Senior Associate, PU Performance Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Woking; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering racing team dedicated to high performance and innovation in motorsport. As a Senior Associate PU Performance Engineer, you will play a crucial role in optimizing vehicle performance for the upcoming season. Collaborating with various teams, you will analyze and develop strategies that enhance performance on the track. This role offers the opportunity to work under pressure in a dynamic environment, contributing to the legacy of a renowned racing team. With state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this is your chance to make a significant impact in the world of motorsport.

Benefits

Private Healthcare

Car Schemes

Life Insurance

Pension Contributions

Gym Access

Restaurant Facilities

Outdoor Areas

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Proven experience in a PU performance role in high-level Motorsport.
• Strong analytical skills with a data-driven approach.

Responsibilities

• Create and exploit PU models to maximize performance for the 2026 season.
• Support vehicle performance optimization through setup and new concepts.
• Conduct pre-event PU simulations for robust control strategies.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Data-Driven Approach

Programming (Python, C++, MATLAB/Simulink)

Collaboration

Performance Optimization

Education

Master's Degree in Engineering

Tools

McLaren Applied Toolset

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Senior Associate, PU Performance Engineer, Woking

Location: Woking, United Kingdom

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EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

At McLaren, our mission is to set the standard for high performance in sport. Everyone in the team has a role to play. If you want to test your ideas with the world watching, measure your progress in milliseconds, and play your part in racing history, you belong here. High performance starts with you.

Purpose of the Role

Create, correlate, and exploit our PU models to maximize performance for the 2026 season and new regulations, collaborating with our power unit partner and internal teams across Performance, Control Systems, Vehicle Design, and Race Engineering. Support vehicle performance optimization through setup and developing new concepts. Support events as part of the Mission Control team monitoring vehicle performance in real time.

Principal Accountabilities

• Identify opportunities to improve car performance through high fidelity MRL PU models and integration with HPP PU toolchain.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Conduct pre-event PU simulations to identify robust control strategies across various conditions.
• Support race events through live analysis to optimize PU exploitation.
• Produce quality analysis suitable for audiences within challenging timeframes.
• Develop tools to enhance performance analysis.

Role Dimensions

This role is within Vehicle Performance, Performance Analysis Group. It requires weekend work supporting F1 race events, based in the UK. The role reports to the Head of Performance Analysis within Vehicle Performance.

Job Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Master’s degree or higher in a relevant engineering discipline or equivalent.
• Strong analytical skills with a data-driven approach.
• Proven experience in a PU performance role in high-level Motorsport.
• Deep understanding of vehicle systems interaction affecting performance.
• Experience in track/race/simulator environments.
• Proficiency in programming languages like Python, C++, or MATLAB/Simulink.
• Experience with McLaren Applied toolset (advantageous).

Personal Attributes

• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Motivation to drive performance through analysis and simulation.
• Excellent communication skills.
• High attention to detail and unbiased approach.
• Team player with a positive attitude.
• Ability to collaborate across functions and adapt to workload demands.
• Willingness to stay updated with technological advancements.

What McLaren can offer?

We aim to be the most pioneering racing team, setting high standards in sport. We promote diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our facilities at the McLaren Technology Centre include a gym, restaurant, and outdoor areas. Benefits include private healthcare, car schemes, life insurance, and pension contributions.