R&D Test Student Placement

Red Bull Technology Group; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Free daily food allowance

Free gym access and fitness classes

Partner discounts and offers

Free barista-style coffee

Unlimited Red Bull

Job summary

Red Bull Technology in Milton Keynes invites an undergraduate student to join the Research & Development Chassis Test team for a one-year industrial placement starting Summer 2027. Based at our Milton Keynes Technology Campus, you will work alongside engineers and technicians on chassis testing and validation, contributing to race-winning performance.

You will gain hands-on experience with CAD, test rigs, data analysis and reporting while developing practical engineering skills and professional

Qualifications

• Studying towards a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering or a related discipline.
• Combining strong computer skills with a practical, hands-on approach.
• A curious problem solver with a willingness to learn and contribute.
• An effective communicator who enjoys working as part of a collaborative team.
• Able to demonstrate practical engineering experience or involvement in projects outside of your academic studies.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with experienced engineers and develop technical and practical skills.
• Develop your CAD competencies through structured training and practical applications.
• Produce detailed drawings for R&D test rigs, fixtures and assemblies, ready for manufacture.
• Support the build and preparation of test rigs for chassis tests.
• Participate in the testing of components and assemblies following high standards.
• Assist with analysis and interpretation of test data and contribute to technical reports.
• Take an active role in day-to-day running and continuous improvement of the R&D Chassis Test Department.
• Contribute to the presentation and organisation of one of Formula 1's most advanced testing environments.

Skills

CAD

Data analysis

Teamwork

Communication

Practical engineering

Education

Enrolled in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering degree

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Red Bull Technology has an exciting opportunity for an undergraduate student to join our Research & Development Chassis Test team for a one-year industrial placement starting in Summer 2027.

This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience at the heart of a championship-winning Formula 1 team, working alongside some of the sport's most talented Engineers and Technicians.

Based at our Milton Keynes Technology Campus, you will become part of the team responsible for testing and validating an extensive range of chassis components and assemblies, from individual parts through to complete race car. You will gain exposure to real engineering challenges, contribute to cutting-edge R&D projects, and see first-hand how innovative ideas are transformed into race-winning performance.

What you will be doing:

• Throughout your placement, you will work closely with experienced engineers and develop valuable technical and practical skills, including:
• Developing your CAD competencies through structured training and practical applications.
• Producing detailed drawings for R&D test rigs, fixtures and assemblies, ready for manufacture.
• Supporting the build and preparation of test rigs for a wide range of chassis tests.
• Participating in the testing of components and assemblies, following the high standards and procedures expected within Formula 1.
• Assisting with the analysis and interpretation of test data and contributing to technical reports that influence engineering decisions.
• Taking an active role in the day-to-day running and continuous improvement of the R&D Chassis Test Department.
• Contributing to the presentation and organisation of one of Formula 1's most advanced testing environment.

What we are looking for:

• We are looking for enthusiastic, motivated students with a passion for engineering and motorsport that fulfil the requirements below:
• Studying towards a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering or a related discipline.
• Combining strong computer skills with a practical, hands-on approach.
• A curious problem solver with a willingness to learn and contribute.
• An effective communicator who enjoys working as part of a collaborative team.
• Able to demonstrate practical engineering experience or involvement in projects outside of your academic studies.

This placement offers the opportunity to:

• Work on real Formula 1 engineering projects with direct business impact.
• Develop practical skills in testing, data analysis, design and problem-solving.
• Learn from experienced engineers and industry experts.
• Gain valuable experience within a world-class research and development environment.
• Build skills and knowledge that will support your future engineering career.

Not only is this a fantastic opportunity to complete your industrial placement with a championship-winning Formula 1 team, but you'll also enjoy a range of benefits, including:

• Competitive salary
• Free daily food allowance
• Free gym access and fitness classes
• Partner discounts and offers
• Free barista-style coffee
• Unlimited Red Bull

The placement will be for 1 year, starting July 2027.