Senior Aerodynamicist

JR United Kingdom; Preston; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Audi F1 Project and shape the future of motorsport! This Senior Aerodynamicist role at Sauber offers an opportunity to work on innovative aerodynamic developments for F1. Collaborate, mentor, and enhance race car performance while pushing the limits of technology in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a senior aerodynamicist in Formula 1 is essential.
• Proficiency in CFD and wind tunnel testing programs required.
• Full professional proficiency in English or German desired.

Responsibilities

• Work within development groups on aerodynamic design and testing.
• Collaborate with engineers to enhance race car performance.
• Mentor less experienced aerodynamicists.

Skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in Aerodynamics or Fluid Mechanics Engineering

Tools

CFD software (preferably CATIA V5/V6/3Dx)

3D CAD software

Job description

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Senior Aerodynamicist, Preston, Lancashire

Client:

Stake F1 Team Kick Sauber

Location:

Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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) and Sauber Group's Formula 1 factory in Hinwil (Switzerland). The Neuburg facility handles the Power Unit, while Hinwil focuses on chassis development and race operations. The planned takeover by AUDI AG will turn these into a factory team, and you can be part of it.

What you need? The mindset of an athlete. If giving up isn’t an option for you and limits are just 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.
• Be involved 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 our race car's performance.
• Develop innovative thinking, tools, and processes.
• Suggest, investigate, and implement new methods to improve efficiency in aerodynamic design, testing, analysis, and reporting.
• Mentor less experienced aerodynamicists to improve their skills.

Your profile:

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