Open Positions

The drivetrain is responsible for transferring power from the electric motor to the driven wheel as efficiently as possible, achieving the required gear reduction while minimizing friction, weight and energy loss.

You will research, design, manufacture and test the drivetrain and its integration with the motor, wheel and rear upright. The rear upright is a critical structural component connecting the drivetrain, wheel, bearings and suspension — making this subsystem highly interdisciplinary.

You will design, manufacture and test a hydraulic braking system applying force to all four wheels in compliance with Shell Eco-marathon regulations, including a functional parking brake.

Work involves component selection, hydraulic system design, mechanical design and testing — minimizing weight, friction and complexity while working closely with the wheel, suspension and chassis teams.

You will develop and optimize the suspension architecture — control arms, joints, mounting points and interfaces with the front uprights and chassis — through mechanical design, load calculations, CAD, structural analysis and manufacturing.

Goal: a lightweight, stiff, reliable system with accurate wheel alignment and minimal rolling resistance. Close collaboration with steering, wheels and chassis.

The rear suspension and upright form the main structural interface between the rear wheel and the vehicle. The upright must support the wheel and bearings while providing mounting for the drivetrain, braking system and suspension.

You will handle concept development, load calculations, CAD, structural analysis, manufacturing and testing — balancing stiffness, strength, weight and wheel alignment.

You will improve the complete steering mechanism — geometry, linkages, mounting points, adjustability and integration with front suspension and chassis — through kinematic modelling, CAD, manufacturing and testing.

Key goal: precise, predictable steering with minimal friction and play. Even small alignment errors increase rolling resistance, so this role directly impacts vehicle efficiency.

You will develop the carbon-fibre monocoque and its mechanical interfaces through structural design, load analysis, CAD, composite manufacturing and testing. The chassis must carry the driver and withstand all vehicle loads while staying as lightweight as possible.

The team also drives the vehicle's aerodynamic shape and packaging. Because almost every subsystem interfaces with the chassis, you'll collaborate with the entire mechanical department.

You will research, develop, manufacture and test drivetrain concepts for the autonomous vehicle — gear-ratio optimization, bearings, shafts, transmission components and efficiency testing.

Goal: a reliable, highly efficient drivetrain that integrates with the autonomous car and complies with Shell Eco-marathon regulations.

You will design a braking system that provides sufficient performance while also allowing the autonomous system to reliably control or actuate the brakes — through mechanical design, actuator integration, CAD and testing.

Close collaboration with the autonomous, electronics, wheel and chassis teams.

You will design and manufacture mounting solutions, brackets and mechanical interfaces for sensors, actuators and autonomous-system components, while ensuring the car can steer accurately and reliably.

Broad practical mechanical engineering: CAD, prototyping, manufacturing, assembly and testing throughout the year.

You will develop, manufacture and test a new generation of lightweight carbon-fibre wheels — composite design, structural analysis, CAD, material selection and physical testing.

Wheels directly affect rolling resistance and vehicle efficiency. This role takes a component from early concept through engineering analysis to testing on the complete vehicle.

As an Autonomous Engineer, you will help develop the complete autonomous driving system for our Prototype vehicle — from understanding the vehicle's surroundings and estimating its position to planning its path and controlling steering and speed.

Depending on your interests and experience, you may work with computer vision, sensor data, localization, trajectory planning, control algorithms, simulation, systems integration and track testing. The goal is safe, precise and energy-efficient autonomous driving.

You will improve the complete interface between the fuel cell and the vehicle — power delivery, communication, data acquisition, control and driver feedback — using the fuel cell's integrated controller and PC interface.

Work may include programming, GUI development, electrical integration, load testing and control-system development. Goal: reliable, efficient fuel cell operation with minimal balance-of-plant losses.

You will develop and integrate the complete safety monitoring system — hydrogen detection, pressure monitoring, emergency shutdown, system interlocks, safety logic and integration with the rest of the hydrogen system.

