Senior Powertrain Support Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading motorsport company is seeking a Senior Powertrain Support Engineer to oversee powertrain activities during tests. The role requires a strong technical background in engine engineering and previous motorsport experience. The ideal candidate will have a proactive approach and excellent team collaboration skills, working in an international dynamic environment.

Benefits

Secure and long-term employment

Market and performance-related remuneration

Training and career development

International and dynamic work environment

Qualifications

• M.Sc. or MEng with a technical engineering background in engine.
• Experience in motorsport environments such as WRC, F1.
• Fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and monitor powertrain activities during in-car tests.
• Prepare and achieve powertrain specific test plans.
• Liaise with event team and report on powertrain activities.

Skills

Technical engineering background

Engine calibration

Data analysis

Motorsport experience

Education

M.Sc. or MEng in Engineering

Tools

Engine Management Systems

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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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 seeking for a Senior Powertrain Support Engineer who will be responsible for overseeing and monitoring powertrain activities during in-car tests and events.

• Show responsibility for the powertrain management system strategies and calibration preparation prior to events and tests
• Responsibility of the powertrain specific test plan preparation and achievement during tests
• Monitor engine and gearbox data during tests and events (fire ups, roll-outs, tests,...)
• Responsible of powertrain reporting after tests and events, including testing results, calibration, problems
• Liaise with the rest of the event team, including engineers and drivers for all that is powertrain related
• Responsible of powertrain activities, engine mechanics job during events
• Be a source of proposals for technical problems solving and performance improvements within the Powertrain group
• Support dyno calibration activities when needed

Qualifications

• M.Sc. or MEng with a technical engineering background in engine
• Previous experience in the motorsport environment (WRC, Endurance, GT, F1,...)
• A good understanding of internal combustion race engine fundamentals
• Experience of engine calibration
• Fluent English is compulsory
• Knowledge of Engine Management Systems and data analysis (Marelli or equivalent)
• Flexible approach to working hours and tasks is essential
• Show you can be part of a team and create a motivating environment
• Self-motivation and an ability to manage & deliver tasks to meet established commitments

Our Offer

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