Test Design Engineer

Red Bull Racing Limited

Milton Keynes

On-site

GBP 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

3 days ago

Be an early applicant

Application generator

An application made for this job — a tailored resume and cover letter that speak straight to the posting.

Get past ATS filters

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

On-site gym

Free daily meals

Job summary

Red Bull Powertrains in Milton Keynes is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the design of systems interfacing powertrain units with test facilities, enabling evaluation against verification criteria. You will model assemblies, perform engineering analysis, and drive fault resolution to deliver peak performance.

The role requires a degree in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering or Physics and strong NX CAD capabilities, with a focus on mechanical, fluid, and thermal analysis.

Qualifications

Proven ability to deliver mechanical design projects and lead cross-functional collaboration.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making under tight timelines.
Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Physics, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Lead the design of systems interfacing PU (ICE, ERS, ESS, Turbo) with test facilities.
Drive fault resolution activities and assess non-conformance and concessions.
Collaborate with Test Design Team and broader RBPT to maximize performance.

Skills

CAD modelling

Engineering analysis

Fault resolution

Independent work

Modeling & testing

Education

Mechanical/Automotive Engineering or Physics

Tools

Siemens NX

3D CAD software

Job description

Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom

Trending

Job Description

Join Red Bull Powertrains and be part of a team pushing the limits of innovation and performance in Formula 1 power unit technology. If you're a passionate engineer, problem-solver, or technical expert, this is your chance to help shape the future of motorsport at the highest level. Are you ready for the challenge?

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 to the UUT to be evaluated against verification/confirmation criteria. Includes sub-system level (Rigs) test capability.

Key Attributes

Proven ability to deliver mechanical design projects, collaborating with the Test Design Team and across the wider business, while also working independently when required.
Can do attitude and willingness to embrace new mechanical design challenges.
Strong technical skills in a number of areas relevant to Test Design.
Demonstrated experience in complex decision-making, when faced with imperfect data and tight timelines.
Proven ability to use design tools based on hand-calculation, run models and support development of test systems modelling.
Able to lead fault resolution activities into faults assigned through RBPT’s fault system. Able to assess Non-conformance requests and Concessions on any parts or assemblies and approve or reject them.

Key Competencies

Competent Siemens NX (or other CAD package) user able to model parts and assemblies of varying complexity.
Good understanding of drafting and GD&T, able to tolerance assemblies.
Good appreciation of DFM and DFA and how own designs can be adapted for manufacturing, assembly, and cost targets.
Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Physics, or an equivalent qualification.
High level of competence in both Engineering fundamentals and practical applications of mechanical, fluid, and thermal analysis of components.

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:

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, and help shape the future of F1.

Job Info