VCARB F1 Team - Senior CFD Methodology Engineer

Red Bull GmbH; Faenza; Remoto; EUR 90.000 - 135.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Annual salary review process

Company contributed pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Tailored training

Company events / briefings

Descrizione del lavoro

Red Bull F1 Team in Faenza, Italy is seeking a Senior CFD Methodology Engineer to lead the CFD workflow and ensure robust correlations with Wind Tunnel and Track data. The role focuses on advancing CFD tools, optimizing processes, and driving efficiency across the aero department.

The ideal candidate has a PhD or Master in fluid dynamics, strong experience with CFD software (OpenFOAM, Fluent, ANSA), and programming skills in C++, Python and Bash. Familiarity with Linux and NX is beneficial.

Competenze

• PhD or Master in fluid dynamics or numerical methods.
• Experience with CFD tools and Linux systems.
• F1 or high-performance motorsport experience is preferred.

Mansioni

• Support CFD methodology development to advance tools and algorithms.
• Oversee Junior CFD methodology Engineers.
• Improve CFD correlation with Wind Tunnel and Track in collaboration with Aero teams.
• Enhance CFD throughput efficiency to meet department priorities.
• Collaborate with Aero Development and Aero Performance groups.

Conoscenze

OpenFOAM

Fluent in CFD tools

ANSA

C++

Python

Bash

Linux

Formazione

PhD in fluid dynamics

Master in fluid dynamics

Strumenti

NX

Descrizione del lavoro

F1 Motorsports Full-time VCARB F1 Team - Senior CFD Methodology Engineer Faenza, Italy Visa Cash App Racing Bulls F1 Team

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.

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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.

In line with pay transparency regulations (Legislative Decree 96/2026), the minimum fixed salary for this role is the contractual minimum set by the National Collective Labour Agreement for the Metalworking Industry (Federmeccanica/Assistal) for classification level B2. We specify that the above mentioned level is a minimum threshold and does not correspond to the overall compensation package, which is determined by objective, measurable and gender-neutral criteria, being significantly higher than the contractual minimum indicated.

Visa Cash App RB 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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