TGR Haas F1 Team competes in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship with Grand Prix race winner Esteban Ocon and British rising star Ollie Bearman, led by Team Principal Ayao Komatsu. The 2025 season saw the team’s second highest points total in its 10-season history, achieving a combined total of 20 top 10 finishes. We don’t follow the status quo, we’re here to challenge the competition, and we want you to join us.
The first American Formula 1 team to compete in the sport since 1986, TGR Haas F1 Team made an immediate impression with a memorable points-scoring debut at the 2016 Australian Grand Prix. Nine years later, and the team continues to demonstrate growth and a clear direction with its future objectives – coming off the back of its second-best season to-date in Formula 1.
We’re a racing team – not a corporate machine. We have three HQs – Kannapolis in the US, Banbury in the UK and Maranello in Italy – each powered by passionate, loyal and hardworking team ambassadors. At TGR Haas F1 Team – known within the paddock as the ‘family team’ – you’ll be involved in many different areas of the team, have much wider visibility across the business, and will be able to clearly see your contribution to our team.
Yes, you’ll learn from us, but we expect to learn from you too!
General Summary:
This role reports to the Head of Controls and Systems or their designee and is based in Banbury, UK. The role supports the delivery and contribution of departmental and organisational objectives. Responsible for supporting day-to-day operations within their area of responsibility, working collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders to ensure high standards of service, compliance, and performance. Adherence to organisational policies and procedures, effective communication with line management, and a commitment to continuous improvement and inclusive ways of working is essential.
Role Principles
- Act with integrity, always upholding the highest professional and ethical standards.
- Drive innovation and change to continuously improve ways of working and outcomes.
- Pursue operational excellence, ensuring efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement.
- Collaborate inclusively, building strong partnerships to achieve shared goals.
- Maintain a customer-focused approach, prioritising the needs of internal and external stakeholders.
- Champion sustainability by embedding responsible and environmentally conscious practices into everyday work.
Key Responsibilities:
Role-Specific Responsibilities
- The role involves the development of electronics and control systems for the integration of Motion Applied’s (MA) TAG320 and TAG700 systems within the dSPACE module in the driver-in-the-loop Simulator environment.
- Develop new processes/tools or integrate and adapt existing ones to allow other groups within the company to fully exploit the simulator functionality.
- Promote teamwork and effective communications to develop working relationships between all personnel and departments.
- Work to a consistently high standard in stressful and time sensitive situations.
- Follow all safety regulations in all venues.
- Other duties as assigned by the Head of Controls & Systems or their designee.
- Support the Simulator Group within Performance Systems with the integration of systems such as the Formula 1® single ECU and peripheral units within the dSPACE module, as required
- Support the Controls and Systems Group and other departments with the development of embedded systems and their integration with the racing cars or other environments.
- Lead the successful delivery of the new simulator project, ensuring timely and effective implementation.
- Ensure continuous alignment between the simulator and the race car to maintain accuracy and performance.
- Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve issues related to models, software, and communication systems using hands-on fault-finding expertise.
- Collaborate with embedded code developers, electronics engineers, and software teams to support and maintain both on-car and off-car systems, including SECU embedded code, VTAG applications, and associated configuration and programming tools.
- Work closely with the Vehicle Science Group to enhance and sustain real-time vehicle models within the dSpace simulation environment.
Operational Delivery
- Carry out day-to-day tasks efficiently and within agreed timescales.
- Ensure work meets expected service, quality, and compliance standards.
- Demonstrate accountability and professionalism in all activities.
Team & Stakeholder Collaboration
- Build positive working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
- Participate in meetings, briefings, and forums as required.
- Respond to queries within scope, escalating more complex matters when necessary.
Compliance & Governance
- Adhere to relevant legislation, organisational policies, and internal controls.
- Handle information responsibly, including confidential or sensitive data.
- Support audit, governance, and risk management activities as required.
Continuous Improvement
- Contribute ideas and feedback to improve processes and ways of working.
- Participate in team initiatives, projects, or improvement activities.
Additional Responsibilities
- Undertake any other reasonable duties consistent with the level and purpose of the role, as assigned by the line manager.
Person Specification:
Essential Qualifications & Experience:
- Degree or equivalent in a STEM subject, preferably with a specialization in either Electronics or Control Systems. A Master’s degree or PhD is an advantage.
- At least 3 years of experience in a similar role or motorsport environment (preferably Formula 1).
