Electronics Lead Engineer (PU)

Van Amersfoort Racing; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; 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 is seeking a Powertrain Electrical/Electronic Systems Engineer to specify, design, test, calibrate and support powertrain electronics. You will lead technical reviews, mentor engineers, and coordinate with stakeholders to integrate electronics across the propulsion and vehicle systems.

The role requires strong fault investigation, design release, and leadership; you will manage workflows, ensure timely delivery, and contribute to continuous improvement in a

Qualifications

• Proven ability to specify, design, and deliver robust electrical/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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Leadership & mentoring

Powertrain electronics design

Systems integration

Project planning

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.