Senior Aeroelasticity Engineer

卡畢敲; United States; Remote; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in motorsport is seeking a Senior Aeroelasticity Engineer to join its Audi F1 Project. This role involves crucial contributions to aerodynamic and structural developments, with a strong emphasis on team collaboration and innovation in a high-performance environment. Candidates with a relevant MSc or PhD, and a proven track record in F1 or similar arenas are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience in F1 or high-performance motorsport is highly desirable.
• Proven track record in managing development projects and innovation.
• Strong expertise in race car design and structural analysis.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the Aerodynamic Department focused on structural analysis.
• Lead development projects ensuring advanced engineering methodologies.
• Manage coordination of aeroelastic activities across departments.

Skills

Project Management

Structural Analysis

Aeroelasticity

Fluid-Structure Interaction

Programming in Python

Communication

Education

MSc or PhD in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Optistruct

Abaqus

Hyperworks

MSC Nastran/Patran

ANSYS

OpenFoam

Fluent

Star CCM+

ParaView

CATIA V6/3D

Job description

Senior Aeroelasticity Engineer

Join the Audi F1 Project - Shape the Future of Motorsport!

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: Audi's Motorsport Competence Center in Neuburg (Germany), the Sauber Group's Formula 1 factory in Hinwil (Switzerland), and the Sauber Motorsport Technical Center in the UK. Our Power Unit is developed in Neuburg, while Hinwil focuses on chassis development and race operations. We seek individuals with an athlete's mindset—those who see limits as challenges to overcome—to bring Vorsprung durch Technik to Formula 1. Join us and make motorsport history. This position is based at Sauber in Hinwil, Switzerland.

Your mission

1. Contribute to the Aerodynamic Department with a focus on structural analysis and aeroelasticity.
2. Lead development projects, ensuring the improvement and reliability of Advanced Engineering methodologies.
3. Collaborate with Aerodynamics, Design Office, R&D, Composite, Manufacturing, and Vehicle Performance teams to integrate AE solutions.
4. Apply interdisciplinary expertise to support structural and aerodynamic development of car components.
5. Manage and coordinate aeroelastic activities across departments for seamless integration.
6. Drive development and implementation of solutions to enhance aeroelastic performance.

Your profile

1. MSc or PhD in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, focusing on FEA/CFD.
2. Relevant experience in F1 or high-performance motorsport environments is highly desirable.
3. Proven experience in managing development projects, supervising teams, and driving innovation.
4. Expertise in race car design, structural FEA, metallic and composite analysis, and aero-elasticity or fluid-structure interaction.
5. Experience with FEA and CFD tools such as Optistruct, Abaqus, Hyperworks, MSC Nastran/Patran, ANSYS, OpenFoam, Fluent, Star CCM+, and ParaView.
6. Strong programming skills in Python, Machine Learning, Linux scripting, Excel, and VBA.
7. Proficiency in CAD tools like CATIA V6/3D, NX, and knowledge of CATIA GSD and Part Design workbenches.
8. Excellent communication skills in English; German is an advantage.

Application

Apply here. For more details on salary and company information, please use the provided apply link.