Power Unit Operations Student Placement

Red Bull Racing & Red Bull Technology; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is offering an exciting Student Placement within their Power Unit Operations team. This opportunity allows undergraduate students to immerse themselves in the thrilling world of Formula 1, focusing on the performance and efficiency of hybrid power units. Students will gain hands-on experience in engine assembly and maintenance while collaborating with skilled technicians. This placement not only offers a competitive salary but also a range of perks, including free meals, gym access, and discounts with partners. It's a chance to learn from the best in the field and contribute to a championship-winning team.

Benefits

Free daily food allowance

Free gym access

Fitness classes

Multiple discounts with partners

Free barista style coffee

Unlimited Red Bull

Qualifications

• Strong academic background in relevant fields.
• Hands-on mechanical engine experience, especially with ICE Assembly.

Responsibilities

• Support build admin processes and streamline operating procedures.
• Facilitate communication between technical and operational departments.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Hands-on Engine Assembly

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Team Collaboration

Education

2:1 degree in Engineering, Science or Technology

Job description

Red Bull Powertrains have an exciting Student Placement opportunity within the Power Unit Operations team for an undergraduate student to spend a year as part of our Powertrains journey as we prepare for our first year of racing. The placements will run from summer of 2025 for one year and offer the opportunity to demonstrate your enthusiasm and apply your knowledge in an open and dynamic environment.

The Power Unit Operations team at Red Bull Racing plays a critical role in ensuring the performance, reliability, and efficiency of the car's power unit throughout the Formula 1 season. This department encompasses several specialised areas, including Engine Build, Sub Assembly, Engine Strip, and ERS (Energy Recovery System) Assembly. Together, these units manage the assembly, disassembly, inspection, and maintenance of the internal combustion engine and its hybrid systems. The Engine Build team meticulously assembles race-ready engines to exact specifications, while Sub Assembly prepares key components for integration. Engine Strip handles the teardown and analysis of power units post-race to identify wear or potential issues, and the ERS Assembly team focuses on the complex hybrid systems that recover and deploy energy efficiently during races. This entire operation is supported by a dedicated team of highly skilled technicians whose precision and expertise are vital in delivering peak power unit performance under the intense demands of Formula 1.

In this role, you will be integrated into the whole PU Operations function and support the build admin processes which will include streamlining standard operating procedures, ensuring the correct part documentation is to the specification that is set by the design office and be a critical player in the communication between the technical and operational departments.

Desirable Knowledge and Experience:

• Strong academic background
• On track to achieve a 2:1 degree or above in Engineering, Science or Technology subjects
• Good knowledge of Formula 1 hybrid power units & components
• Hands on / practical mechanical engine experience, especially with ICE Assembly
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Word/Excel to enable operation of internal business systems

Key Attributes of the Successful Candidate:

• Positive, can-do, attitude and willingness to learn new skills
• Ability to follow best practice and work on multiple tasks simultaneously
• Excellent communication skills and experience working in a team environment
• Hands-on approach to problem solving

The placement will be for 1 year, starting July 2025. To be considered for this Student Placement, please apply to this advert and submit both your CV and a one-page Cover Letter.

Not only is this a fantastic opportunity to complete your student placement at our championship winning team, but it is also a great opportunity to work with some of the greatest talents in F1. A good salary is just the start, there are many other benefits too, such as a free daily food allowance, free gym access and fitness classes, multiple discounts and offers with our partners, free barista style coffee, unlimited Red Bull and much more!