Graduate Electronic Controls & Systems Engineer Grove 2023

Williams’ core competencies are the design and development of racing cars to compete in the Formula One World Championship. As one of the world's leading Formula One teams, the company has secured 16 FIA Formula One World Championship titles since its foundation in 1977 and is now moving into an exciting era under new ownership defined by relentless innovation and living sustainable performance in every dimension.

The role

We are looking for an enthusiastic graduate who is keen to join us in our state-of-the-art Wind Tunnel facilities as a graduate electronic controls & systems engineer. You will be working in a supportive and collaborative team to deliver on Wind Tunnel projects using your knowledge of electronics and systems.

As a Graduate Electronic Controls & Systems Engineer, you will:

• Work as part of the Aerodynamic Facility Team to develop our testing capability
• Create and develop wind tunnel model and car systems aimed at improving aerodynamic test technique and capability; through concept and development, to operational delivery
• Work closely with design and production to ensure R&D projects progress effectively
• Manufacture and build prototype test components and assemblies
• Conduct fair and representative tests, reporting results and progress to the wider department and team
• Develop awareness of new technologies in software and controls, mechatronics and sensor technology
• Ensure a high standard of personal and department presentation is maintained as appropriate for a showcase facility visited by potential sponsors and other VIPs
• Occasionally be required for out of hours support to resolve issues as part of the facility support network

What we're looking for

What we are looking for from our future Graduate Electronic Controls & Systems Engineer:

The ideal candidate will have capability of gaining a good working knowledge of the facility, it’s systems and processes and an understanding of what is important for aerodynamic development. We are looking for someone with good core interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively both alone and within a team.

Our ideal Graduate Electronic Controls & Systems Engineer, will have:

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering or similar, with a focus on electronics
• Knowledge of electronics, controls and systems, including;
  • PCB Design
  • Electronic Circuits
  • Embedded Electronics
  • LabVIEW software
  • PLC’s
• Knowledge of electromechanical systems
• A positive attitude to learning and picking up new technologies
• Great enthusiasm and a can-do attitude
• Flexible approach to working and ability to be part of the on-call rota.

Application Closing Date:

All applications must be received by 22nd July 2023

What can Williams offer?

The Williams Group is based in multi acre complex located in Grove, Oxfordshire. The Williams Group offers a competitive holiday package, staff events/open days, a subsidised restaurant on site and various car schemes. We have an on-site gym (open 24 hours a day) as well as various fitness classes including outdoors bootcamps, pilates and yoga free for all staff and contractors to use. Aside from these benefits we can offer free onsite parking and large open green spaces to unwind during breaks. We are a based just 30 mins from Oxford City Centre by bus.

Williams is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments