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Grove - UK

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Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

 

This position is part of Williams Grand Prix Technologies a Williams Group company.

The Design Engineer for Battery Systems will perform a pivotal role in electrification projects within Williams Grand Prix Technologies. By employing methodologies and expertise from motorsport and Formula 1 WGPT presents a unique opportunity to work with ground-breaking technologies in a number of areas including Aerospace Motorsport Marine Industrial and Off Highway. 

Key to our DNA is to supplement our experience and capability with an inquisitive and challenging attitude which will constantly question the norm and seek enhancement and benefits for our customers. 

This role will require significant experience in the design of battery systems with a particular focus on inventive solutions packaging cells into modules modules into packs and the electronics and power distribution components. Experience in a variety of markets and the technical solutions typically employed in those industries will be beneficial. 

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Creation of concepts and detailed design of components and structures required to create battery solutions from cell to vehicle or industrial installation. 

  • Focus on structurally efficient cost-effective designs with a high level of attention to mass HV safety and cost trade-off. 

  • Generation of calculations used to support structural and functional analysis of optimised designs. 

  • Act as primary interface to suppliers and component manufacturers in order to resolve manufacturing or delivery issues. 

  • Maintain high level of concise and clear communication working with colleagues or suppliers in order to optimise design integration. 

  • Manage the formal release process in line with company processes. 

  • Creation of DVPs and a test and validation strategy to ensure designed components meet the system requirements. A specific focus on the requirements for certification (REG.100 UN38.3 as well as relevant marine and aerospace standards) is of particular importance. 

  • Support the programme team with project and technical reviews so that project milestones are successfully progressed. 

  • Represent WGPT in customer and supplier interactions. 

The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties especially as working within an entrepreneurial environment where a sleeves rolled-up approach will be required. 

About You:

  • Bachelors or Masters Degree in Mechanical or Automotive engineering or a related field. 

  • Demonstrable experience within the field of High Voltage battery systems in a number of different markets including examples of concept to delivery of battery components

  • Expertise in a variety of areas including packaging of various cell formats integration of electronics components and flexible PCBs as well as the design of structures to house high mass battery modules and power electronics.  

  • Proven experience with High Voltage and creepage and clearance requirements through all parts of the design lifecycle. 

  • Experience working in high-performance industries; such as motorsports automotive aerospace or other dynamic environments. 

Desirable Knowledge & Experience:

  • Hands-on experience with HV Systems whilst verifying self designed products and components.

  • Familiarity with different concepts associated with battery module design. 

  • Knowledge of safety and certification standards associated with a number of industries. 

  • Expert CAD skills preferably Siemens NX. 

Why join us 

Williams Grand Prix Technologies is based at the Williams Racing Campus in Grove Oxfordshire a cutting-edge expansive facility just 30 minutes from Oxford city centre by bus. 

We fuel our team with a competitive benefits package including generous holidays vibrant staff events a subsidised onsite restaurant and a range of car schemes. Stay energised with 24/7 access to our gym and free fitness classes like outdoor boot camps Pilates and yoga. With free parking and sprawling green spaces youve got the perfect space to recharge and refocus

Join a fast-paced future-thinking team thats driving innovation and pushing past engineering boundaries. Here your skills and ideas dont just contribute they will power projects across diverse industries making a real global impact.


Additional Information :

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Atlassian Williams Racing is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments.


Remote Work :

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Employment Type :

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