VCARB F1 Team - R&D Support Engineer

Red Bull Company Limited; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerodynamics firm in the UK is seeking an experienced R&D Support Engineer. You will be responsible for supporting various R&D activities, specifically in wind tunnel model building and design using Siemens NX. The ideal candidate should have strong model making experience and be able to work autonomously. This role offers a range of benefits including healthcare and a bonus scheme.

Benefits

Bonus Scheme

Free daily food allowance

Private Healthcare

Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Life insurance

Car Scheme

Gym

Qualifications

• Proficiency in design software such as Siemens NX Schematics required.
• Experience as a model maker is essential.
• Ability to work autonomously in a high-pressure environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the build of new wind tunnel models.
• Design R&D related apparatus and write procedures.
• Commission and run various rigs and fixtures.

Skills

Proficient in Siemens NX

Model maker experience

Ability to work in high pressure

Attention to detail

Autonomous work

Creative suggestions

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Overview

We are looking for an experienced R&D Support Engineer to be responsible for supporting R&D activities across the Aerodynamics department and providing support for model shop daily activities when required. Primarily based across the Wind Tunnel Engineering and Modelshop groups, but will also support the development of other production groups. Recruitment for this position will take place on a rolling basis, meaning that should the ideal candidate be identified the vacancy will be closed. If you are interested in the role, we encourage you to promptly apply.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the build of new wind tunnel models
• Design of R&D related apparatus using Siemens NX; procedure development and report writing
• The assembly, commissioning and running of various rigs and fixtures
• Support R&D activities in Bedford when required, with some weekend work required
• Provide hands-on support to Modelshop during busy periods to relieve pressure, including the preparation of model parts and attending Bedford Wind Tunnel

Knowledge and experience / Qualifications

• Must be proficient in using design software such as Siemens NX Schematics (essential)
• Must have model maker experience (essential)
• Ability to work in a high pressured environment (essential)
• Previous experience of working within F1, Aerospace or Automotive companies (essential)
• Attention to detail (essential)
• Must be able to work autonomously
• Ability to self check workload (essential)
• Have the creative ability to make suggestions where applicable (essential)
• Bachelor degree (optional)
• Travel 0-10%

Benefits

• Bonus Scheme
• Free daily food allowance
• Private Healthcare
• Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life insurance
• Car Scheme
• Gym
• And many more