VCARB F1 Team - Senior CFD Methodology Engineer

Visa Cash App RB; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tailored training

Annual salary review

Company contributed pension

Cycle to work

Company Events / Briefings

Job summary

Visa Cash App Racing Bulls F1 Team in Milton Keynes seeks a Senior CFD Methodology Engineer to support the aerodynamic CFD development programme and optimize the CFD workflow, coordinating with Wind Tunnel and Track targets while meeting deadlines.

You will oversee junior CFD method engineers, improve CFD correlation with WT and Track, and collaborate with Aero Development and Aero Performance groups to boost throughput and deliver insights on time.

Qualifications

• PhD or MSc in fluid dynamics or numerical methods.
• Experience with CFD tools and Linux environments.
• Previous F1 team or high-performance motorsport experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support CFD methodology in developing new technologies and improving tools.
• Oversee the work of Junior CFD methodology Engineers.
• Improve CFD correlation with WT and Track in collaboration with Aero Development and Aero Performance groups.
• Increase CFD throughput efficiency to meet project deadlines.
• Collaborate across CFD and Aerodynamic teams to meet department targets.
• Manage daily CFD tool support requests from aerodynamicists.

Skills

CFD tools

C++

Python

Bash

Linux

Education

PhD or MSc in fluids / numerical methods

Tools

OpenFOAM

Fluent

ANSA

NX

Job description

F1 Motorsports - Milton Keynes, United Kingdom

Full-time

VCARB F1 Team - Senior CFD Methodology Engineer

Visa Cash App Racing Bulls F1 Team is one of two RedBull-owned F1 teams.

Today’s Formula 1 calls for a high level of specialist skills in every area. At Visa Cash App Racing Bulls F1 Team we strongly believe that every member of our staff can and should lead innovation and continuous improvement in such a competitive and dynamic working environment.

Sounds exciting, doesn't it? Don't miss your chance to make an impact!

We are currently looking for an experienced CFD Methodology Engineer to be responsible for supporting the aerodynamic CFD development programme, and for the optimization process of the CFD workflow with final aim of improving the efficiency of the whole CFD process and correlations with Wind Tunnel and Track in the full respect of the assigned deadlines and targets.

CFD Methodology

• Support TL CFD methodology in investigating and developing new technologies to improve CFD tools and ensure they are at F1 leading edge technology.
• Oversee the work of Junior CFD methodology Engineers.
• Improve CFD correlation with WT and Track in collaboration with Aero Development and Aero Performance groups.
• Improve the efficiency of the CFD throughput according to the target assigned.
• Work in strong collaboration with other member of the CFD methodology and Aerodynamicist to achieve the Dept targets.
• Communicate effectively with other groups within the Company such as ASG, APG, AERO groups and IT department.
• Execute the day-to-day tasks in the full respect of priorities and quality standard of the Aero Department.
• Manage on daily base the support’s request from aerodynamicist regarding CFD tools.
• Provide flexible attendance and attitude to work, both in line with the requirements of the role and any specific requirements of the projects.
• To always work in a professional manner regardless of the task set and be pro-active in promoting a positive image for the department / team/ sponsors.

What we offer

• Working in a young, collaborative and international environment.
• Tailored training.
• Company Events / Briefings.
• Annual salary review process.
• Company contributed pension scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Previous experience in a similar role within an F1 team or a high-performance motorsport environment.
• PhD or Master degree with a specialisation in fluid dynamics and/or numerical methods.
• Familiar in utilizing CFD codes and Linux system.
• Experience in using CFD Software such as Open Foam, Fluent or ANSA. NX would be considered as a plus.
• Experience developing in C++, Python and bash.
• Strong ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies.
• Remarkable attitude in problem solving and attention to details.
• Self-motivated and with a flexible approach to working hours.
• Ability to scope all tasks thoroughly.
• Delivers timely information and reporting.
• Initiative and Innovation.
• Ability to work with the team, external suppliers and colleagues.

Visa Cash App Racing Bulls F1 Team is an equal opportunities employer, we will evaluate applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief.

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