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Company ALPINE RACING LIMITED

Duration: 1 year Start Date: July 2027 Location: Enstone About Us We are a high-performance Formula One Team driven by innovation, precision, and passion. Our Control Systems group is responsible for developing and maintaining the software and hardware that manage key vehicle systems, including power unit control, chassis systems, and data acquisition. As a Control Systems Student Placement, you'll be part of a team that ensures the car responds precisely to driver inputs and engineering strategies. The Role During your placement, you'll support the development, testing, and deployment of control software and hardware across the car. You'll work closely with software engineers, electronics designers, and vehicle performance teams to ensure systems are reliable, responsive, and compliant with F1 regulations. Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in the development and validation of control algorithms and software
  • Support hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing and calibration activities
  • Help maintain documentation and configuration of control systems
  • Contribute to fault diagnosis and performance optimisation
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless system integration Who We're Looking For
  • Currently studying a degree in Electrical, Electronic, Automotive, Mechatronics, or Motorsport Engineering and seeking an industry placement in your penultimate year of university
  • Strong understanding of control theory, embedded systems, and vehicle dynamics
  • Experience with programming languages
  • Familiarity with automotive control systems and data acquisition tools
  • Passion for motorsport and a proactive, detail-oriented mindset
  • You must have the right to work in the UK, as we cannot provide sponsorship for this role
  • Be available to attend onsite for an assessment centre in September What We Offer in Return At Alpine Formula One Team, you won't just contribute; you'll make a direct impact on race car performance at the pinnacle of motorsport. Working alongside some of the most talented individuals in the industry, you'll help shape innovation on a global stage. Our purpose-built facilities in Enstone provide the perfect environment to thrive. We offer a competitive salary, private medical healthcare, full access to our free on-site gym, a fully catered restaurant with a daily food allowance and a wide range of additional benefits designed to support your wellbeing and growth. Beyond the perks, you'll be part of a team that's pushing boundaries in Formula One. The thrill of pioneering cutting-edge technology, combined with a collaborative and inclusive culture, creates unmatched opportunities for career development and personal achievement. Take the next step in your career and play your part in shaping the future of Formula One.

At Alpine Formula One Team, we celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can be their true selves. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. We are committed to leading by example in promoting diversity, inclusion, and belonging in our society. Job Family Alpine Racing UK By submitting your CV or application, you authorise Renault Group to use and store information about you for the purposes of following up your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Renault Group companies.

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