Job Title

Control Systems Engineer - Motorsport

Ref #

58960

Date posted

Friday, April 10, 2026

Country

United Kingdom

Location

Woking

Business area

Motorsport

Department

Motorsport

Position level

5 - Supervisory / Professional - (L-15)

Working time

Full Time

Contract type

Fixed Term Contract

Duration

24 months

Working pattern

8:30am - 5:30pm Monday to Friday

Salary

What to Expect

The Motorsport Control System Engineer will be a key member of the team responsible for the development, validation, delivery and support of the complete vehicle control systems used across the range of McLaren Motorsport Vehicles. Working within a small team, the candidate would be able to grow technically and contribute to a dynamic environment.

What You'll Do

Support the development of mechatronic control systems
Data mining, analysis and dissemination
Trackside support for development testing and customer events as required
Support dynamometer / test bed rigging and calibration activities
Harvest mathematical modelling techniques to describe vehicle, powertrain and actuator behaviour
Develop technical capabilities and tools as required by the business
Support the analysis of field issues and provide relevant solutions

What You'll Bring

Educated to Degree level in an Engineering, Computer Science or Mathematics- / Physics-based Discipline
Model-based application software coding using Matlab/Simulink or similar
Experience with Python, Java or SQL favourable
Ability to code and willingness to learn different coding languages if requirements dictate
“Can-do” problem-solving attitude and ability to work under pressure
Personal interest in electromechanical systems and engines would be desirable
Previous experience in a Motorsport or OEM environment preferred but not essential
Experience of powertrain or transmission control systems development advantageous
Ability and willingness to create technical documentation for referencing purposes

Personal Attributes / Competencies

Naturally technical, able to employ fundamental engineering principles to solve problems
Excellent attitude towards teamwork
Clear thinker with an open mind to absorb new knowledge.
Delivery focused & self-motivated to deliver excellence and perform beyond targets
Strong communication skills through all mediums
Good organisational skills and ability to manage workloads and priorities
Flexible approach to working hours, travel requirements and adaptability to changing demands.
High self-motivation, willingness to learn and develop in a dynamic and exciting environment

What We'll Do for You

We offer a wide – ranging benefits package, which includes:

Structured career development framework
25 days’ holiday, plus bank holiday. Annual buy & sell up to five days
Enhanced company pension scheme
Discretionary annual bonus award
Private medical insurance and health cash plan
Life assurance benefit
Ability to apply for a sabbatical of up to one year after only two years’ service
Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping
Generous parental leave policies
A range of wellbeing initiatives, such as employee assistance programme and free financial & mortgage advice

Who Are We?

No restraints. No limitations. We don’t simply push boundaries. We completely rethink them. McLaren Automotive exists to create breath-taking performance road cars.

It takes a community to do what we do. A diverse group of people with many areas of expertise, united by their passion to deliver visionary products and set new benchmarks.

McLaren Automotive commits to equal opportunity for all. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion is at the heart of our impact, it drives our innovation and enables us to truly create something special. Join us on our journey.