ABOUT THE FIA
The Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) is the governing body of motor sport and the federation of the world's leading motoring organizations. The FIA is an international non-profit association.
OVERVIEW
For our Safety Department and under the responsibility of the Head of Research and Vehicles Safety,we are looking for a Research Engineer who will be responsible to manage specific projects from a technical, logistical and budgetary perspective.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversee each research project from first feasibility study until the successful implementation in a race environment.
Manage the research service providers involved with each research project (i.e. testing facilities, laboratories, etc.).
Conduct experimental test and simulation work as required to support the objectives of the research projects.
Collaborate with motorsport industry suppliers relevant to each research project for the purpose of research as well as support of delivery of projects to the race environment.
Assist with the drafting of technical standards, guidelines and regulations based on the results of the research activities.
Facilitate and support the Research and Strategy Working Group and any associated meetings in order to provide the Technical and Safety Department with a scientific.
Support and contribute to the relevant FIA working groups and commissions.
Support the relevant Technical Working Groups.
Conduct detailed accident investigations as required and compile accident reports including robust conclusions and proposed actions to prevent similar cases in future or to reduce injury severity.
PROFILE
Bachelor or Master's Degree in Engineering or similar.
Automotive or Mechanical engineering educational background.
Knowledge of research technics and tools commonly used in motor sport related research or development projects.
Experience in design and operation of close cockpit and/or single seater motorsport vehicles.
Must be able to demonstrate a practical understanding of complex technical concepts through the application of first principles engineering and scientific knowledge.
Knowledge of Hydrogen and / or High Voltage powertrain systems would be considered as a great advantage.
Problem solving with minimal supervision.
Ability to achieve tight timescales.
Structured and organized approach to work.
Team player with good collaboration skills.
IT Tools : Various motor sport data analysis packages (Wintax, Atlas, etc.), Microsoft Office, simulation or modeling experience advantageous.
Language: English - business fluent necessary.
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN THIS POSITION, PLEASE APPLY ON OUR WEBSITE CAREERS.FIA.COM
The FIA is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religion or ethnicity, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organisation. Female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.