Background The world around us is experiencing significant change, the greatest in generations. At McLaren Applied, we're accelerating the response to that change. Our vision is that our people and technologies will pioneer a better future. Our mission is to achieve breakthroughs in performance. We're at the cutting edge of innovation in industries including automotive transportation and motorsport. We create solutions that drive efficiency and cost-effectiveness. We want to help to reduce the carbon footprint and become more sustainable. Our focus is on electrification and telemetry, control and analytics. To deliver efficient lightweight electric powertrain and vehicle development; motorsport solutions that make series more sustainable and efficient; reliable connectivity solutions for transportation and insightful analytics and monitoring of transport fleets. By applying our expertise, we deliver real benefits and pioneer a better future. The Team The Application Development team is responsible for developing and supporting MATLAB/Simulink based embedded control systems. The primary function is maintenance of our three SECU supply contracts into F1, IndyCar and NASCAR for whom MA develops the application code. Outside of these series the role involves supporting our Motorsport customers use of MA hardware and software tools to develop their own control systems and the delivery of bespoke control system projects. As an Application Development Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and supporting embedded control system development in MATLAB/Simulink. Playing a pivotal role in the service provided to our existing customers and applying your knowledge and technical expertise to support Motorsport derived product use into other series and industries. Role Dimensions: Some travel is required to provide track and factory support to customers along with out of office hours working depending on the business commitments. (Circa 75% Office 25% Track). What you will do: Developing and maintain embedded software in MATLAB/Simulink. Developing and running HIL, SIL and simulation testing. Provides support to customers developing their own software for MA ECUs. Provides tier two customer support to aid our track support team. Disseminates knowledge of Motorsport control system and MA products. Contributes to the track support function to maintain relevant knowledge base. Guides the continuous improvement of departmental procedures and knowledge base. What you will need: First class degree or upper 2nd in Engineering, Electronics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or other highly quantitative field (or equivalent experience). Experienced in MATLAB Simulink code generation for embedded control systems Knowledgeable in Motorsport powertrain control systems Experience of SIL and HIL test tools Experience of ATLAS and System Monitor would be useful Experience of electric drives used in hybrid systems would be an advantage Values and Behaviours: Good communicator with the ability to capture information quickly and accurately. Self-motivated and well organised and be able to work on tasks independently. Passion for innovation and excellence to remain in touch with new technologies and industry trends. Drive and commitment to see activities through to completion. Meets deadlines matching pace to the urgency of the situation. What we can offer you : In return for everything you bring to the table, we can ensure an exciting, challenging role in a dynamic business surrounded by some of the best people in their respective fields. At McLaren Applied we firmly believe it's the relationships and friendships we create while working that make us special. We're also aware that the world is changing and we are part of that change. We all want and need different things from our work and home lives, so, if you have commitments outside of work, we're open to talking through flexible working options that work for you and us. Annual leave (25 days bank holidays, pro-rated for part time colleagues). Enhanced Company Maternity, Paternity and Adoption leave and pay. Flexible working policies, including Hybrid Working. Life assurance to the value of 4 times base salary Opportunity to join the McLaren Applied Pension Plan Company funded individual private healthcare with the opportunity to extend to partner or spouse and/or dependents at a discounted rate. Ride-to-work with Evans Cycles - take advantage of the Government's Cycle-to-Work scheme which offers savings of up to 42% on the cost of a new bike, cycling accessories and components. Electric car scheme - opportunity to drive a brand-new car in a more affordable way through this salary sacrifice scheme. Employees are eligible to join the scheme after successful competition of their probationary period. Our values OWNERSHIP OPENNESS BRAVERY INGENUITY HUMILITY McLaren Applied are committed to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion (DEI) and promote DEI in all we do. McLaren Applied are also members of the UK Government Disability Confident Scheme.