Electronics Engineer

MoneyGram Haas F1 Team is unique – on and off the track. We don’t follow the status quo and we’ve made a name for ourselves as the team who does things differently. You might’ve seen us on Netflix, heard of our passionate Team Principal Guenther Steiner, or know that we’re the only American-owned team on the Formula 1 grid, but we’re also more than that.

We have three HQs – Kannapolis in the US, Banbury in the UK and Maranello in Italy – each staffed by passionate, loyal and hardworking advocates. At Haas, you’ll be involved in many different areas of the team, an assortment of projects and plenty of hands-on experience while collaborating with some of the best minds in the world.

 

Yes, you’ll learn from us, but we expect to learn from you too!

 

General Summary:

 

This position reports to the Electronics Factory Team Leader or their designee; located in Maranello (MO). In this Electronics Engineering role responsibilities include the specification, design and development of all chassis electronics components both on and off car in accordance with the F1 technical regulations.
 

Key Responsibilities:

 

  • Promote teamwork and effective communications to develop working relationships between all personnel and departments.
  • Design of on and off-car harnesses, units, sensors, and other assemblies ensuring they meet performance and reliability requirements.
  • Design of FIA, FOM and supplier component installations in accordance with their requirements, working closely with the mechanical design office.
  • Specification and design of electronics systems to support on and off-car instrumentation and measurements.
  • Provide installation manuals and associated documentation to aid trackside installation of harnesses, units, sensors and associated brackets.
  • Proactively investigate faults and generate fault reports working closely with the Reliability Engineer and the electronics trackside team.
  • Continuously monitor and improve on and off car installations, design standards and operational processes and procedures.
  • Support pre-season car build, test and rig events as required to oversee the installation of the electronics system in the chassis as well as garage environment.
  • Actively engage in vehicle performance, development and reliability projects under the direction of the Mechanical Design Office.
  • Follow all safety regulations in all venues.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Electronics Factory Team Leader or their desingee.

 

Education and Work Experience:

 

GCSE, High School diploma or equivalent required. University Degree or equivalent is essential, preferably in Electronics or Electrical Engineering. Multi-year experience of working in state-of-the art electronics engineering in a high-level motorsport environment is required.

 

To be considered for an electronics engineering role you will need the following specialized knowledge and skills:

  • Understanding of electronics system design on an F1 chassis and ability to define accurate layout and drawings to a high standard.
  • Advanced knowledge in schematic design and PCB layout and CAD design packages
  • Experienced in the production of small batch/prototype analogue and digital circuits.
  • Sound understanding of sensor technologies and the support electronics required.
  • Proven track record of successful fault investigation, containment and rectification
  • Promote teamwork and effective communications to develop working relations between departments as part of a small multi-skilled engineering group.
  • Excellent time management skills and ability to work in a technically challenging environment
  • A sympathetic approach to work colleagues and an ability to integrate within a group environment.
  • Capability of working in a multi-national team environment to a very high standard and with a positive can-do attitude.

 

Equipment and Applications:

 

  • Solid computer knowledge, experience in Microsoft Office products and CAD (e.g. Catia/3DX) and PCB Design (e.g. Altium).
  • Knowledge of embedded system programming (e.g. C) and high-level software languages (e.g. C#/VBA) would be advantageous.
  • Ability to follow complex regulations related to shipment of materials and facility maintenance requirements.

 

Work Environment Physical Demands:

 

An ability to work and prioritize within a high pressure, time sensitive environment while retaining a methodical approach is essential. The role may require some international travel and a willingness to work long and flexible hours including weekends.

 

This position may require lifting to 50 pounds, repeated bending, squatting and manual dexterity. Fast-paced work environment requiring heavy mental demands. Work environment includes machinery, race cars, 7-post and other rigs, grinding debris, and hazardous fluids. All employees must ensure compliance with the Company Health and Safety Policy, and all relevant other statutory Health and Safety legislation.

 

This job description may not detail some less major duties, nor cover duties of a similar nature, which may from time to time be reasonably required by the relevant manager.

 

At MoneyGram Haas F1 Team, we consider our employees our greatest asset. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive and grow. We value diversity and encourage our employees to bring their unique perspectives and experiences to the conversation. Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion are fundamental to who we are as a company and a collective of colleagues. Our commitment to these ethics is steadfast and this promise travels with us wherever we are in the world.

We look after our team with multiple rewards packages, competitive bonuses and year-round health and wellbeing programs, providing you with the tools to motivate and perform at your best. 

If you’re passionate about competition, technology and teamwork, then working at MoneyGram Haas F1 Team could be the perfect fit for you. Motorsport is a dynamic and exciting industry that offers a wide range of opportunities for those who are willing to put in the hard work and dedication required to succeed. Working at MoneyGram Haas F1 Team is a highly rewarding experience, as you become a crucial member of a team that is constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible and striving for excellence in everything we do.

Join our team and make your passion your profession.

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Haas F1 Team