Performance Optimisation Industrial Placement
Listing ref 170e3e19e9
- WhereGrove
- Posted2 September 2026
The Performance Optimisation department forms the backbone of performance development direction, relentlessly focused on turning potential into championship results. Performance Optimisation teams extract every ounce of speed and efficiency from both car and driver, spanning the full development cycle from car concept performance studies, through to optimising car performance on a race weekend. Leveraging innovative tools and data platforms, the team continuously refines performance and pushes boundaries.
On this 12-month placement you support the Performance Optimisation team in studying and developing performance opportunities for current and future cars. The work spans the full cycle, from car concept studies through to optimising car performance. You run will simulation studies, help with relevant simulator/rig testing, and use the team's tools and data platforms to build performance insights.
- Undertake simulation studies for current/future cars and race support
- Help with simulator and rig testing
- Use the team's software tools to deliver performance insights and build performance metrics
- Gain experience across vehicle dynamics, data analysis, and vehicle testing to develop technical skills in a high-pressure environment.
What we are looking for:
- Studying an engineering degree with strong academic results and a solid grasp of vehicle dynamics
- Proficient in coding (e.g. MATLAB/Python) and Microsoft Office 365
- Motorsport experience through internships or personal projects is highly desirable
- Strong analytical and communication skills
- The ability to work under pressure in a collaborative environment
Life at Williams
Based at our Grove campus in Oxfordshire, enjoy competitive benefits, exclusive events, subsidised dining, special car schemes, and 24/7 gym access with fitness classes. Need a break? Relax in green spaces or explore nearby Oxford city centre, just 30 minutes away by bus.
This job description is not exhaustive, and the job holder will be required to carry out from time-to-time tasks in addition to the above that will be both reasonable and within their capabilities.
Atlassian Williams F1 Team is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments.
Applications open on Williams Racing's own careers site.
