VCARB F1 Team - Stress Engineer

Raceforce Global; Faenza; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite gym

Bonus scheme

Annual salary review

Meal tickets

Health insurance

Job summary

Visa Cash App Racing Bulls F1 Team is seeking an experienced Stress Engineer to ensure structural car components meet design and performance specs. You will lead stress analyses (FEA and hand calculations), validate designs, and support design load definition with cross-functional teams during the project lifecycle.

The role also requires monitoring in-service behaviour, developing test procedures, and providing trackside support during race weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering.
• Strong understanding of carbon and metal structures.
• Solid knowledge of FEA theory and methods.
• Proficient use of FE preprocessing tools: Abaqus, HyperMesh/Optistruct.
• Siemens NX is a plus.
• Familiarity with CNC and DMLS manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform stress analyses (FEA and hand calculations) from concept to part release with clear, traceable documentation (Stress Reports).
• Oversee and coordinate the work of other Stress Analysts.
• Support Team Leader in damage and defect investigations and root-cause analysis.
• Collaborate with other departments to gather input data and enable cross-functional work.

Skills

Stress analysis

FEM/FEA

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering

Tools

Abaqus

Altair HyperMesh/Optistruct

Siemens NX

Job description

Visa Cash App Racing Bulls F1 Team is one of two Red Bull-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? Don't miss your chance to make an impact!

We are looking for an experienced Stress Engineer to be responsible for ensuring that structural car components comply with the design and performance specifications defined by Technical Management. The role involves structural analysis, design support, validation, and service-life follow-up, and contributing to continuous improvement of stress methodologies.

All the responsibilities we'll trust you with:

Structural Analysis & Design Support

Perform stress analyses (FEA and hand calculations) from the preliminary design phase through to final part release, providing clear and traceable documentation of all analysis work (Stress Reports). Oversee and coordinate the work of other Stress Analysts assigned to related tasks or components. Support the Team Leader in damage and defect investigations, ensuring timely and accurate root cause identification. Collaborate effectively with other departments to collect all necessary input data and facilitate cross-functional cooperation throughout the project lifecycle.

Structural Validation & Service Follow-Up

Monitor the in-service behaviour of assigned car parts, including trackside usage, structural testing, and service life follow-up. Create and maintain test procedures, supporting the execution of structural validation activities in collaboration with the R&D Testing Department. Support the Team Leader in the preparation and management of documentation related to track support and design load definition. Provide occasional trackside support during race weekends or testing events, following the agreed shift schedule.

Methodology Development & Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work with the Stress Methodology group to continuously improve the calculation and sizing methods used for structural components. Execute daily and weekly activities according to project timelines, providing regular feedback on progress and milestones. Maintain and develop positive working relationships with all departments and external stakeholders. Demonstrate flexibility and professionalism in line with project requirements and timeframes, showing a proactive and solution-oriented attitude.

What We Offer

• Working in a young, collaborative and international environment.
• Tailored training.
• Company Events / Briefings.
• Onsite Gym.
• Bonus scheme.
• Annual salary review process.
• Meal Tickets.
• Free additional health insurance.

Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role:

• Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering master’s degree;
• Strong, broad understanding of carbon and metal structures;
• Strong knowledge of theory behind FEA;
• Excellent usage and knowledge of FE pre/processing (Altair Hypermesh/Optistruct, Abaqus);
• Previous knowledge of Siemens-NX is a plus;
• Strong knowledge of current manufacturing processes (CNC and DMLS) and material science;
• Ability to work with the team, external suppliers and colleagues;
• Extensive stress analysis experience at a senior level;
• Previous engineering experience in F1;
• Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering master’s degree;
• Initiative, proactive and Innovation;
• Availability to travel up to one week per month.

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.