Senior Wind Tunnel Systems Engineer

Red Bull Racing & Red Bull Technology; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site gym

Free daily food allowance

And many more!

Job summary

A leading motorsport company in Milton Keynes is seeking a Senior Wind Tunnel Systems Engineer within its Aerodynamics Technology Development group. Responsibilities include R&D of aerodynamic tools and collaborating with a design team on innovative projects. Ideal candidates should have experience in project management, be proficient in software like C#, and have a strong understanding of hydraulic and mechanical systems, along with expertise in data acquisition systems. Competitive salary and perks like on-site gym and free meals offered.

Qualifications

• Talented and enthusiastic with a proactive approach.
• Ability to learn, maintain, and develop new systems.
• Professional experience in multi-disciplinary engineering.

Responsibilities

• Part of a multi-disciplinary design team for R&D.
• Involved in innovative projects for wind tunnel facilities.
• Collaborate across teams to ensure integration and performance requirements are met.

Skills

Project management

Software development using C#

Familiarity with Python and C++

Industrial control system development

Maintenance of hydraulic systems

Understanding mechanical systems interaction

Metrology solutions development

Data acquisition systems expertise

Tools

C#

Python

C++

Beckhoff TwinCAT

Siemens TIA/Step7

Leica

Polyworks

Pi Toolbox

Pi Diablo

McLaren ATLAS

System Monitor

Job description

Join to apply for the Senior Wind Tunnel Systems Engineer role at Red Bull Racing & Red Bull Technology

At Red Bull Racing & Technology, we don’t just compete—we innovate, disrupt, and push beyond the limits of performance. We are driven by relentless ambition, cutting‑edge technology, and a determination to win at every level. Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do, and we thrive on trust, creativity, and bold ideas. We celebrate wins as a team, big or small, because success is always a shared achievement.

We are currently seeking a Senior Wind Tunnel Systems Engineer to work within our Aerodynamics Technology Development group.

The group’s remit is the research and development of tools for aerodynamic development. In this role you will be an integral part of our multi‑disciplinary design team, involved in a variety of innovative and cutting‑edge projects primarily for our state‑of‑the‑art wind tunnel model and test facilities.

Applicants interested in applying for the above role will be talented, enthusiastic and self‑motivated, with a proactive approach and the ability to learn, maintain and develop new mechanical, electrical, electronic and software systems.

Reflecting the multi‑disciplinary nature of the role, applications will be welcome from candidates who can demonstrate professional experience across all of the following areas:

• A proven history of project management across a range of complexity and under tight timeframes
• Software development using C#, and familiarity with other languages, e.g. Python and C++
• Industrial control system development, e.g. Beckhoff TwinCAT or Siemens TIA/Step7
• Development and maintenance of hydraulic systems
• Understanding of how mechanical systems interact and are controlled
• Use and development of metrology solutions used within a wind tunnel environment, e.g. Leica / Polyworks
• Expert knowledge of data acquisition systems typically used in motorsport, e.g. Pi Toolbox / Pi Diablo, McLaren ATLAS / System Monitor

What we can offer you:

At Red Bull Technology, we’re more than a Formula 1 team—we’re a high‑performance innovation hub, pushing the limits of what’s possible. We thrive on big ambitions, bold engineering, and a relentless drive to win. Our success is built on trust, collaboration, and the belief that the best ideas come from those who dare to challenge the norm. Alongside a competitive salary, you’ll enjoy:

• On‑site gym
• Free daily food allowance
• And many more!

But above all, you’ll be part of a world‑class team, powering cutting‑edge technology and driving championship‑winning cars. Ready to take on the challenge? Apply now and be part of the future of F1.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Engineering and Manufacturing

Industries

Spectator Sports and Motor Vehicle Manufacturing