Lead Electrical Systems Engineer

Role Responsibilities:

• Manage and lead the Electrical Systems Team, including mentoring junior engineers and planning the growth, structure, and resourcing of the electrical/electronics function.
• Create engineering electrical system definitions, including 3D CAD layouts and 2D connectivity drawings, following the Lola design and engineering guidelines.
• Works with Technical Project Leaders, other members of the Technical and Commercial Teams to define:
  • and source electrical and electronic hardware.
  • electrical component and system test requirements.
  • the electrical system and component installation on the vehicle.
  • and maintain the Project Technical Specification and Project Plan
  • and manage the Project Budget, Project Job list and ensure Job list tasks are carried out and updated according to project requirements.
  • internal and external resource requirements.
  • and manage internal and external resources in line with the Project Plan and Budget.
• Manage and carry out electrical component and system testing as required.
• Work across more than one project as required.
• Support of Lola's track test activity, i.e. the ability to travel and work for periods of time abroad.
• Ensure all engineering output meets the requirements of the Project Technical Specification, Project Plan and Budget, is of high quality, complies with the Lola standards and guidelines and attention to detail is paid in all areas.
• Ensure all engineering work complies with the relevant sections of the Technical Regulations and takes account of the requirements of the relevant Sporting Regulations.
• Contribute regular updates/input to the Project Mass Tracker/Project report.
• Manage technical activities carried out by external suppliers for design, development and production as required.
• Work with the Technical Specialists to optimise solutions within technical, timing and budget constraints.
• Contribute to Design Review Meetings with members of the design team and other project members to develop the electrical system in line with the project requirements.
• Attend regular Project Review Meetings to track progress across technical areas and ensure alignment with the Project Technical Specification, Project Plan and Budget.
• Contribute to:
  • the FMEA process for safety critical aspects of the project to ensure due diligence has been applied and documented.
  • to the Project Faults reporting and rectification process and ensures electrical system faults are dealt with effectively in a timely manner.
  • to Project Technical Operating documentation:
    Build Manual, Torque List, Operating Limits, Component Maintenance and Lifing Schedule.
  • and undertakes Test Bench, HiL, DiL and Track test activities.
  • the development of the Lola Technical Structure and Processes.
• Assist with the selection of suppliers, for design, development, and production.
• Work with external suppliers to ensure technical, quality and budget requirements for components are met.
• Provide technical information as required by the relevant Governing Bodies.
• Ensure all design and technical documentation is saved in a disciplined, well organised manner and that the relevant Lola team members have access to the information they require.
• Pay attention to detail in all areas.

• Understanding of low and high voltage automotive electronics as applied in a racing environment.
• Ability to define LV and HV wiring as applied in a racing environment.
• Wiring harness design using 3D CAD design software.
• Understanding of sensor and actuator characteristics and their selection in a racing environment.
• Ability to transfer sensor and actuator setups between lab, test bench and race car.
• Understanding of Li Ion battery technology.
• Understanding of PMSM technology
• Fault identification and rectification in LV and HV systems
• Data analysis using one of the racing world standard packages (Atlas, Darab, Wintax)
• Electrical systems support for HiL and Dil operation.
• Ability to work at test benches and at the racetrack.
• Proficient PC skills

• Self-motivated to develop, drive and deliver the Electrical Systems remit.
• Ability to work both independently and as a team player.
• Ability to manage a team spread across multiple projects.
• Communicates and demonstrates progress towards the end-goal.
• Confidence and knowledge to raise issues and develop solutions.
• Relatively comfortable operating in a fluid, changing environment.
• Strong attention to and enjoys the detail.
• Methodical and measured in approach.
• Builds rapport with team members.
• Initiative, to find ways to achieve/deliver what is required.

• Degree Level or commensurate work experience
• Motorsport, engineering, electrical degree desirable but not essential
• Project Management experience desirable but not essential
• An interest in and understanding of engineering/motor sport.

• An existing Senior Electrical Systems Engineer wanting to move up into a lead role in a motor sport/ automotive company
• An electrical systems enthusiast who has acquired the…