Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team
Controls Engineer - Non-F1

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The Role
Brackley, UK
As a Control Systems Engineer, you’ll contribute directly to the performance of non-F1 projects, vehicles we design and to our test facilities by developing real-time software for testbeds, software-in-the-loop and hardware-in-the-loop systems. You’ll join a highly collaborative team, working at the intersection of control systems, embedded software, and simulation. Building on your experience, you’ll take ownership of tasks, contribute to system architecture, and help shape the tools and processes that keep us at the cutting edge.
Key Responsibilities
As a Control Systems Engineer, you will:
- Design, implement, and maintain real-time control system software using MATLAB and Simulink for our high-performance vehicles, related to ride, handling and power-train systems
- Enhance and automate software development processes, including build systems, validation, and deployment workflows, to improve efficiency and reliability
- Plan and execute SIL and HIL test cases to ensure all requirements are captured and validated
- Develop tools and analysis scripts to streamline testing, automate repetitive tasks, and improve data analysis
- Collaborate with operational teams, providing documentation, diagnostics, and hands-on technical support to quickly diagnose and resolve issues
- Drive technical improvements through innovation, applying advanced software engineering, modelling and simulation technologies to real-world engineering challenges
- Share knowledge and contribute to best practices within the team, while continuing to grow your expertise through mentorship and hands-on experience
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About You
We’re looking for someone who:
- Holds a degree in a STEM discipline (e.g., Control Systems, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Applied Mathematics)
- Has previous years of experience in a control systems, automotive, simulation, or real-time embedded software development role
- Understands vehicle dynamics, control theory, and mechanical systems
- Has practical experience with model-based design using MATLAB/Simulink
- Is familiar with hardware-in-the-loop systems and rapid control prototyping platforms (e.g. dSPACE SCALEXIO, Speedgoat)
- Has experience with automotive communication protocols such as CAN bus
- Is passionate about high-performance engineering and enjoys solving technical challenges using data and software
- Enjoys writing efficient, maintainable code and continuously improving tools and workflows
- Thrives in a fast-paced, high-performance environment where collaboration and initiative are key
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