Simulation Software Engineer Student Placement (Powertrains)

Red Bull; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Private healthcare

On-site gym

Free daily food allowance

Job summary

Red Bull Powertrains in Milton Keynes is offering a year-long placement for undergraduates eager to push engineering innovation in a fast-paced F1 environment. You will work closely with simulation engineers to deliver accurate results, report automation, and develop workflows for new techniques including AI and advanced physics models.

Joining the Engineering Tools & Methods team, you’ll gain hands-on exposure to state-of-the-art facilities and contribute to powering championship-winning cars

Qualifications

• At least one year of undergraduate study in engineering, math, or physics.
• Strong engineering principles and ability to apply mathematical methods to problems.
• Familiar with CAD, FEA, CFD software.
• Experience with Python, C++, MATLAB or similar languages.
• Familiar with Linux and command-line applications.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop pre- and post-processing software tools used within the simulation teams.
• Develop process workflows to ensure FEA and CFD simulations run efficiently and two separate documents.

Skills

Python

C++

MATLAB

CAD

FEA

CFD

Linux

Engineering principles

Applied mathematics

Teamwork and communication

Education

Undergraduate engineering/math/physics

Tools

CAD

FEA

CFD

Job description

consistently. Work closely with simulation engineers to deliver accurate results, report automation, and job monitoring. Investigate and deliver workflows for new simulation techniques, including AI and improved physics models. Maintain a clean code base including standard branching strategies and CI/CD pipelines. Collaborating closely with all the technical teams to deliver world-class engineering solutions Gaining direct exposure to the 2027 Formula 1 season and contributing to the future of Red Bull Powertrains We're looking for passionate, curious, and driven undergraduates who are eager to push the limits of engineering innovation in a fast paced, high-performance environment. If you're ready to take on real responsibility, solve real-world engineering challenges and contribute to the future of Red Bull Racing's success on track, this is your opportunity.

The placement will be for 1 year, starting July 2027.

Expected knowledge, experience & attributes of the successful candidates:

• Knowledge and experience from at least one year of undergraduate study on either an engineering, mathematics or physics degree course
• A solid understanding of engineering principles and the ability to apply mathematical methods to solve real-world problems
• Familiarity with engineering software such as CAD, FEA, CFD
• Experience with Python, C++, MATLAB of other similar programming languages
• Familiar using Linux and command line applications
• Ability to follow best practice and work on multiple tasks simultaneously
• Excellent communication skills and experience working in a team environment
• Ability to break complex technical problems down to fundamental principles and understand the contributing physics
• Ability to demonstrate a genuine passion for engineering through involvement in extra-curricular projects, previous placements, or work experience

Red Bull Powertrains are offering multiple year-long placement opportunities within our Engineering Tools & Methods. In these hands-on roles you will be emersed into the heart of our state-of-the-art Technical and Manufacturing facilities where we drive engineering and innovation to the limit to develop cutting-edge Formula 1 power units. Pushing boundaries is in our DNA! The Engineering Tools & Methods team plays a crucial role in driving engineering performance at Red Bull Powertrains. By supporting all technical and manufacturing departments, they develop and implement best practices that streamline processes, improve efficiency, and enhance collaboration. This team is fundamental to ensuring we operate at the highest level, supporting our mission to be the best team on the grid.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Develop pre- and post-processing software tools used within the simulation teams.
• Develop process workflows to ensure FEA and CFD simulations run efficiently and two separate documents.

Alongside a competitive salary, you'll enjoy:

• Bonus scheme
• 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.