Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Aston Martin Red Bull Racing; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

On-site gym

Free daily food allowance

Job summary

Aston Martin Red Bull Racing is seeking an experienced electrical systems designer. You will lead the design and release of various electrical systems, ensuring performance and reliability across high-end automotive applications.

The ideal candidate has at least 6 years of experience in the motorsport or automotive sectors, strong skills in wiring harness design, and proficiency in Siemens tools. A structured bonus scheme, private healthcare, and a pension are among the benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of experience in electrical system design for motorsport or automotive.
• Strong understanding of communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet).
• Proven ability to deliver under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and release of electrical systems and sub‑systems.
• Gather project requirements and generate reports.
• Own parts from concept to release, managing targets.

Skills

Low-voltage automotive electrical systems

Wiring harness design

Project management

Clear communication

Tools

Siemens Capital

Siemens NX

Job description

At Red Bull Advanced Technologies, we take the relentless pursuit of performance from the racetrack and apply it to the world’s most challenging engineering problems. From cutting‑edge aerodynamics to high‑performance vehicle design, our expertise in Formula1 innovation drives breakthroughs across industries. Whether it’s revolutionizing mobility, advancing sustainability, or redefining speed, we bring world‑class engineering to the forefront of technological excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead design and release of electrical systems and sub‑systems (e.g., wiring harnesses, sensors, control units, power distribution, communication networks).
• Gather and understand project requirements, create requirement and specification documents, and generate engineering reports.
• Define system architectures, interface requirements, and integration strategies in collaboration with cross‑functional teams (Mechanical, Aero, Vehicle Dynamics, etc.).
• Produce and check schematics, harness drawings, and 3D routings using Siemens Capital and NX.
• Own parts from concept to release, managing DFMEA, DVP, BOMs, cost, and mass targets.
• Work closely with planning, procurement, suppliers and manufacturing to deliver parts to spec, on time, and right first time.
• Support vehicle build, test, and commissioning activities – including fault finding and rapid issue resolution.
• Coach and review work of junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement in tools and process.

Required Skills and Experience

• Minimum 6 years of experience in electrical system design for motorsport, automotive, aerospace, or high‑performance sectors.
• Strong understanding of low‑voltage automotive electrical systems and relevant communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet).
• Expertise in wiring harness design, routing, and system packaging.
• Proficiency in Siemens Capital and Siemens NX.
• Working knowledge of industry quality and safety standards.
• Proven delivery under tight deadlines in high‑pressure environments.
• Capable of taking technical ownership and driving projects independently.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with hybrid or EV platforms.
• Trackside or test rig support experience.

Soft Skills

• Clear communicator, confident in cross‑discipline collaboration.
• Pragmatic problem solver with strong attention to detail.
• Proactive, accountable, and results oriented.

Benefits

• Bonus scheme
• Private healthcare
• A pension scheme
• On‑site gym
• Free daily food allowance
• And many more!

If you’re ready to be part of a team that’s redefining the future, apply now.