Senior Simulation Development Engineer

Williams Racing; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Williams Racing is seeking a Senior Simulation Development Engineer to propel their Formula 1 car's performance through innovative simulations and tools. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in vehicle dynamics, coding in C/C++, and a strong educational background in engineering or mathematics. This pivotal role involves creating simulations that directly influence design and performance decisions on the track.

Qualifications

• Strong technical foundation ideally with a degree in Mathematics, Engineering or related field.
• Experience in object-oriented modelling (Modelica) and coding in C/C++.
• Familiarity with FMI/FMU and vehicle dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of in-house vehicle model library.
• Design and evolve simulation tools for performance optimisation.
• Create simulations and models for on-track applications.

Skills

Object-oriented modelling

Coding in C/C++

Numerical algorithms

Optimisation techniques

Vehicle dynamics

Python

MATLAB/Simulink

Education

Degree in Mathematics, Engineering or related field

Job description

Company Description

For almost 50 years, Williams Racing has been at the forefront of one of the fastest sports on the planet, being one of the top three most successful teams in history competing in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship. With an almost unrivalled heritage of engineering and racing F1 cars and unforgettable eras that demonstrate it is a force to be reckoned with, the British squad boasts 16 F1 World Championship titles to its name.

Since its foundation in 1977 by the eminent, late Sir Frank Williams and engineering pioneer Sir Patrick Head, the team has won nine Constructors' Championships, in association with Cosworth, Honda and Renault. Its roll call of drivers is legendary, with its seven Drivers' Championship trophies being lifted by true icons of the sport: Alan Jones, Keke Rosberg, Nelson Piquet, Nigel Mansell, Alain Prost, Damon Hill and Jacques Villeneuve. The team has made history before and is out to make it again with a long-term mission to evolve and return to the front of the grid.

Job Description

At Williams Racing, we're building the next chapter of our story. It's powered by smart technology, bold innovation, and incredible people.

We're on the lookout for a Senior Simulation Development Engineer who's passionate about vehicle dynamics, thrives on solving complex problems, and wants to help shape the tools that drive our Formula 1 car forward.

This role is about more than writing code - it's about creating the simulations and models that underpin everything we do on track. You'll lead the development of our in-house vehicle model library, ensuring our tools are accurate, efficient, and easy to use across the team. You'll also design and evolve simulation tools that help us understand and optimise performance, including lap time simulations and ride dynamics. Your work will directly influence our design and development decisions, helping us to push performance boundaries on and off the track.

We're looking for someone with a strong technical foundation - ideally a degree in Mathematics, Engineering or a related field - and experience in object-oriented modelling (such as Modelica) and coding in C/C++. You'll be someone who can combine their knowledge of numerical algorithms and optimisation techniques with their experience developing models of physical systems to solve complex engineering problems.

You'll also be familiar with standards like FMI/FMU and have a solid understanding of vehicle dynamics, numerical methods, and algorithm development. Experience with Python, MATLAB/Simulink, or cross-platform development is a bonus.

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!

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Atlassian Williams Racing is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments.