Simulation & Vehicle Modelling Engineer

Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team; Silverstone; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading motorsport organization seeks a Senior Simulator Development Engineer to enhance driver-in-the-loop simulation capabilities. You will develop models and algorithms to support vehicle engineering decisions, working closely with multi-disciplinary teams. Essential qualifications include a degree in a relevant engineering field and strong problem-solving skills. This position offers a competitive package, growth opportunities, and access to state-of-the-art facilities, promoting both professional and personal development.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus scheme

Private healthcare

Pension plan

On-site gym access

Childcare benefits

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Excellent degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or Data Science.
• Strong problem-solving, mathematical, and analytical skills.
• Solid understanding of numerical methods, optimisation, and control theory.
• Experience working effectively in cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Support ongoing development of DIL simulators.
• Create and maintain vehicle models for real-time simulator.
• Develop simulation and control algorithms.
• Collaborate across departments.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Numerical methods

Simulation algorithms

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or Data Science

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

C/C++

Python

ATLAS

DSPACE

DYMOLA

Job description

Senior Simulator Development Engineer

Application Deadline: 9 January 2026

Department: Simulation & Vehicle Modelling

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Silverstone

Reporting To: Ivan Fernandez-Colunga

Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Simulator Development Engineer to join our Simulator Development Team within the Performance Simulation and Modelling Group.

This role sits at the heart of our performance ambition. You’ll play a key part in the development, evolution, and operation of our state‑of‑the‑art Driver‑in‑the‑Loop (DIL) simulator, directly supporting vehicle development and contributing to our long‑term objective of becoming an FIA Constructors’ Championship‑winning team.

Working closely with Vehicle Model Development, Vehicle Performance, Software, Controls, Race Engineering, and Aerodynamics, this is a highly collaborative role combining deep technical expertise with real‑world performance impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the ongoing development and operation of the team’s DIL simulators, including recently commissioned and future platforms.
• Create, develop, integrate, and maintain vehicle, system, and environment models for real‑time simulator use.
• Apply model correlation techniques to identify and resolve simulator fidelity issues.
• Develop new simulation, control, and motion cueing algorithms to enhance simulator capability and realism.
• Work on real‑time and Hardware‑in‑the‑Loop (HIL) simulation solutions.
• Support simulator track library development, including LiDAR data processing and graphics integration.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of tools for setup, diagnostics, data display, simulation, and analysis.
• Specify and support physical testing of simulator‑related hardware and control systems.
• Collaborate proactively across departments, contributing effectively to meetings and technical reviews.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of vehicle dynamics, simulator technologies, and industry best practice.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Essential

• Excellent degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Data Science, or a related discipline.
• Strong problem‑solving, mathematical, and analytical skills.
• Solid understanding of numerical methods, optimisation, and control theory.
• Ability to devise and implement simulation tools and algorithms to support high‑level engineering decision‑making.
• Experience working effectively in cross‑functional teams, with minimal supervision.
• Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly, concisely, and professionally, often to tight deadlines.
• Calm, confident approach under pressure with a strong results‑driven mindset.

Desirable

• Postgraduate qualification (Master’s or PhD).
• Experience in high‑level motorsport, ideally Formula 1.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle dynamics and performance simulation, with practical application.
• Coding experience in MATLAB/Simulink, C/C++, and other languages such as Python or C#.
• Experience with motion cueing algorithms, motion perception, and control loading systems.
• Familiarity with real‑time systems and HIL simulators.
• Experience with simulator systems including LiDAR processing, graphics, and projection hardware/software.
• Modelling experience across mechanical, hydraulic, thermal, or electrical systems, including correlation techniques.
• Experience with tools such as ATLAS, DSPACE, DYMOLA, SystemMonitor/TAG SECU, Jira, Git, Bitbucket.
• Exposure to tyre modelling, autonomous racing systems, or advanced control techniques.

Benefits

Investing in your career is paramount. We promote professional and personal development through a provision of learning opportunities and work with you to shape your career and realise your full potential.

As part of our high‑performing, collaborative team, you'll enjoy a competitive package, including a discretionary bonus scheme, private healthcare, pension plan, life assurance, TEDSgroup childcare benefits, a cycle‑to‑work scheme, tech scheme, and car scheme.

You will also have access to our state‑of‑the‑art facilities at the AMR Technology Campus, featuring a new on‑site gym with fitness, spin and yoga classes, a bistro café, and restaurant.