Mercedes-AMG High Performance Powertrains
Lap Simulation Engineering Graduate
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Through exposure to a variety of exciting and ambitious projects, you will develop an advanced skillset in multiple areas of simulation. This will be achieved by rotating through different specialisms including:
- Physical systems modelling; create virtual models of the combustion engine and electrical systems which accurately reflect real hardware
- Optimisation; use numerical optimisation techniques to identify performance opportunities and enable us to start every race weekend with the most performant setup possible
- Control systems; we work closely with the ECU Software teams to develop and test the code which runs on our cars
Typically, these projects are covered from within the Lap Simulation team, but it is possible that your time on the scheme could include related work within the Calibration and Controls department.
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. You will also have the opportunity to work towards chartered status with the IET or equivalent body and will be assigned a personal mentor who will support you throughout.
Our benefits package includes:
- A salary of £33,000pa
- Performance bonus
- Collective bonus
- Company lease car scheme
- 36 days annual leave
- Access to private healthcare and generous pension scheme
- Onsite Gym
- A variety of other benefits and staff discounts
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What do we need from you?
- You need to be a curious, tenacious and driven individual who’s eager to work in a fast-paced environment under pressure
- You will have a 2.1 degree or above, in a numeric discipline such as Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Systems Engineering, or a related degree
- You should have a strong academic background in relevant A Level, or equivalent disciplines, for example mathematics or sciences
- You will need to have an excellent understanding of engineering first principles
- You should have confidence in at least one of physical modelling, optimisation, or control systems and be able to demonstrate how you have applied these in your university or extra-curricular projects
- You will be equipped with good programming skills. We primarily use MATLAB and Simulink, but experience with other languages such as Python or C++ would be considered
- You will have a deductive mind with a calm systematic approach to problem solving
- You will possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
- You will be self-motivated, adaptable and creative, delivering quality work to tight deadlines
- You will need the courage to challenge and the desire to be challenged, to expand your technical knowledge and skills
The application process:
- Submit your on-line application, CV and covering letter
- Your application will be screened by HR and the hiring manager
- If successful you will be invited to attend an onsite interview at the earliest opportunity
- If successful, your scheme will start in September 2027
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We recognise that the ideal candidate for this role may not meet every requirement in this advert and understand that some applicants are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Here at Mercedes AMG HPP our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring are critical to our success. HPP does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or group or class protected by any local law and we encourage applications from any background.
During your application process we are committed to providing additional support where it may be needed. If you need additional financial support to help attend Assessment Centres and Interviews you can apply to be considered to receive our Interview Travel Bursary which will provide full reimbursement for any travel expenses incurred. At the point of a successful invitation to interview please raise this with your Recruitment contact at HPP.
Please note, due to the volume of applications we receive, there may be periods of time during the process where you don’t hear anything from us. Don’t worry! We will advise you of the outcome of your application regardless of the result so please bear with us. Please be advised that we are unable to provide detailed feedback to applicants, apologies for any inconvenience.
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