development for a hybrid/alternate propulsion powertrain.
• Version management and documentation of the results and models.

Qualifications

• Min. Master's degree or equivalent in Electrical/Electronic/Mechanical Engineering.
• At least 3 years of previous experience in functional-/physical model development, SIL/MIL/HIL testing, and application.
• Good understanding of a car and powertrain (ICE and hybrid) control.
• Strong knowledge of model-based controls with Matlab/Simulink, Engine Management Systems, and data analysis (Marelli or equivalent).
• Good understanding of debugging C codes.
• HIL automatic testing with SimulinkRT (or similar).
• Experience from motorsport is considered an advantage.
• Excellent communication skills, fluent English is compulsory, German speaking is a plus.
• Flexible approach to working hours and tasks is essential.
• Motivation and ability to manage and deliver tasks to meet established commitments.
• Ability to work as part of a team and create a motivating environment.

Our offer

• Secure and long-term employment relationship.
• Market and performance-related remuneration.
• Training and career development.
• Working in an international and dynamic environment.