Senior Structural Design Engineer

Audi Revolut F1 Team; Zürich; On-site; CHF 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Audi Revolut F1 Team is seeking a Senior FEM Structural Analysis Engineer to join our high-performance Structural Design and Analysis department at Hinwil, Switzerland. You will perform advanced FEM analyses on composite and metallic components, define load cases from first principles, and collaborate with design engineers to deliver lightweight, robust race components under tight deadlines.

The role requires 5+ years in motorsport or related fields, MSc in engineering, and fluency in English.

Qualifications

• MSc or equivalent in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of structural analysis in motorsport, automotive, or aerospace.
• Proven FEM sign-off experience for complex composites and metals.
• Strong understanding of mechanics, fatigue, buckling, vibration, and optimisation.
• Experience under aggressive development schedules with multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced linear and non-linear FEM analyses on composite and metallic components and assemblies.
• Define and validate structural load cases using first-principles engineering approaches, simulation data, and track feedback.
• Support the design and optimisation of critical Formula 1 systems, including suspension components, aerodynamic surfaces, chassis structures, gearbox and mechanical assemblies.
• Deliver structural sign-off documentation ensuring compliance with internal standards, FIA regulations, and project deadlines.
• Collaborate closely with Design Engineers to achieve lightweight and robust solutions through iterative optimisation.
• Develop and improve analysis methodologies, automation tools, and best practices to increase department efficiency and technical capability.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior analysts and contribute to the continuous development of the analysis team.
• Support cross-functional projects involving vehicle dynamics, data analysis, and multidisciplinary optimisation where required.

Skills

FEM analysis

Structural analysis

First-principles engineering

Multidisciplinary optimisation

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Education

MSc in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Abaqus

Abaqus Explicit

OptiStruct

HyperMesh/HyperView/HyperStudy

CATIA V5/V6

Python

MATLAB/Simulink

Laminate Tools

OptiAssist

Job description

Join Our Team

We are the Audi Revolut F1 Team.

Audi Revolut F1 Team is the official factory team of Audi, as the brand enters the FIA Formula 1 World Championship for the first time in 2026.

The team is based in three locations: the power unit is developed by Audi Formula Racing GmbH at the Audi Competence Center Motorsport in Neuburg, Germany; the chassis is engineered and race operations are managed from the state-of-the-art facilities of Audi Motorsport AG in Hinwil, Switzerland; while the Audi Motorsport Technology Centre UK in Bicester, United Kingdom, provides a foothold in the heart of 'Motorsport Valley', with direct access to top F1 talent and key strategic partners.

What you need? The mindset of an athlete. If you are someone for whom giving up isn’t an option and limits are just something to be overcome, you can bring Vorsprung durch Technik to Formula 1 with us. Become part of this unique project and make motorsport history.

We are seeking an experienced Senior FEM Structural Analysis Engineer to join our high-performance Structural Design and Analysis department and play a key role in the development of cutting-edge Formula 1 car components.

This position for the Audi Revolut F1 Team is based at Audi Motorsport in HInwil, Switzerland.

Your mission

• Perform advanced linear and non-linear finite element analyses on composite and metallic components and assemblies.
• Define and validate structural load cases using first-principles engineering approaches, simulation data, and track feedback.
• Support the design and optimisation of critical Formula 1 systems, including suspension components, aerodynamic surfaces, chassis structures, gearbox and mechanical assemblies.
• Deliver structural sign-off documentation ensuring compliance with internal standards, FIA regulations, and project deadlines.
• Collaborate closely with Design Engineers to achieve lightweight and robust solutions through iterative optimisation.
• Develop and improve analysis methodologies, automation tools, and best practices to increase department efficiency and technical capability.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior analysts and contribute to the continuous development of the analysis team.
• Support cross-functional projects involving vehicle dynamics, data analysis, and multidisciplinary optimisation where required.

Your profile

• Degree (MSc, or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering.
• Significant experience (minimum 5 years) in structural analysis within a high-performance motorsport, automotive, or aerospace environment.
• Proven track record of delivering FEM sign-off activities for complex composite and metallic structures.
• Strong understanding of structural mechanics, fatigue, buckling, impact analysis, vibration as well as optimisation techniques (both on composites and metals).
• Experience working under aggressive development timescales with multiple concurrent projects.
• Bolted and bonded joint analysis and correlation with physical testing.
• Strong first-principles engineering mindset with excellent analytical skills.
• Ability to make sound technical decisions under tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Fluent spoken and written English is mandatory
• FE Solvers
• Abaqus Standard is required.
• Experience with Abaqus Explicit, Optistruct is advantageous.

Pre-and Post-Processing

• Experience with the Altair suite (HyperMesh, HyperView, HyperStudy) is required.
• Experience with Laminate Tools and OptiAssist is advantageous.

CAD Software and Programming

• Experience with CATIA V5/V6 is advantageous.
• Experience with Python or MATLAB/Simulink is advantageous.