Tyre Performance Engineer - Jaguar TCS Racing

Tyre Performance Engineer - Jaguar TCS Racing

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Jaguar TCS Racing is at the forefront of electric motorsport innovation, competing in the electrifying Formula E Championship. As part of the legendary Jaguar brand, our team is dedicated to pioneering advancements in electric vehicle technology, sustainability, and performance. With a rich heritage in racing and a commitment to pushing the boundaries of electric mobility, Jaguar TCS Racing combines passion, expertise, and cutting-edge technology to compete at the highest levels of motorsport.

An opportunity has arisen for a Tyre Performance Engineer to join the Jaguar TCS Racing department in a rapidly expanding and exciting work environment.

About the Role

Enhance understanding of tyre performance through the development of tyre models, analytical methods & analysis of physical data.

What you will do

• Create, maintain and develop a variety of empirical, thermal and physical tyre models for use in offline and DIL simulations.
• Develop analytical methods to interpret real tyre data and use this to predict conditions and procedures for optimum tyre performance.
• Evaluate and optimise tyre utilisation during track tests and race events to ensure maximum overall performance of cars during qualifying and races. This is primarily a factory-based role, however weekend event support in the remote Ops room will be required along with some travel to specific events or tests.
• Formulation of the pre-event tyre report with recommendations for tyre preparation and usage during race/test events. Contribute towards tyre group post-event reports with appropriate analysis and comment.
• Contribute towards wider Performance group activities across Race Engineering, Strategy, Controls & Vehicle Science

About you

• Strong degree in an Engineering or Mathematical subject
• Tyre modelling experience is desirable. Knowledge of higher fidelity thermal, physical and structural models would be a distinct advantage.
• Previous tyre engineering experience in FE, WEC, F1 or other professional series would be desirable, although graduates with relevant study experience would also be considered.
• Proficiency and interest in computational methods and numerical analysis
• Proficient with programming and analysis languages e.g. Matlab, Python, JavaScipt C++, C, & C#
• Experience in tyre indoor and outdoor testing (planning, execution, data analysis) would be an advantage.
• Self-motivated problem solver with a “Can do” attitude and high levels of initiative.
• Enquiring mindset and creative thinker, with high levels of pride and accuracy in their work.
• Calm & confident communicator with the ability to communicate complex information clearly, sometimes within a high-pressure / time-sensitive environment.
• Event support could require working long hours over weekends.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Highest levels of professionalism and integrity

What is in it for you?

• Fortescue Zero bonus scheme
• Aviva Pension
• Group Life Assurance
• Group Income Protection
• Electric Car Scheme
• Health Cash Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Private Medical Insurance
• 26 days holiday plus public holidays and the opportunity to purchase an additional 5 days per year
• Childcare Benefits
• Free on-site 24/7 gym access at HQ and discounted national memberships

Not near-zero

Not net-zero. 

We are Fortescue Zero.

Additional Information

You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. At Fortescue Zero we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills. Fortescue Zero is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. If you have a disability, we are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments. You are welcome to apply no matter your age, disability, gender, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.

Please note, if you are applying for a role which involves having access to personal data, you will be subject to a background check. Where checks are unsatisfactory or incomplete and/or a failure to reveal information relating to convictions that you are required to identify as part of the background checks, could lead to withdrawal of an offer of employment.