Senior Test Design Engineer

Red Bull Racing & Red Bull Technology; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

On-site gym

Free daily food

Job summary

Red Bull Powertrains is seeking a Senior Design Engineer for the Test Design Team in Milton Keynes to push the limits of F1 power unit technology. You will lead the design of systems interfacing between PU components and test facilities, driving performance and rigorous verification.

The role requires strong mechanical engineering fundamentals, NX CAD expertise, and a proven ability to deliver robust design tools and modelling support within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Expert in multi-disciplinary mechanical design within a test design context.
• Strong leadership to inspire and coach engineers.
• Experience with decision-making under tight timelines and imperfect data.
• Able to develop robust design tools and support test systems modelling.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of systems interfacing PU components with test facilities.
• Drive fault resolution and manage NCRs and concessions impact.
• Collaborate across Test Design Team, Test Operations, and wider business.

Skills

NX CAD

Mechanical design leadership

GD&T

DFM/ DFA manufacturing

Rig/dyno testing experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

At Red Bull Powertrains, we’re redefining F1 power unit technology, pushing the limits of innovation and manufacturing grand prix winning power unit components. Join a team of talented individuals and visionaries dedicated to creating the future of motorsport. If you have the passion and expertise to drive excellence, the challenge starts here.

We are seeking a Senior Design Engineer to join our Test Design Team and drive the future of motorsport innovation. You will be based at our cutting‑edge engineering and manufacturing facility in Milton Keynes, designed to produce high‑performance Power Units for the 2026 engine regulations.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for delivering the maximum performance potential to the podium, collaborating closely with all teams within Red Bull Powertrains. To succeed, you must lead the design of systems which interface between PU (ICE, ERS, ESS, Turbo) and fired/non‑fired test facilities to enable the UUT to be evaluated against verification/confirmation criteria. Includes sub‑system level (Rigs) test capability.

Key Attributes

• Proven ability to lead complex multi‑disciplinary mechanical design projects, collaborating within the Test Design Team, Test Operations Department and across the wider business, while also working independently when required. Can do attitude.
• Strong technical leadership skills in a number of areas relevant to Test Design, with the ability to inspire, motivate, and coach engineers within the Team and across the wider business.
• Demonstrated experience in complex decision‑making and strategic thinking, even when faced with imperfect data and tight timelines. Confident in challenging the wider business to ensure Test Design project scope & tasks are fit for purpose.
• Proven ability to develop robust design tools such as calculation worksheets that can be used by others in the Team, run models and support development of Test Systems modelling.
• Able to lead fault resolution activities into faults assigned through the fault system and oversee the response to several faults across the team. Able to assess the implication of NCR's and Concessions on any parts or assemblies, and approve or reject them.

Key Competencies

• Expert NX (or other CAD package) user able to model parts and assemblies of any complexity themselves and guide others in the Team.
• Expert understanding of drafting and GD&T, able to tolerate complicated assemblies, and capable of robustly checking the drawings of others in the Team.
• Good appreciation of DFM and DFA and how own designs can be adapted for manufacturing, assembly, and cost targets. Full understanding of manufacturing processes used within Test Design projects.
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Physics, or an equivalent qualification.
• High level of competence in both Mechanical Engineering fundamentals and practical applications of mechanical, fluid, and thermal analysis of components.
• Experience in conducting measurements for development rig or dyno testing of mechanical components, sub‑assemblies, or power units.

Interview Process

• Online technical test
• 30 minute Teams call
• 90 minute onsite interview

At Red Bull Powertrains, we push the limits, fight for every victory, and get things done with relentless focus. Joining us means being part of a high‑performance team that thrives on collaboration, trust, and ambition. We celebrate wins, learn from challenges, and take our work seriously—but not ourselves. Alongside a competitive salary, you’ll enjoy:

Benefits

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

Most importantly, you’ll play a key role in powering championship‑winning cars. If you're ready to be part of something extraordinary, apply now and help shape the future of F1.