Turbocharger Development Engineer - CFD Simulation

JR United Kingdom; Basildon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering team in the exhilarating world of Formula 1, where you will contribute to groundbreaking projects that shape the future of motorsport. This role offers the chance to develop advanced combustion processes and gas-exchange systems using cutting-edge 3D-CFD simulations. Collaborate with experts in a dynamic environment, enhancing workflows and toolchains while correlating simulation data with real-world engine tests. If you're driven by challenges and have a passion for engineering excellence, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact in a historic project.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in internal combustion engine development.
• Strong knowledge of engine technology and simulation tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop combustion process and gas-exchange via 3D-CFD simulations.
• Plan, execute, and evaluate 3D CFD simulations and prepare reports.

Skills

3D-CFD Simulation

Combustion Process Development

Thermodynamic Development

Data Handling from Testbenches

Teamwork

Organizational Skills

Independent Working Style

Proficiency in German or English

Education

Technical Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Technical Degree in Automotive Engineering

Technical Degree in Fluid Mechanics

Tools

Virtual Development Tool Chains

Job description

Job Description:

Our Team: Welcome to the Audi F1 Project. Audi will be competing in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship from 2026. The new team has three locations: the Motorsport Competence Center of Audi in Neuburg (Germany), the Sauber Group's Formula 1 factory in Hinwil (Switzerland), and the Sauber Motorsport Technical Center in the UK, which will be operational this year. Our Power Unit comes from Neuburg, while Hinwil is responsible for chassis development and race operations.

What you need? The mindset of an athlete. If giving up isn’t an option for you and limits are just challenges to overcome, you can bring 'Vorsprung durch Technik' to Formula 1 with us. Join this unique project and make motorsport history.

The position is based at Audi Formula Racing GmbH in Neuburg, Germany.

Your Responsibilities:

• Develop combustion process and gas-exchange via 3D-CFD simulations.
• Perform thermodynamic development of the engine's gas-exchange, combustion phase, and flow simulation of intake & exhaust systems.
• Plan, execute, and evaluate 3D CFD simulations, preparing proper reports.
• Correlate simulation data with measurement data from engine tests and testbenches.
• Improve workflows and toolchains for simulation and test data analysis.

Your Profile:

• Technical degree in mechanical engineering, automotive engineering, fluid mechanics, or related fields.
• Several years of experience in internal combustion engine development, especially 3D CFD simulation.
• Strong knowledge of engine technology and virtual development tool chains.
• Experience with data handling from testbenches.
• Excellent teamwork, organizational skills, and responsibility.
• Independent, precise working style.
• Proficiency in German or English; willingness to learn the other language is a plus.

About Us:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people with disabilities and look forward to your application to join our pursuit of excellence in Formula 1.