Modelling & Simulation Engineer - Jaguar TCS Racing

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In 2010 Williams Grand Prix Engineering – the company behind the Williams F1 team – began diversifying its operations. The division that was established became WAE. Initially WAE provided innovative technology across a range of sectors, but demand for its services quickly increased and its focus sharpened. Soon the company established itself as a leader in electrification and energy storage. In 2022 WAE was acquired by Fortescue Metals Group (FMG), and in 2024 became Fortescue Zero.

Our roots are firmly fixed in motorsport, and so is our future. Our dedicated motorsport team currently provide the electrical systems for almost all the electric race series. We’re also the sole battery suppliers to the LMDh series. We apply the technical expertise we gain from this fast-moving world across all relevant electrification programmes.

Since 2013, we’ve helped our clients to achieve 98 Poles, 249 Podiums, 96 Wins, 9 Driver Championships & 8 Manufacturer Championships to date.

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Organisation
Fortescue Zero
Reference
VAC-4626
Location
Kidlington / UK
Salary / Benefits
Competitive
Contract Type

Modelling & Simulation Engineer

Location: Kidlington
Department: Jaguar TCS Racing

Job Type: Full time - 40 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent

 

ACCELERATE YOUR CAREER 

Jaguar TCS Racing is at the forefront of electric motorsport innovation, competing in the electrifying Formula E Championship. As part of the legendary Jaguar brand, our team is dedicated to pioneering advancements in electric vehicle technology, sustainability, and performance. With a rich heritage in racing and a commitment to pushing the boundaries of electric mobility, Jaguar TCS Racing combines passion, expertise, and cutting-edge technology to compete at the highest levels of motorsport.

 

An opportunity has arisen for a Modelling & Simulation Engineer to join the Jaguar TCS Racing department in a rapidly expanding and exciting work environment. 


 About the role

To develop and use our vehicle and energy management simulation tools in order to maximise performance.

 

What you will do

  • Develop advanced vehicle models across a range of software applications and languages in order to understand & improve our vehicle performance. 
  • Write in-house software applications to optimise our in-car energy management strategy.
  • Use the latest methods in Machine Learning to produce predictive models for vehicle systems.
  • Improve the performance and accuracy of existing models and algorithms.
  • Continually research simulation methods to ensure our models and algorithms are industry leading.
  • Work closely with race engineering & simulator departments to deliver accurate simulation results, both pre & in-race/test.
  • Support race and test events with analytical support & performance advice.
  • Pro-actively lead model correlation activities to improve simulation accuracy.

 

About you

  • Previous experience in industry and/or Academia in vehicle simulation and optimisation.
  • Strong degree in Engineering, Computer Science or Maths, minimum Masters level.
  • Proficiency and interest in computational methods and numerical analysis
  • Proficient with programming and analysis languages e.g. Matlab, Python, JavaScipt C++, C, & C#
  • Good familiarity with various optimisation theories, linear optimal control and mathematical solver types.
  • Experience with Simulink, Canopy & Simpack an advantage
  • Knowledge of Tyres, Vehicle Dynamics & Aerodynamics. Experience with performance control systems an advantage.

 

What is in it for you?

  • Fortescue Zero bonus scheme
  • Aviva Pension
  • Group Life Assurance
  • Group Income Protection
  • Electric Car Scheme
  • Health Cash Plan
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • 26 days holiday plus public holidays and the opportunity to purchase an additional 5 days per year
  • Childcare Benefits
  • Free on-site 24/7 gym access at HQ and discounted national memberships

 

Application Deadline:

The closing date for applications is 21st February 2025.

 

Additional Information

You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. At Fortescue Zero we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills. Fortescue Zero is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. If you have a disability, we are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments. You are welcome to apply no matter your age, disability, gender, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.

 

Please note, if you are applying for a role which involves having access to personal data, you will be subject to a background check. Where checks are unsatisfactory or incomplete and/or a failure to reveal information relating to convictions that you are required to identify as part of the background checks, could lead to withdrawal of an offer of employment.