Senior Aerodynamicist

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Audi F1 Project and contribute to shaping the future of motorsport as a senior aerodynamicist. You'll engage directly in innovative aerodynamic development, collaboration with experts, and mentoring, playing a pivotal role in optimizing race car performance under high-pressure conditions. This position offers a unique opportunity to be part of a historic motorsport initiative.

Qualifications

• Experience and a track record as a (senior) aerodynamicist in Formula 1.
• Strong understanding of CFD and wind tunnel testing.
• Full professional proficiency in English or German.

Responsibilities

• Work in development groups for aerodynamic development.
• Mentor less experienced aerodynamicists.
• Collaborate closely with engineers to enhance race car performance.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Creative thinking

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Engineering degree in aerodynamics or fluid mechanics

Tools

CFD software

3D CAD software (CATIA V5/V6/3Dx)

Job description

Join the Audi F1 Project - Shape the Future of Motorsport!

Welcome to the Audi F1 Project.

Audi will be competing in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship from 2026.
The new team has two locations: Audi's Motorsport Competence Center in Neuburg (Germany), one of the most modern in Europe, and the Sauber Group's Formula 1 factory in Hinwil (Switzerland), known for innovative technologies and racing passion. The Power Unit is developed in Neuburg, while Hinwil focuses on chassis and race operations. The planned takeover by AUDI AG will turn two teams into a factory team – and you can be part of it.

What do you need? The mindset of an athlete. If giving up isn’t an option for you and you see limits as challenges to overcome, you can bring "Vorsprung durch Technik" to Formula 1 with us. Become part of this unique project and make motorsport history.

The position for the Audi F1 Project is based at Sauber in Hinwil (Switzerland).

Your mission

• Work within one of our development groups
• Participate in all aspects of aerodynamic development, including innovative concept definition, testing, and analysis of numerical and experimental simulations
• Collaborate closely with aerodynamicists, CFD engineers, and model designers to enhance race car performance
• Develop innovative thinking, tools, and processes
• Suggest, investigate, and implement new methods to improve efficiency in aerodynamic design, testing, and reporting
• Mentor less experienced aerodynamicists to help improve their skills

Your profile

• Experience and a track record as a (senior) aerodynamicist in Formula 1
• A strong educational background in aerodynamics, engineering degree in aerodynamics or fluid mechanics
• Proficient in CFD and 3D CAD software (preferably CATIA V5/V6/3Dx)
• Strong understanding of CFD and wind tunnel testing, with experience in wind tunnel programs
• Excellent problem-solving skills, analytical mindset, attention to detail
• Ability to meet performance targets within strict deadlines
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills
• Highly self-motivated, creative, result-oriented, capable of working independently and extra hours when needed
• Team player with initiative and decision-making skills
• Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision and high work ethic
• Willing to learn from and share knowledge with others
• Full professional proficiency in English or German, with willingness to learn basic skills in the other language