Head of Power Unit Controls Development

Our Team Your Mission

The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.

• Lead and develop the Power Unit Controls organization, including SECU Software Development, HiL & Real-Time Systems, and Systems/Data Processing
  
• Build, coach and inspire a highly qualified team of engineers in a high-performance motorsport environment
  
• Define and execute the Power Unit Controls technology roadmap aligned with overall Power Unit project objectives
  
• Ensure efficient delivery of software and validation activities across all development phases
  
• Drive cross-functional collaboration with Power Unit Design, Testing, Performance, Operations, Trackside Engineering groups and Chassis Controls group
  
• Establish robust development, validation and release processes to guarantee quality, reliability and traceability
  
• Lead strategic decisions regarding software architecture, modelling environments, simulation technologies and validation tools
  
• Ensure effective utilization and continuous improvement of virtual development platforms, HiL systems and digital-twin environments
  
• Define and execute the strategy for engineering data acquisition and measurement systems across all Power Unit development environments
  
• Oversee data acquisition solutions for the Power Unit components, engine dynos, subsystem test benches and Hardware-in-the-Loop platforms 
  
• Support performance optimization and reliability investigations through data-driven engineering approaches
  
• Contribute to technical risk assessment and mitigation strategies
  
• Provide engineering support to Mission Control and race event activities when required
  
• Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement
  
• As the disciplinary and functional manager, you are also responsible for all personnel-related matters within the department, the organization of the department, resource planning and schedules, budget limits, the maintenance of the management systems, as well as process and interface agreements
  

Your Profile

• Successfully completed studies in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Mechatronics, Automotive Engineering, Control Engineering or a comparable discipline
  
• Several years of leadership experience in high-performance motorsports engineering organizations
  
• Proven track record in control systems, embedded software development, simulation and calibration environments
  
• Experience with combustion engine software and a good understanding of high-performance engines
  
• Strong understanding of modern hybrid powertrains, electrified propulsion systems and control architectures
  
• Experience with MATLAB/Simulink-based development environments, ideally Motion Applied
  
• Experience with Hardware-in-the-Loop and virtual validation methodologies
  
• Excellent understanding of embedded control systems, communication protocols and vehicle integration processes
  
• Experience managing complex technical projects and multidisciplinary engineering teams
  
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills across technical and management levels
  
• Ability to translate strategic objectives into operational execution
  
• High level of ownership, resilience and decision-making capability
  
• Demonstrated ability to develop talent and build high-performing teams
  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
  
• Excellent English communication skills; German is beneficial but not mandatory
  

About us

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We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and expressly welcome applications from people with disabilities. We look forward to reviewing your application and having you join the team as part/or full-time employee in our pursuit of excellence in Formula 1.