Aero Correlation Engineer

Raceforce Global; Bicester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Audi Revolut F1 Team seeks a CFD specialist to advance aerodynamics development through CFD methods, data analysis, and model validation. You will work with Aero Performance and Development groups to strengthen CFD confidence and drive process improvements.

Based at Audi Motorsport UK in Bicester or Audi Motorsport AG in Hinwil, you will apply CFD/WT data analysis, Python, and Linux in a fast-paced F1 environment. Previous F1 experience is advantageous.

Qualifications

• MsC or PhD in Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related field with CFD focus.
• 3+ years experience in race car aerodynamics development or performance evaluation including CFD methods.
• Experience in CFD/experimental data analysis and comparison.
• Knowledge of CFD software OpenFOAM and WT testing/data acquisition techniques.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with CFD methodology, Aero Performance and Aero Development groups to increase confidence in CFD tools.
• Contribute to understanding CFD model limitations and validate new methodological improvements.
• Contribute to overall CFD process and tool development within the group.
• Support data-driven decision making and collaboration across CFD and Aerodynamics teams.

Skills

CFD methods

Python programming

Data Science

Machine Learning

Optimization techniques

OpenFOAM

Linux

Education

MsC or PhD in Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

OpenFOAM

CATIA V6/3DExperience

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.

The Correlation Team, which sits within the CFD Group and alongside the Methodology team, is responsible for understanding and improving the agreement between aerodynamic prediction based on CFD tools and WT tests as well as real-world performance.

The position is open to candidates across a broad range of seniority levels, from junior to senior. Responsibilities and expectations will be aligned with the successful candidate's experience, competencies, and level of expertise. This position for the Audi Revolut F1® Team is based at Audi Motorsport AG in Hinwil (Switzerland) or Bicester (UK).

Your mission

• Work closely with CFD methodology, Aero Performance and Aero Development groups to increase the confidence level of the CFD tools driving the aerodynamics development of the race car
• Contribute to the understanding of current CFD models’ limitations and to the validation of new methodological improvements
• Contribute to the overall CFD process improvement
• Contribute to the improvement of the analysis tools used by the aerodynamic correlation group

Your profile

• MsC or PhD in Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field with a strong focus on computational fluid dynamics
• Previous experience in a similar role within an F1 team would be an advantage
• At least 3 years of professional experience on race car aerodynamics development or performance evaluation, including the application of CFD methods
• Experience in CFD/experimental data analysis and comparison
• Good knowledge of CFD methods and their application
• Knowledge of CFD software (OpenFOAM in particular)
• Knowledge of high-Reynolds flows physics and turbulence modelling
• Knowledge of WT testing and data acquisition techniques
• Familiarity with Python programming language
• Familiarity with Linux operating
• Familiarity with CAD software (CATIA V6/3DExperience an advantage)
• General knowledge of optimization techniques, Data Science, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence
• Demonstrate ownership, accountability and a strong commitment to delivery
• Foster close collaboration across the CFD Group and wider Aerodynamics organisation
• Challenge assumptions and seek continuous improvement through data-driven decision making