UK Motorsport Graduate Engineer

The successful graduate will become an integral member of the Pirelli Motorsport team, with an understanding of how motorsport operates; you will be involved in most aspects of tyre engineering, providing professional trackside support service in respect to a variety of motorsport events. You will work in both the base facility (UK) and at race events in the UK and abroad, with potential visits to Milan (HQ) as and when required.

You will be passionate about motorsport and have excellent practical skills, be a good problem solver, possess the ability to analyse and interpret data as well as assess physical cases.

You will be available to travel extensively.

Role responsibilities

  • To analyse and interpret race data on behalf of Pirelli and your allocated motorsport team(s) with the aim of promoting continuous improvement in the brand
  • To produce clear, factual reports in a timely manner
  • To be acutely aware of the need for accuracy and resilience in a fast paced and highly pressurised environment
  • To understand how the role of Engineer compliments and works with other motorsport roles e.g. Fitters, Logistics, R&D etc. and to operate at all times in a fully co-operative and cohesive manner
  • To work as an effective team member in relation to the Engineering team and as required with other Pirelli motorsport teams
  • To take initiative and solve problems through statistical analysis and regular liaison and discussion with colleagues, line managers and race team representatives
  • To understand the impact and implications of a drop in standards
  • To identify and undertake training and development activities as required to enable you to fulfill the role, keep your knowledge and skills up to date and to fulfill your own potential

Education

  • Good level of general education, to include English and Maths
  • It is essential your are a Graduate with relevant degree e.g. Motorsport Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

Experience

  • Previous experience within a motorsport role is essential

Skills

  • Strong IT skills
  • High level of attention to detail
  • Flexible approach to work and able to work under pressure
  • Ability to prioritise, co-ordinate and organise workload, ensuring deadlines are achieved
  • Ability to work alone and as part of a team
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Able to build and maintain strong working relationships