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Electronics Systems Engineer

Brackley, UK

At the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team, a group of passionate and determined people work to design, develop, manufacture and race the cars with the aim of fighting for world championships each and every year.

Whether working in our Operations, Technical, Race or Business Support functions, we are all in and aspire to build the greatest team in the history of our sport.

Every individual plays their part. No stone is left unturned in the chase for every tenth of a second. The history of our sport is long and rich, and we are continuing our journey with renewed effort year on year. Record books remember the names of a few, but history is written by the many.

About the Role:

In this role, you’ll play a critical part in validating and optimising the electronic systems that power our race cars—from sensors and control units to data acquisition and diagnostics.

Working closely with cross-functional teams across R&D, dyno, simulator, and trackside operations, you’ll ensure our electronics meet the highest standards of performance, reliability, and safety. You’ll be hands-on with system calibration, data integrity, and electrical configuration, while also mentoring junior talent and supporting continuous improvement across our testing environments.

This is a unique opportunity to apply your expertise in a fast-paced, high-tech setting where innovation and precision drive success. If you thrive under pressure, have a sharp eye for detail, and are ready to contribute to the future of Formula One, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Accountabilities (Duties):

• Validate the functionality of electronics, sensors and control systems.

• Calibration and sign-off of electronic sensor and component production.

• Configuration of logging and electrical systems.

• Ensuring that electronic systems meet the specified performance standards and assessing data quality.

• Organization and maintenance of test results and datasets.

• Following established processes within the Electronics System Test group to ensure compliance and consistency.

• Provide support and mentoring for individuals participating in apprenticeship and work experience programs.

• Engage in the review process of electrical installations and providing guidance as needed.

• Providing comprehensive operational electronics support to other departments within the company, including but not limited to: dynos, R&D labs, simulators, customers, test and race teams.

• Ensuring the implementation and promotion of health and safety initiatives within the test room environment.

Please note, this role will involve some travel.

Candidate profile:

• Significant experience in delivering electronics system testing across a range of disciplines in a high-tech industry.

• Experience with F1 electronics systems and associated software (ATLAS, System Monitor) preferred.

• Competent with MS Office applications, advanced Excel user advantageous.

• Experience with CAN bus diagnostic tools (CANalyzer) advantageous.

• C, C# or MATLAB programming experience advantageous but not essential.

• Strong understanding of data acquisition systems and serial buses.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• High attention to detail and the ability to work independently under limited supervision and to tight deadlines.

• Results-oriented, determined, and committed to achieving successful outcomes.

• Highly self-motivated with a strong drive to meet individual and team objectives.

• Collaborative team player who actively supports colleagues.

Benefits:

Our riverside campus is powered by 100% renewably sourced energy and features an on-site gym and exercise studio, subsidised restaurant and on-site parking with EV chargers available.

We offer a competitive and attractive package of benefits including a generous bonus scheme, Mercedes car lease scheme, private medical cover, life assurance and 25 days holiday. We pride ourselves on our family-friendly environment, employee well-being programme and offer flexible working opportunities.

Why Us:

At the heart of our performance are our people. Every member of our team has a voice and plays their part in contributing to our successes on and off the racetrack. We take pride in creating an innovative, collaborative and high-performance culture where all of our team members are respected, empowered and valued.

Through our Accelerate 25 programme, we are continuously working to make our team even more diverse and inclusive. Whatever your background, we believe that you will find working with us rewarding and enriching.

Your Application:

We will ask you to complete a questionnaire as well as submitting a cover letter and CV. Please upload your cover letter and CV as one single PDF file.