Senior Powertrain Support Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading company in motorsport is seeking a Senior Powertrain Support Engineer based in Wakefield. The role involves overseeing powertrain management during tests and events, requiring a technical engineering background with prior motorsport experience. An opportunity for a secure, long-term career with development in a dynamic environment awaits.

Benefits

Secure and long-term employment

Market-related remuneration

Training and career development

International work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in motorsport environment (WRC, F1, GT).
• Fluent English is compulsory.
• Good understanding of internal combustion race engine fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Oversee powertrain activities during tests and events.
• Prepare powertrain management system strategies.
• Monitor engine and gearbox data during tests.

Skills

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Problem-solving

Education

M.Sc. or MEng in Engineering

Tools

Engine Management Systems

Data Analysis

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wakefield, United Kingdom

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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