The Systems Engineering department is responsible for the installation and running of all the electrical/electronic and control systems on the race car. Within the department, the Mechanical group is responsible for the design of all bespoke assemblies and Harness routing.
Electronics, Software & Controls Industrial Placement - Mechanical
As a Systems Design Engineer (Mechanical) Industrial Placement post-holder, you will be at the heart of our Systems Engineering team, where you’ll play a critical role in contributing to the mechanical design and installation of the bespoke electrical boxes used on the race car. This is an opportunity to design parts which will run on Track. You will be exposed to almost all areas of the Car and will be able to work collaboratively with most of the Design Office. There is the opportunity to learn about all aspects of a Formula One car, from initial concepts to performance monitoring on track. There is potential for significant growth and involvement in most areas.
Shape the Future
- Contribute ideas to improve mechanical design and installation processes.
- Learn rapidly in a fast-paced Formula One engineering environment.
- Collaborate with multiple departments across the Design Office.
- Engage with a wide range of car assemblies and systems.
- Apply general engineering principles to electrical system integration.
Make Real Impact
- Design mechanical components that will be used on the race car.
- Support test installations for both car and factory environments.
- Influence car performance through effective mechanical integration.
- Interpret feedback and refine designs based on real-world data.
- Communicate design intent clearly across technical teams.
Find Your Place
- Studying Mechanical, Motorsport, Automotive Engineering, or similar.
- Experience with CAD and engineering drawings from projects or internships.
- Strong problem-solving mindset and quick learner of new tools.
- Inquisitive and creative approach to engineering challenges.
Comfortable working in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
Company Description
History doesn’t repeat itself. It’s rebuilt - one breakthrough at a time. Be part of the team redefining performance and writing the next winning chapter for Williams Racing.
Atlassian Williams Racing – Shape our teams next chapter:
For nearly 50 years, Williams Racing has pushed the limits of speed and innovation. As one of the most successful teams in F1 history, with 16 World Championships and a legacy shaped by legends like Sir Frank Williams and Nigel Mansell, we’re now on a bold mission to reclaim our place at the front and win multiple championships again.
Our People Promise:
Join a high-performance team where ambition and our people promise guide everything we do. In a fast-paced, challenging environment, your work directly shapes our winning formula. Collaborate with the brightest minds in motorsport, building on our rich heritage and pushing the boundaries of speed and innovation. We want people who live our values - innovation, teamwork, resilience, excellence, and accountability to create the winning formula that drives Williams Racing back to the top.
Early Careers
At Atlassian Williams Racing, our Industrial Placement gives ambitious students 12 months inside Formula 1. You’ll take on real responsibility with projects that shape the future car and our business. Grow with a cohort from day one, then head back to uni with experience you can apply immediately. Join a high-performance team, push boundaries, make an impact.
Additional Information
Life at Williams
Based at our Grove campus in Oxfordshire, enjoy competitive benefits, exclusive events, subsidised dining, special car schemes, and 24/7 gym access with fitness classes. Need a break? Relax in green spaces or explore nearby Oxford city centre, just 30 minutes away by bus.
Additional Information
Atlassian Williams Racing is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion and welcomes discussions about reasonable job adjustments.
This job description is not exhaustive, and the job holder will be required to carry out from time-to-time tasks in addition to the above that will be both reasonable and within their capabilities.
Atlassian Williams Racing is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments.
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