Vehicle Dynamics 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-4630
Location
Kidlington / UK
Salary / Benefits
Competitive
Contract Type

Vehicle Dynamics 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 Vehicle Dynamics Engineer to join the Jaguar TCS Racing department in a rapidly expanding and exciting work environment. 


 About the role

Responsible for vehicle dynamics performance & development on current and future vehicles, in both the physical and virtual worlds.

 

What you will do

  • Organise, lead, perform and report on vehicle dynamics related rig tests such as K&C, 7-Post and wind tunnel tests.
  • Develop and use state-of-the-art simulation models to define suspension hardpoints, springs, ARB’s, loadcases and compliance targets. Be the knowledge centre for vehicle dynamics attributes.
  • Pre-event & In-event analysis with regards to vehicle dynamics performance at DIL, test & race events.
  • Identify opportunities for innovative vehicle dynamics development and support tests in the DIL or at events.
  • Competitor analysis of tyre & vehicle dynamics performance.
  • Provide guidance and input on other performance factors that influence the vehicle dynamics behaviour such as control systems, tyres, aerodynamics & design.
  • Ownership and reporting of vehicle dynamics related metrics in-car and post-event.
  • Advise control engineers on functions that have an on-track performance effect. This may include some high-level function design.
  • Support other engineers with the development of data, analysis and simulation environments.
  • Help mechanics and engineers with information to effectively build & setup the car.

 

About you

  • Good Masters level degree in Mechanical, Automotive or similar engineering subject.
  • A good level of theoretical & practical vehicle dynamics knowledge.
  • Trackside experience in a high-level motorsport series would be beneficial, as would personal racing experience.
  • Experience of Vehicle dynamics modelling (Matlab / Simulink / SimPack / Dymola, Adams etc).
  • Experience of programming & analysis using Matlab, Python or C would be beneficial
  • Proficient with data analysis tools such as ATLAS / Pi ToolBox / Wintax or equivalent
  • 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.