Simulator Development Engineer

General Summary

This role reports to the Simulator Development Team Leader 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.

• 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.

• Set up and run simulator sessions for race drivers, test drivers and performance systems engineers.
• Day‑to‑day maintenance & servicing of the simulation platform & facility.
• Monitor real‑time data and ensure accurate simulation of vehicle dynamics and track conditions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during sessions.
• Continuous development of the simulation software environment to improve operational procedures and vehicle correlation.
• Integration of vehicle models for real‑time running in the simulator.
• Define and develop the necessary modifications to allow a simulator implementation of the Haas vehicle model (chassis, tyre and powertrain).
• Adopt the in‑house developed symbolic language for any modelling work.
• Ensure the correct functionality of models I/Os and their interaction with the DIL hardware platform.
• Develop off‑line environments to test the whole vehicle model or some of its subsystems.
• Helping to solve numerical or stability issues when the model is running in the real‑time environment.
• Education and
  
  Work Experience:
  • Minimum BSc in any STEM subject but preferably qualified to postgraduate level with substantial experience in applied mathematics or engineering activities.
  • Previous experience in a DIL simulator hardware/software environment in a development capacity within a motor sport, high‑level automotive or aerospace environment.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Contribute ideas and feedback to improve processes and ways of working.
• Participate in team initiatives, projects, or improvement activities.

• Undertake any other reasonable duties consistent with the level and purpose of the role, as assigned by the line manager.

• Degree or equivalent in any STEM subject but preferably qualified to postgraduate level with substantial experience in applied mathematics or engineering activities.
• Previous experience in a DIL simulator hardware/software environment in a development capacity within a motor sport, high‑level automotive or aerospace environment.
• Modelling mechanical/hydraulic/thermal/electrical systems for dynamic simulations in a suitable programming language.
• Expert in at least 2 of the following languages: C++, Python, MATLAB, Modelica, C#.
• Hardware‑in‑the‑loop and real time…