Development Engineer

2025 sees MoneyGram Haas F1 Team celebrate its tenth season in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship… we’re just getting started. We don’t follow the status quo, we’re here to challenge the competition, and we want you to join us.

 

The first American Formula 1 team to compete in the sport since 1986, MoneyGram Haas F1 Team made an immediate impression with a memorable points-scoring debut at the 2016 Australian Grand Prix. Nine years later, and the team continues to demonstrate growth and a clear direction with its future objectives – coming off the back of its second-best season to-date in Formula 1.

We’re a racing team – not a corporate machine. We have three HQs – Kannapolis in the US, Banbury in the UK and Maranello in Italy – each powered by passionate, loyal and hardworking team ambassadors. At MoneyGram Haas F1 Team – known within the paddock as the ‘family team’ – you’ll be involved in many different areas of the team, have much wider visibility across the business, and will be able to clearly see your contribution to our team.

 

Yes, you’ll learn from us, but we expect to learn from you too!

 

General Summary:

This position reports to the Head of Electronics or their designee; located in Banbury, UK. The position will involve collaboration on the ongoing development of hardware, software and software-based tools to support the analysis of our Standard Electronic Control Unit, (SECUx), covering the on-car control systems and car data acquisition system.  Also, this position is responsible to provide support for the general development and maintenance of toolsets and Hardware in the Loop, (HIL) test environment, to assist in the validation of on car software builds and off car performance analyses of data.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Promote teamwork and effective communications to develop working relationships between all personnel and departments.
• Support HIL hardware development and operation.
• Assist with the development of our trackside data analysis toolset.
• Contribute to the improvement of methodologies and processes within the Electronics, Controls & Systems Groups to ensure on-time delivery of high-quality tools and control system data analyses.
• Provide periodic support from our Race Support Room aiding the trackside engineers in extracting of the maximum performance from our race cars.
• Collaborate on the development of Hardware in the Loop models and test solutions for our SECU based embedded software.
• Follow all safety regulations in all venues.
• Other duties as assigned by the Head of Electronics or their designee.

 

 

Education and Work Experience:

• Further education including bachelor’s degree or equivalent, preferably with a focus on control systems engineering.
• A master’s degree in Control Systems Engineering would be desirable.
• 5 years of work experience, 2 of which preferably would be in a professional motorsports environment or similar industry.

 

Specialized Knowledge and Skills:

• Relevant experience in the use of Matlab/Simulink to develop complex models for embedded systems and simulation.
• Detailed knowledge of how to develop and tune PID control systems. Based upon specific models and criteria.
• Clear understanding of the operation and development of HIL test and development environments.
• Communication, ability to work under pressure, self-motivation, time management, conflict resolution, adaptability, willingness to learn.
• Capable of working in a team environment to a very high standard and a positive work attitude.
• A sympathetic approach to your work colleagues and an ability to integrate within a group environment.
• A can-do positive approach and a willingness to help others is essential.

 

Equipment and Applications:

• Knowledge of F1 SECU software architecture, (or similar environment), associated tools and data analysis.
• Competence in a high level computer programming languages such as C#, Python and Visual Basic highly desirable.

 

Work Environment Physical Demands:

An ability to work and prioritize within a high pressure, time sensitive environment while retaining a methodical approach is essential. The role may require some domestic & international travel and a willingness to work long and flexible hours including weekends.

 

This position may require lifting to 50 pounds, repeated bending, squatting and manual dexterity. Fast-paced work environment requiring heavy mental demands. Work environment includes machinery, race cars, 7-post and other rigs, grinding debris, and hazardous fluids. All employees must ensure compliance with the Company Health and Safety Policy, and all relevant other statutory Health and Safety legislation.

 

This job description may not detail some less major duties, nor cover duties of a similar nature, which may from time to time be reasonably required by the relevant manager.

At MoneyGram Haas F1 Team, we consider our employees our greatest asset. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive and grow. We value diversity and encourage our employees to bring their unique perspectives and experiences to the conversation. Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion are fundamental to who we are as a company and a collective of colleagues. Our commitment to these ethics is steadfast and this promise travels with us wherever we are in the world.

We look after our team with multiple rewards packages, competitive bonuses and year-round health and wellbeing programs, providing you with the tools to motivate and perform at your best. 

If you’re passionate about competition, technology and teamwork, then working at MoneyGram Haas F1 Team could be the perfect fit for you. Motorsport is a dynamic and exciting industry that offers a wide range of opportunities for those who are willing to put in the hard work and dedication required to succeed. Working at MoneyGram Haas F1 Team is a highly rewarding experience, as you become a crucial member of a team that is constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible and striving for excellence in everything we do.

Join our team and make your passion your profession.

 

Notice

Due to the nature of the organisation, all employees of MoneyGram Haas F1 Team are required to be security cleared to National Security Vetting standards. If successful in your application, we would support you with the NSV process. As a guideline only, you would normally need to have been a UK resident for the last 5 consecutive years.  Further confirmation can be found on the Civil Aviation Authority  National Security Vetting (NSV) website https://www.caa.co.uk/Commercial-industry/Security/Vetting/National-security-vetting/

If you have not been a UK resident for the last 5 consecutive years, please be prepared to request an Overseas Criminal Records Check for these countries as you will be asked to provide this for referencing and security checks if you are successful.