Electronics Lead Engineer (PU)

Red Bull Racing & Red Bull Technology; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

On-site gym

Free daily food allowance

Job summary

Red Bull Racing & Technology in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Powertrain Electronics Engineer to lead the specification, design, integration, and delivery of complex E/E systems for high-performance powertrains.

The role involves mentoring engineers, conducting design reviews, and coordinating across multifunctional teams to ensure robust, compliant solutions that meet project timelines and standards.

Qualifications

• Experience designing and delivering powertrain electrical/electronic systems.
• Experience with design reviews and technical mentoring.
• Strong leadership and ability to coordinate tasks.

Responsibilities

• Lead specification, design, integration, and delivery of powertrain E/E systems.
• Investigate and resolve electrical system issues promptly.
• Support continuous improvement and reliability initiatives.
• Review and approve designs and provide technical guidance.
• Coordinate workflows, documentation, and release processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate systems.

Skills

Powertrain electronics

Design review

Mentoring

Project coordination

Fault investigation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Job description

At Red Bull Racing & Technology, we don't just compete, we innovate, push boundaries, and strive for performance at every level.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the specification, design, testing, calibration, and support Powertrain electrical/electronic systems and associated equipment.

They will provide technical guidance and mentoring to Engineers and Junior Engineers, conduct design reviews, allocate tasks, and collaborate with key stakeholders across the business to ensure Electronics Design is fully integrated with wider engineering activities.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead the specification, design, integration, and delivery of Powertrain electrical/electronic systems and associated equipment.
• Investigate and resolve electrical system issues, ensuring faults and assigned actions are completed promptly.
• Support continuous improvement, development, and reliability initiatives, coordinating resources and driving project progress.
• Review and approve designs produced by Engineers and Junior Engineers, providing technical guidance to ensure robust, fit-for-purpose solutions.
• Coordinate design workflows, task allocation, documentation, and release processes, ensuring projects are delivered on time and to the required standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate electrical and electronic systems, maintain design standards, and contribute to best practices and departmental procedures.
  

What We're Looking For

• Proven ability to specify, design, and deliver robust electrical and electronic systems and components.
• Strong understanding of engineering standards, documentation, drawing review, and design release processes.
• Experience investigating and resolving electrical/electronic faults and driving corrective actions to completion.
• Ability to define requirements, scope work packages, and provide technical direction for complex engineering projects.
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring skills, with experience supporting the development of engineers and junior team members.
• Effective planning, prioritisation, and resource management skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple tasks and meet project deadlines.
  

What's In It For You?

Alongside a competitive salary, you'll enjoy:

• Bonus scheme
• Private healthcare
• Pension scheme
• On-site gym
• Free daily food allowance
• And much more
  

Above all, you'll have the opportunity to learn from some of the best engineers in motorsport, develop your technical skills in a world-class environment, and play a part in helping us push the limits of performance.

Ready to start your F1 journey?