Head of Dynos
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:
We are continually investing in our in-house test and experimental capability and are looking for an engineering leader to help drive the standards for how we deliver lap time improvements to the track. Working collaboratively across the technical and operations areas of the business you will be responsible for ensuring our Dyno test capability meets the demands of our Engineering Group, and to ensure we have a continuous long-term view on future technologies. This is a role where you will provide a significant contribution to on-track car performance and reliability.
Key Accountabilities (Duties):
Reporting to the Operations Director, you will lead a team of engineers and technicians across our range of class-leading dyno facilities in Brackley. The Head of Dynos will be accountable for developing and overseeing the operation of a suite of test capabilities which support the wider engineering requirements of the Team, putting the car and on-track performance at the centre of every decision.
To fulfil this your duties will include:
Leading the day-to day operation of our dyno facilities, working with the Team to create a programme which delivers on-track performance.
Direct/indirect line management of a group of Test Engineers, Capability Engineers, Systems Engineers, and Technicians.
Responsibility for developing and delivering on a strategy which captures the future direction of our dyno programme, driven by the technical regulations of F1.
Collaboration with our works engine partner, Mercedes High Performance Powertrains (HPP) to agree joint strategic programmes, which will be key to on track success under new regulations
Ensure we maintain a class-leading test facility, leading Capex projects and adhering to financial operational plans.
Oversight of run plans and near to mid-term programme goals.
Strengthen the Leadership function, developing a group with exceptional teamworking and a strong service delivery mentality.
Ensure the group delivers excellent service to the Team, requiring technical expertise coupled with the highest levels of determination and commitment.
Support our F1 customer programme.
Facilitate requirements capture across areas of the business (including but not limited to vehicle performance, design, aero, data quality and operations) to ensure that new capability programmes are fit for purpose and will deliver to the expectations of the Team
Prioritising projects and assigning resource to deliver on complex cross-functional programmes.
Build and maintain our networks and relationships on technology and capability matters with suppliers.
Track the projected progression of the car performance envelope and be proactive in ensuring that our test capability can always facilitate the range of operation required.
Champion the importance of data quality within our test facilities, to ensure that we ask the correct questions and obtain the correct answers and drive Right-First-Time decisions on what the car requires at the track.
Ensure H&S standards are at the forefront of how we operate.
Candidate Profile
Essential:
Engineering or physics degree, or equivalent qualification(s).
A proven track record of successful leadership with the ability to inspire those around them
Demonstrable experience of working in a high-performance engineering environment.
Experience in delivering results in support of a fast-paced programme.
Ability to collaborate and negotiate to deliver results across different departments.
A proven ability to take the initiative.
Curious, committed to continuous learning, and ability to adapt quickly to change.
Desirable:
Knowledge of on-car and off-car mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and plant systems.
Previous line management responsibility of a mid-sized+ Team.
Project and programme management skills.
An excellent communicator who can clearly articulate strategic opportunities and decisions.
Ability to creatively present data in formats that make it accessible and understandable to a wide range of stakeholders and business areas.
Demonstrable experience of delivering in a competition environment (such as sport) where the deadline is immovable.
Specific Advantageous Experiences:
Trackside experience is advantageous but not essential.
Confident user of the 3DX CAD system and SAP ERP System.
Detailed understanding of metrology and calibration principles.
Use of ATLAS 10 for analysing live and logged data.
Use of Visio or similar products to generate system-level and facility-level schematics.
Ability to generate and apply performance metrics to inform decisions on car and capability development direction.
Understanding of Formula 1 Sporting, Technical and Financial Regulations.
What We Offer:
Our riverside campus is powered by 100% renewably sourced energy and includes an on-site gym, exercise studio, subsidised restaurant, and on-site parking with EV chargers.
We also offer a competitive benefits package 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 culture and team-wide focus on well-being.
Why Join Us:
At the core of our performance is our people. Every member of our team plays a part in our success, both on and off the track. We foster a high-performance, innovative culture where collaboration, respect and excellence are expected and celebrated.
Through our Accelerate 25 programme, we’re committed to building a more diverse and inclusive team - because we believe the best teams are those that reflect the world around them.
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.