Work includes sensor selection, electrical integration, programming, CAD, calibration and testing. This subsystem establishes the foundation for safe hydrogen operation across the entire team.

You will develop the complete hydrogen delivery path — from storage cylinder and pressure regulation to the fuel cell inlet — including regulators, tubing, valves, fittings, pressure measurement and purge systems.

Work includes pressure/flow calculations, CAD, leak and pressure testing. Goal: stable hydrogen supply with minimal losses while keeping the system lightweight.

You will manage the conditions surrounding the open-cathode, air-cooled PROTIUM-450 — airflow, cooling, aeration, condensation and environmental effects — through airflow analysis, thermal modelling, CAD, ducting design and sensor integration.

Goal: stable fuel cell operating conditions while minimizing energy used by cooling and airflow systems.

You will develop the most energy-efficient driving strategy — collecting and processing vehicle data, analyzing track characteristics, building simulation models and validating strategies through testing.

Goal: optimal balance between speed, energy consumption and race time. Close collaboration with the driver, electronics and data acquisition teams.

You will collect, process and distribute data from the vehicle's subsystems while providing real-time performance information. Responsibilities also include battery monitoring, state estimation, performance analysis and ensuring safe electrical operation.

Work involves sensor integration, data acquisition, communication systems and monitoring tools. Goal: accurate, accessible data to optimize performance throughout testing and competition.

You will design and develop a 48 V to 12 V DC-DC converter, power-distribution architecture, wiring, connectors and electrical interfaces throughout the vehicle, plus electrical integration between subsystems.

Goal: a lightweight, reliable electrical infrastructure ensuring stable operation of all low-voltage systems.

You will develop and optimize motor-control algorithms and software — controller tuning, data acquisition, communication with the motor controller and analysis of speed, power, efficiency and torque data.

Goal: maximum motor efficiency with stable, predictable vehicle operation. You'll also supply motor data to the Driving Strategy team.

You will develop displays, user controls, warning systems and driver feedback — presenting speed, battery status, energy consumption and system warnings clearly and intuitively.

Goal: a reliable, user-friendly interface that improves situational awareness while minimizing driver workload.

You will lead the Marketing & Sales team and take ownership of how Fuel Fighter presents itself to students, industry and the public. You will coordinate recruitment campaigns, social media, photo and video production, the website, and outreach to potential partners.

You will set priorities and deadlines, delegate tasks, support the team members and ensure high-quality delivery. Close collaboration with the board, technical team leads and sponsors gives you practical experience in leadership, communication and commercial strategy.

You will identify and contact potential partners while helping maintain strong relationships with our existing sponsors. Work includes researching relevant companies, preparing tailored pitches, arranging meetings and following up agreements.

You will learn practical B2B sales, negotiation and relationship management while translating Fuel Fighter's technical work into clear value for companies. You will also help ensure that partners receive the visibility and deliverables they have been promised.

You will plan, create and publish content that shows the progress, people and engineering behind Fuel Fighter. You will build a content calendar, write clear copy and cover workshops, testing, recruitment, events and competition.

Working closely with the photo and editing role and the technical teams, you will maintain a consistent voice across our social channels. You will also use performance data to improve reach, recruitment and sponsor visibility.

You will document the team through photo and video during workshop sessions, testing, events and competition. You will edit material for social media, the website, presentations, recruitment and sponsor updates.

The role combines creative storytelling with practical production. You will help establish a consistent visual identity and organize an accessible media archive that the entire team can use.

You will maintain and improve Fuel Fighter's Webflow website, keeping information about the team, vehicles, open positions, sponsors and results clear and up to date. You will work with layout, content, images and mobile responsiveness.

You will collaborate with the rest of Marketing & Sales to improve user experience, accessibility and discoverability. Previous Webflow or web-design experience is helpful, but curiosity and willingness to learn are most important.