Audi F1 Project - Shape the Future of Motorsport
Welcome to the Audi F1 Project. We are pleased to announce that Audi will be competing in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship from 2026.
The new team has two locations, with Audi's Motorsport Competence Center in Neuburg (Germany) being one of the most modern of its kind in Europe. The Sauber Group's Formula 1 factory in Hinwil (Switzerland) is known for its innovative technologies and passion for racing.
The Power Unit comes from Neuburg, while Hinwil is responsible for the development of the chassis and race operations. This marks a significant milestone for AUDI AG as it turns two teams into a factory team, providing an exciting opportunity for professionals like you to be part of it.
Join Our Team
We are looking for experienced professionals who embody the mindset of a champion.
If you are someone who consistently pushes beyond their limits, thinks creatively, and strives for excellence, we invite you to bring Vorsprung durch Technik to Formula 1 with us.
Becoming part of this unique project allows you to make motorsport history and be at the forefront of innovation.
About the Position
We are seeking an experienced Thermal Simulation Engineer to join our Systems group at the Sauber factory in Hinwil (Switzerland).
The successful candidate will be responsible for developing innovative and effective thermal solutions for the power unit cooling systems.
Your Key Responsibilities:
* Developing thermal solutions for power unit cooling systems using 1D / 3D simulations.
* Investigating concepts and completing design validation against programme targets.
* Collaborating closely with our Aerodynamic, Design, and Vehicle Performance groups, as well as our Power Unit colleagues in Neuburg.
* Contributing to the calibration and correlation of computational and physical modelling toolsets used for thermal predictions.
* Validating concepts with test benches and track testing, and analysing and supporting track operations with event-specific predictions.
* Contribution to continual development of toolsets and procedures to reduce development times, improve testing accuracy, and aid data analysis.
Your Profile
To succeed in this role, you will need:
* A degree qualification in a mechanical, aeronautical, or science discipline.
* Solid knowledge of heat transfer and fluid mechanics fundamentals, ideally with experience in F1 power unit thermal simulations.
* Experience with simulation tools such as GT Suite, Kuli, Matlab/Simulink, and proficiency in programming.
* At least 5 years' experience in a thermodynamics/aerodynamics environment, preferably in high-level motorsport.
* Professional proficiency in English for effective report communication.
* Excellent teamwork, communication, and organisational skills.
* An ability to work efficiently under pressure and with a keen sense of responsibility.