DIL Test Engineer – Motorsports Simulator Lead

Paddock; Grove; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Williams F1 Team is seeking a DIL Test Engineer to own operation, maintenance, and execution of the full-motion simulator for non-F1 activities, including Driver Academy and Heritage experiences.

You’ll plan and deliver sessions, configure vehicle/track models, set up hardware/software, and lead sessions on the day while maintaining the facility and calendar with a proactive approach.

Qualifications

• Experience operating simulation, real-time control, or complex facilities.
• Hands-on mechanical and electrical repair and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with motion platforms and simulation software is a bonus.
• Strong data acquisition and telemetry knowledge.
• Methodical session planning, configuration, and data management.
• High standards of documentation across maintenance and issues.
• Proactive problem-solver with clear communication.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain William s F1 Team's full-motion DIL simulator for non-F1 activity.
• Plan and run simulator sessions end-to-end, configuring models and setups.
• Maintain the facility with a proactive maintenance schedule to minimise downtime.
• Balance simulator calendar against competing demands and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with drivers, engineers, and commercial partners on sessions.

Skills

Simulation operation

Real-time control

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Motion platforms

Telemetry

Session planning

Data management

Documentation

Communication

Tools

rfpro

TwinCAT Beckhoff

Job description

Williams F1 Team is seeking a DIL Test Engineer to own operation, maintenance, and execution of the full-motion simulator for non-F1 activities, including Driver Academy and Heritage experiences.

You’ll plan and deliver sessions, configure vehicle/track models, set up hardware/software, and lead sessions on the day while maintaining the facility and calendar with a proactive approach.