Red Bull Powertrains
Formula 1
SeniorDesignEngineer
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“Senior Design Engineer at Red Bull Powertrains. Skills: Lead complex multi-disciplinary mechanical design projects, Lead design of systems which interface between PU (ICE, ERS, ESS, Turbo) and fired/non-fired test facilities, Develop robust design tools, Lead fault resolution activities. Lead the design of systems which interface between PU (ICE, ERS, ESS, Turbo) and fired/non-fired test facilities to enable to the UUT to be evaluated against verification/confirmation criteria. Includes sub-syst”
What You'll Achieve.
Delivering the maximum performance potential to the podium; Enable the UUT to be evaluated against verification/confirmation criteria
Industry & Context.
Complex decision-making; Strategic thinking; Fault resolution
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Physics, or an equivalent qualification, High level of competence in both Mechanical Engineering fundamentals and practical applications of mechanical, fluid, and thermal analysis of components, Experience in conducting measurements for development rig or dyno testing of mechanical components, sub-assemblies, or power units
Nice to Have
Expert NX (or other CAD package) user able to model parts and assemblies of any complexity themselves and guide others in the Team, Expert understanding of drafting and GD&T, able to tolerance complicated assemblies, and capable of robustly checking the drawings of others in the Team, Good appreciation of DFM and DFA and how own designs can be adapted for manufacturing, assembly, and cost targets, Full understanding of manufacturing processes used within Test Design projects
What You'll Do.
Lead the design of systems which interface between PU (ICE
Turbo) and fired/non-fired test facilities to enable to the UUT to be evaluated against verification/confirmation criteria
Includes sub-system level (Rigs) test capability
Develop robust design tools such as calculation worksheets
Run models and support development of Test Systems modelling
Lead fault resolution activities into faults assigned through the fault system
Oversee the response to several faults across the team
Assess the implication of NCR's and Concessions on any parts or assemblies
and approve or reject them
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborating within the Test Design Team; Collaborating with the Test Operations Department; Collaborating across the wider business; Collaborating with all teams within Red Bull Powertrains
Process & Methodology
Lead complex multi-disciplinary mechanical design projects
Full Job Description
For many fans of Formula One, the sport exists between lights and chequered flag on a Sunday afternoon. It begins and ends with the exploits of the drivers on the track. But this is merely the tip of the spear. The reality of modern F1 is that of a complex and intertwined operation, every part of which needs to perform near its limit if success is to be achieved. From the pit crew searching for the ultimate repeatable pit stop, to the inspiration of the designers, the application of engineers and the herculean efforts of an army of fabricators and machinists. Much of our success is thanks to the diversity of thought and spectrum of skill sets held within the team, our ability to recognise unique contributions from individual team members is just a part of why **we love what we do.** **Job Description** At Red Bull Powertrains, we’re redefining F1 power unit technology, pushing the limits of innovation and manufacturing grand prix winning power unit components. Join a team of talented individuals and visionaries dedicated to creating the future of motorsport. If you have the passion and expertise to drive excellence, the challenge starts here. We are seeking a Senior Design Engineer to join our Test Design Team and drive the future of motorsport innovation. You will be based at our cutting-edge engineering and manufacturing facility in Milton Keynes, designed to produce high-performance Power Units for the 2026 engine regulations. In this role, you’ll be responsible for delivering the maximum performance potential to the podium, collaborating closely with all teams within Red Bull Powertrains. To succeed, you must lead the design of systems which interface between PU (ICE, ERS, ESS, Turbo) and fired/non-fired test facilities to enable to the UUT to be evaluated against verification/confirmation criteria. Includes sub-system level (Rigs) test capability. **Key Attributes:** * Proven ability to lead complex multi-disciplinary mechanical design projects, collaborating w
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