Senior Structural Design Engineer

Audi Revolut F1; Neuburg; Remote; EUR 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Audi Revolut F1 Team is based in Hinwil, Switzerland, and seeks a Senior FEM Structural Analysis Engineer to join our high-performance Structural Design and Analysis department and drive cutting-edge Formula 1 component development.

You will perform advanced FE analyses, define load cases, and help optimise suspension, chassis and gear systems while delivering sign-off documentation and mentoring junior analysts.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in structural analysis within motorsport/automotive/aerospace.
• Proven FEM sign-off for complex composites and metals.
• First-principles mindset with strong analytical skills.
• Ability to decide under tight deadlines and work across teams.

Responsibilities

• 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 design and optimisation of suspension, aerodynamics, chassis, gearbox and assemblies.
• Deliver structural sign-off documentation in line with FIA regulations and project deadlines.
• Collaborate with Design Engineers to achieve lightweight, robust solutions through iterative optimisation.
• Develop analysis methodologies, automation tools and best practices for efficiency.
• Mentor junior analysts and contribute to team development.
• Support cross-functional projects including vehicle dynamics and multidisciplinary optimisation.

Skills

FEM analysis

Abaqus

First-principles engineering

Lightweight design

Bolted & bonded joints

Multi-project management

Python / MATLAB

Structural optimization

Mentoring

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Abaqus Explicit

Abaqus Standard

OptiStruct

HyperMesh

HyperView

HyperStudy

CATIA V5/V6

Python

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

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 experiencedSenior 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.

• 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.

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