Simulation Terrain Modelling Student Placement

Red Bull Advanced Technologies; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading motorsport technology company in Milton Keynes is offering an exciting student placement opportunity in their F1 Vehicle Dynamics team. The role involves maintaining vehicle models, validating simulations, and developing automated tools. Ideal candidates should be pursuing a degree in Engineering, Science, or Mathematics, with strong analytical skills and programming experience. The placement starts in summer 2026 and offers numerous benefits including a free daily food allowance and gym access.

Benefits

Free daily food allowance

Free gym access

Fitness classes

Discounts with partners

Unlimited Red Bull

Qualifications

• Studying an Engineering, Science or Mathematics degree.
• Experience with scientific programming languages.
• Excellent mathematical and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop vehicle models and analysis tools.
• Validate simulations against track/rig data.
• Develop automated routines and processes.

Skills

Mathematical skills

Analytical skills

Matlab

Python

Scientific programming experience

Education

Engineering, Science or Mathematics degree

Job description

Overview

Red Bull Technology have exciting opportunities for undergraduate students to spend a year as part of our F1 Vehicle Dynamics team. The placements will run from summer of 2026 for one year and offer the opportunity to demonstrate your enthusiasm and apply your knowledge in an open and dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop vehicle models and analysis tools
• Validation of simulations and models against track/rig data
• Working closely on problem solving with performance groups
• Develop automated routines and processes as required
• Test and validate driver-in-the-loop models
• Provide real-time event support

Candidate profile / Requirements

To be considered for this role, you will preferably:

• Studying an Engineering, Science or Mathematic degree
• Have excellent mathematical and analytical skills
• Have experience with a scientific programming language (e.g Matlab, Simulink, Dymola or Python)
• Possess good grasp of physics and dynamics

Key Attributes

• Positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn new skills
• Ability to follow best practice and work on multiple tasks simultaneously
• Excellent communication skills and experience working in a team environment
• Hands-on approach to problem solving
• Ability to logically and methodically investigate faults and failures

Application details

The placement will be for 1 year, starting in the summer of 2026. To be considered for this Student Placement, please apply to this advert and submit both your CV and a one-page Cover Letter. Not only is this a fantastic opportunity to complete your student placement at our championship winning team, but it is also a great opportunity to work with some of the greatest talents in F1. A good salary is just the start, there are many other benefits too, such as a free daily food allowance, free gym access and fitness classes, multiple discounts and offers with our partners, free barista style coffee, unlimited Red Bull and much more!

Application closing date: 16:00 (BST) Friday 26th September 2025.

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