Once such area is the Thermofluids group, which focus on ICE performance. Within the Thermofluids group, the Performance Development team require placement engineers.
The placement will work as a Performance Development Engineer, who is responsible for generating and developing Power Unit performance ideas that lead to an on-circuit performance improvement. These performance improvements can come from many areas of development, such as increased power unit output, reduced heat rejection, improved driveability and better use of fuel/electrical energy budget.
As well as the creation of new ideas, the Performance Development Engineer is responsible for planning and running test programmes both in Single Cylinder and V6 dynos, analysing results and reporting learning and conclusions to the business.
In order to deliver top class results in a tight timeframe, the Performance Development engineer interacts with a number of departments such as Simulation, Product Engineering, Test, Engine Build, Programme Management, making teamwork a key factor in the role.
The placement within the Thermofluids group will last for 12 months. Subject to candidate aptitude & task availability, there may be the possibility to rotate within the Thermofluids team, moving to work alongside the simulation department. This opportunity to rotate will be reviewed during the placement.
What can we offer you?
We offer the opportunity to work in a state of the art Technology centre, being involved in exciting technological challenges alongside some of the world’s best engineers. You will get the opportunity to engineer solutions in world class facilities and, having been thoroughly proven at our Technology Centre you may be able to see your ideas raced in F1!
You will also have the opportunity to work towards chartered status with the IET, and will be assigned a personal mentor who will support you throughout.
Our benefits package includes:
- A salary of £30,000 p/a
- Collective bonus
- Company lease car scheme
- 36 days annual leave
- Access to a generous pension scheme
- Onsite Gym
- A variety of other benefits and staff discounts
What do we need from you?
- A curious, tenacious and driven individual with a hunger to work in a fast paced environment
- On track to achieve a 2.1 degree, or above, in a relevant Mechanical / Automotive / Mechatronics / Motorsport / Aeronautical or related degree e.g. Science or Maths
- A strong academic background in relevant A-Level, or equivalent disciplines, for example Maths or Sciences
- An excellent understanding of engineering first principles
- A clear interest and passion for internal combustion and driving performance in a high performance environment
- Practical, “hands-on” experience to complement your academic studies
- Excellent communication skills
- Self-motivation, adaptability and creativity
- The courage to challenge and desire to be challenged, to expand your technical knowledge and skills
