System Design Student Placement (Chassis)

Red Bull Racing Limited; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free daily food allowance

Free gym access and fitness classes

Partner discounts

Free barista coffee

Unlimited Red Bull

Job summary

Red Bull Technologyis looking for an Undergraduate Student to join the System Design department for a one-year placement starting Summer 2027, based at Milton Keynes. You will work across chassis systems and power unit installation, applying maths, physics and engineering fundamentals with close collaboration with designers, managers and technicians.

The role emphasizes CAD design, material selection, documentation, and following departmental best practices, with opportunities to develop problem

Qualifications

• Currently an undergraduate engineering student.
• Strong foundation in mathematics, physics and engineering principles.
• Experience with CAD tools and basic drafting or drafting standards.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical design of chassis-related components and tooling.
• Material selection for metallic, polymeric, and composite parts.
• CAD design, drafting, calculations and fault diagnosis.

Skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Clear reporting

Education

Pursuing Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

Siemens NX

Microsoft Office

Teams

Job description

Red Bull Technology have an exciting opportunity for an Undergraduate Student to spend a year as part of our System Design department. The placement will run from summer of 2027 for one year and offer the chance to demonstrate your enthusiasm and apply your knowledge to real racing events!

Based on our Milton Keynes Campus this unique role covers a wide range of different technical areas, each demanding a high level of computer literacy and a clear understanding of the principles of mathematics, physics, and engineering. Interpersonal skills, good organisation, efficient and clear reporting will be equally valued.
Red Bull Technology is inviting candidates to apply for Industrial Placement positions within its Vehicle design Department.

Chassis Systems and PU Integration Design

The key accountabilities of this role are:

• Mechanical design of components related to chassis systems and power unit installation along with any associated tooling, pit gear and jigs.
• Be involved in material selection (metallic, polymeric, and composite), rig testing and structural sign off.
• CAD design, CAD draughting, calculations and fault diagnosis.
• The preparation of technical documentation to support your designs.
• Developing problem solving and communication skills through working closely with designers, managers, mechanics, and technical specialists from throughout the organisation.
• Following best practice as defined by the department for all activities.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• An understanding of chassis and power unit systems design (e.g. ICE installation, cooling systems, fuel system, electrical installation, exhausts etc..).
• An understanding of Mechanical Engineering principles and calculation.
• Knowledge of Microsoft office and Teams.
• A good understanding of 3D CAD. Siemens NX is preferable but not essential.
• Understanding of and ability to produce engineering drawings.
• A passion for Mechanical Engineering

The placement will be for 1 year, starting in the summer of 2027.

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!