Senior Simulation Engineer — Elite Vehicle Performance

McLaren; Woking; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading motorsport engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Simulation Development Engineer to design algorithms and develop simulation tools for vehicle performance. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s or PhD in Engineering, Physics, or Applied Mathematics and proficiency in MATLAB, C++, and Python. This role offers a dynamic culture with excellent benefits including private healthcare and competitive pension contributions.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Car schemes

Generous pension contributions

Qualifications

• Strong background in numerical methods, system modelling, and control.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
• A collaborative, detail-driven mindset with a passion for innovation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain simulation tools and methodologies.
• Model and simulate dynamic systems to optimise vehicle performance.
• Deliver clear, well-documented code and insightful analysis under tight deadlines.
• Provide remote support for trackside simulation tools when required.

Skills

MATLAB

C++

Python

Numerical methods

System modelling

Control

Communication

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Education

Master’s degree or PhD in Engineering, Physics, or Applied Mathematics

Job description

A leading motorsport engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Simulation Development Engineer to design algorithms and develop simulation tools for vehicle performance. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s or PhD in Engineering, Physics, or Applied Mathematics and proficiency in MATLAB, C++, and Python. This role offers a dynamic culture with excellent benefits including private healthcare and competitive pension contributions.