Powertrain Integration Design Engineer Racing Performance

Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team; Brackley; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team in Brackley, UK is seeking an experienced Powertrain Integration Design Engineer to drive design projects from concept to end-use across gearbox, hydraulics, clutch, cooling, fuel, pneumatics and exhaust systems.

You will work with Build, Dyno, Test & Development, R&D, Systems, Controls, Vehicle Performance, Inspection and Quality to deliver robust, right-first-time solutions, balancing performance, reliability and cost with supplier teams and in-house manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Mechatronics, Physics or a related discipline
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles and the ability to apply first-principles thinking to complex design challenges
• Experience in Formula 1, another top-level motorsport category, or a similarly high-performance engineering environment
• Strong problem-solving ability, attention to detail and confidence working with complex, highly integrated systems
• Collaborative approach and the communication skills to work effectively across multiple technical departments
• The initiative to take ownership of projects and drive work forward independently
• Proactive mindset, adaptability and willingness to learn across different Powertrain specialisms
• The resilience and determination to deliver in a fast-paced, constantly evolving environment

Responsibilities

• Taking technical ownership of Powertrain design projects from early concept through to end of use
• Producing schemes, designs, models and manufacturing drawings for performance, reliability, upgrade and fault-fix programmes
• Working across key Powertrain Integration areas, including gearbox, hydraulics, clutch, PU cooling systems, fuel systems, pneumatics and exhaust systems
• Collaborating with departments such as Build, Dyno, Test & Development, R&D, Systems, Controls, Vehicle Performance, Inspection and Quality
• Applying engineering calculations and first-principles thinking to support robust, right-first-time design work
• Working closely with in-house manufacturing teams and external suppliers to balance performance, reliability, cost and delivery
• Supporting validation, prove-out and feedback loops from dyno testing, servicing, race events and car build activity
• Collaborating with Mercedes High Performance Powertrains to identify, measure and deliver the best overall car-level solutions
• Developing relationships with technical partners to push boundaries and unlock new capability
• Contributing to longer-term capability projects that improve reliability, efficiency and engineering performance

Skills

Powertrain design

First-principles thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Independent ownership

Adaptability

Gear and bearing design

Mechanical design

Hydraulic systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team in Brackley, UK is seeking an experienced Powertrain Integration Design Engineer to drive design projects from concept to end-use across gearbox, hydraulics, clutch, cooling, fuel, pneumatics and exhaust systems.

You will work with Build, Dyno, Test & Development, R&D, Systems, Controls, Vehicle Performance, Inspection and Quality to deliver robust, right-first-time solutions, balancing performance, reliability and cost with supplier teams and in-house manufacturing.