Vehicle Performance Engineer

4 weeks ago

Brackley, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Mercedes-Benz Full time

Vehicle Performance Engineer

Location: Brackley, United Kingdom

At Mercedes-Benz, we are a team of dedicated and enthusiastic individuals committed to the design, development, and racing of high-performance vehicles. Our team is driven by the pursuit of excellence, working tirelessly to enhance our competitive edge in the automotive industry.

Every member of our organization plays a crucial role in our quest for precision and speed. We honor the rich legacy of our sport while continuously striving for innovation and improvement.

Role Overview:

We are pleased to announce an opportunity within our Vehicle Dynamics Division for a Vehicle Performance Engineer. The ideal candidate will collaborate with a team of specialists focused on the ongoing enhancement of vehicle performance. A proactive approach and a passion for excellence are essential to drive our initiatives forward and achieve optimal outcomes.

As a Vehicle Performance Engineer, your key responsibilities will encompass:

  • Identifying, analyzing, and developing strategies to overcome performance constraints of current vehicle models, aiming for significant lap time reductions.
  • Actively contributing to future vehicle development projects by utilizing advanced simulation tools and methodologies to establish design objectives that ensure peak performance throughout the racing season.
  • Innovating and refining concepts that provide a competitive advantage in the existing simulation framework, while conducting necessary performance assessments.
  • Enhancing and evolving methodologies for simulating vehicle performance to support data-driven design decisions.
  • Assisting in the ongoing advancement of simulation tools to bolster the team's capability in optimizing vehicle performance.

Qualifications:

Required:

  • Strong academic credentials in mechanical, automotive, or aerospace engineering (preferably at the master's level, with a minimum 2:1 classification) or equivalent experience.
  • Comprehensive understanding of racing vehicle dynamics, suspension systems, vertical dynamics, tire performance, and aerodynamics.
  • Proficiency in analyzing experimental and simulation data to facilitate informed decision-making.
  • Experience in tackling optimization challenges.
  • Familiarity with vehicle modeling and simulation techniques.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within interdisciplinary teams, meeting ambitious deadlines with minimal oversight.
  • Strong communication skills, capable of engaging effectively at all organizational levels.
  • Self-motivated with a proactive approach to work.

Preferred:

  • Advanced proficiency in Matlab is essential; experience with Dymola is advantageous.
  • Knowledge of Lagrangian mechanics is a plus.

Employee Benefits:

Our environmentally friendly campus is powered entirely by renewable energy and includes amenities such as a fitness center, subsidized dining options, and parking facilities equipped with electric vehicle charging stations.

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes a generous bonus structure, vehicle leasing options, private health insurance, life coverage, and 25 days of annual leave. We are committed to fostering a family-friendly workplace, promoting employee well-being, and providing flexible working arrangements.

Why Join Us:

Our people are at the core of our success. Each team member is valued and encouraged to contribute to our achievements both on and off the track. We pride ourselves on cultivating an innovative, collaborative, and high-performance culture where every individual is respected and empowered.

Through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we are dedicated to creating a team that reflects a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives. We believe that your unique experiences will enrich our workplace and contribute to our collective success.

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