Controls Performance Engineer

We can currently only consider applications from candidates based in Europe or the USA.

This position is remote, hybrid, or in-office, depending on the project. Regular travel to the race track is required.

Primary functions:

• Calibration, monitoring and control of off car systems both in garage and on grid
• Handling of performance/controls calibration and being responsible for the consistent documentation thereof
• Responsible for downloading all car data and the management of this data
• Responsible for the general car health status of all electric and electronic systems
• Responsible for telemetry data management
• Assisting in reports detailing faults and problems encountered
• Responsible for simulator and rig calibration and data download

Secondary functions:

• Support the development of embedded systems and procedures to ensure vehicles remain on the leading edge of performance while operating in a safe and efficient manner across a range of test and track facilities
• Preparation of test harnesses to support test requirements

Key Skills:

• Experienced in working around and on high voltage electric vehicles systems
• Proficient in the configuration and debugging of CAN based vehicle networks
• Experienced in the programming, configuration and operation of Vehicle Control Modules and Sensors
• Knowledge of MATLAB Simulink and Stateflow for the purpose of debugging and testing embedded systems
• Ability to follow test and race procedures and report the results in an accurate and timely manner
• Proficient in the use of MATLAB/Python and ATLAS for the purpose of test data analysis
• Basic knowledge of CAN diagnostic tools is a plus (CANalyzer, PCAN)
• Building and field repair of basic electrical wiring harnesses and being familiar with motorsport wiring harness standards
• Fault diagnosis and reporting

Experience & Qualifications:

• An engineering degree from a leading university or similar qualification is essential, but your skills, experience, ability to learn, energy and attitude are most important
• Thorough knowledge of control systems in top level motorsport or aerospace
• +3 years experience in high-level motorsport (Formula E, WEC, F1 or similar) or a strong automotive background
• Conversant with engineering software, calibration & data analysis tools
• Ability to interpret source code functionality developed in graphical & text-based languages
• Excellent communicative and collaborative skills
• Ability to maintain high standards & attention to detail whilst being able to work with limited supervision and to tight deadlines
• Proficiency in all core Microsoft Office applications
• Self-motivation and the ability to complete tasks with minimal guidance, and to work under pressure to meet critical deadlines
• A creative and proactive approach to problem-solving, along with good attention to detail
• Flexible attitude to working hours
• To follow and actively enforce the company's health and Safety and HV policies

• Be part of a young and dynamic like-minded team
• Flexible lifestyle turning your hobby into your job
• Travel the world and work with well-known and renowed racing teams
• work in various projects with the security of a permanent contract
• we offering competitive market value packages and employment with opportunities to work in all forms of motorsport without complexities

RACEON ARE YOUR TRACKSIDE SPECIALISTS

ensuring peak performance is delivered where it counts the most - on race day.

Our engineers are highly specialised and motivated by success. They are coming from various fields of motorsport and are all high level candidates that can make the difference.

We are available as talented individuals or as a consolidated group who are able to deliver at peak performance due to our understanding of each individual team members strengths.