- Strong foundational knowledge of electronics and their application in motorsport environments.
- Solid understanding of high-end motorsport sensor technologies and their integration.
- Proficient in communication protocols such as CAN Bus and Ethernet.
- Sound grasp of control theory and advanced motorsport control systems.
- Experience in maintaining and developing real-time control software using MATLAB and Simulink is highly desirable.
- Skilled in scripting and tool development to automate workflows, using languages such as MATLAB or Python.
- Robust technical expertise in racing car systems and performance engineering.
- Proven leadership in high-pressure, performance-driven environments.
Resilience & Composure:
- Maintains calm and focus in high-pressure, fast-paced environments.
- Able to handle setbacks and adapt quickly to changing circumstances.
Integrity & Discretion:
- Trusted to manage confidential information and sensitive team matters.
- Upholds the highest standards of professionalism and ethical conduct.
Team-Oriented:
- Collaborative mindset with a commitment to team cohesion and shared success.
- Willingness to mentor and develop talent within the organisation.
Adaptability & Flexibility:
- Comfortable with extensive travel and irregular working hours, including weekends and race days.
- Open to innovation and continuous improvement in processes and culture.
Equipment and Applications:
- Proven experience with MA TAG ECU systems and associated peripheral components.
- Hands-on expertise with hardware-in-the-loop (HiL) systems and control prototyping platforms, ideally dSPACE Scalexio.
- Strong understanding of MA tools and products, including System Monitor and GDE libraries, for effective application management within the vTAG environment.
- Familiarity with CAN communication tools such as Peak CAN or equivalent systems.
- Solid IT proficiency, including advanced use of Microsoft Office applications.
Physical Demands
Extended Hours & Flexibility:
- Many roles require working evenings, weekends, and public holidays, particularly during race season or critical development phases.
Travel Requirements:
- Roles supporting race operations, logistics, or communications may involve frequent international travel, including long-haul flights and time zone shifts.
Physical Activity (Varies by Role):
- Trackside roles may involve standing for long periods, walking across paddocks, and working in noisy, crowded environments.
- Factory roles may require manual handling of components, use of machinery, or working in temperature-controlled areas.
- Office-based roles typically involve prolonged computer use and occasional movement between departments.
Sensory Demands:
- Exposure to high noise levels (e.g., engines, pit lane activity), bright lighting, and fast-moving environments is common in race support roles.
- This role is based in a shared workplace environment where exposure to common allergens (including food products, fragrances and cleaning materials) may occur. While we will always consider reasonable adjustments, we are unable to guarantee a completely allergen-free environment.
Health & Safety Compliance:
- All roles require adherence to strict safety protocols, especially in technical and trackside environments.
- Completion of all mandatory compliance training (including health and safety, data protection, and role-specific regulatory training) is a condition of employment and must be maintained throughout tenure.
This job description may not detail some less major duties, nor cover duties of a similar nature, which may from time to time be reasonably required by the relevant manager.
At TGR Haas F1 Team, we consider our employees our greatest asset. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive and grow. We value diversity and encourage our employees to bring their unique perspectives and experiences to the conversation. Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion are fundamental to who we are as a company and a collective of colleagues. Our commitment to these ethics is steadfast and this promise travels with us wherever we are in the world.
We look after our team with multiple rewards packages, competitive bonuses and year-round health and wellbeing programs, providing you with the tools to motivate and perform at your best.
If you’re passionate about competition, technology and teamwork, then working at TGR Haas F1 Team could be the perfect fit for you. Motorsport is a dynamic and exciting industry that offers a wide range of opportunities for those who are willing to put in the hard work and dedication required to succeed. Working at TGR Haas F1 Team is a highly rewarding experience, as you become a crucial member of a team that is constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible and striving for excellence in everything we do.
Join our team and make your passion your profession.
Notice
Due to the nature of the organisation, all employees of TGR Haas F1 Team are required to be security cleared to National Security Vetting standards. If successful in your application, we would support you with the NSV process. As a guideline only, you would normally need to have been a UK resident for the last 5 consecutive years. Further confirmation can be found on the Civil Aviation Authority National Security Vetting (NSV) website https://www.caa.co.uk/commercial-industry/security/national-security-vetting/
If you have not been a UK resident for the last 5 consecutive years, please be prepared to request an Overseas Criminal Records Check for these countries as you will be asked to provide this for referencing and security checks if you are successful.
