Motorsports Electronics Systems Engineer

In this role you will work on the latest Ford Racing motorsports programs supporting both in development and actively racing sportscar, off-road and high performance demonstrator projects. 

• Design and implement data acquisition and control systems for motorsports applications, including system layout, sensor integration, wire harness design, and data logging
• Provide trackside support during testing and race events, troubleshooting system issues and analyzing real-time data
• Collaborate with engineers and technicians to integrate data systems with vehicle electronics and powertrain components
• Document system designs, configurations, and operating procedures
• Support prototype and production vehicle builds as needed
• Interface with Ford Racing Motorsports partners and customers
• MATLAB Simulink based vehicle controls development including, but not limited to:
• Power Distribution
• Steering Wheel/Driver Controls
• Brake Controls
• Diagnostics and Failure Mode Handling
• Driver display development (Steering wheel, Digital Display, etc…)

Essential Experience/Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or an equivalent technical degree.
• 2+ years of experience in automotive powertrain controls development
• Must hold or be eligible for a passport.  International and Domestic travel may be required

Preferred Experience/Qualifications

• Experience using Bosch Motorsport, Motec, Cosworth and Mclaren Hardware and Software
• Professional motorsport experience (IMSA, WEC, F1, WRC, NASCAR, Indycar, W2RC)
• Formula SAE experience very highly preferred
• Preferred candidate has experience using CAN tools to collect and analyze vehicle communication data, and the ability to create, read, and modify CAN drivers and CAN message database.
• Proficiency with MATLAB & Simulink
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex dynamic systems and design control algorithms to meet performance targets
• Strong overall knowledge of vehicle and powertrain functions
• Proficiency in C#, Python, MATLAB, VBA, or an equivalent programming language
• Possess a competitive spirt, can-do attitude, and interest in professional and amateur Motorsports at a technical level
• Strong team player, ability to work with multiple suppliers, and willingness to work in a fast-paced environment with high responsibility
• Detail oriented self-starter and problem solver

The Company is committed to diversity and equality of opportunity for all and is opposed to any form of less favorable treatment or harassment on the grounds of race, religion or belief, sex, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or disability.

As part of our pre-employment checks process, successful candidates will be required to undergo a criminal record check. This will be conducted in line with the 
Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and applied only to unspent convictions.

This position is based in Oxford and it is expected the successful candidate will be able to attend the Oxford Site for typically 4 days a week and remain flexible on the days they are required to attend the office according to business requirements.