Aero Correlation Engineer

Festanstellung, Vollzeit · Hinwil

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) is considered 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 Sauber Motorsport Technical Center, UK will be operational this year. Our Power Unit comes from Neuburg, while Hinwil is responsible for the development of the chassis and race operations.

What you need? The mindset of an athlete. If you are someone for whom giving up isn’t an option and limits are just something to be overcome, you can bring Vorsprung durch Technik to Formula 1 with us. Become part of this unique project and make motorsport history.

This position for the Audi F1 Project is at Sauber in Hinwil (Switzerland).

Your mission

Work in our Aerodynamic Department with special focus on Aerodynamic Correlation
Apply your competences to improve the understanding and the confidence level of our aerodynamic development numerical and experimental tools
Work closely to the aerodynamic development, to the aero-performance and to the CFD methodology groups
Analyze and interpret aerodynamic performance data from various testing environments to identify areas for development and validation of simulation tools
Support the evaluation of aerodynamic correlation between computational and experimental results to ensure accurate predictions and improvements in on-track performance

Your profile

MSc/MEng or PhD in aerospace/mechanical/automotive engineering with a focus on aerodynamics and CFD
Minimum 3 years experience in race car aerodynamic development or aerodynamic performance evaluation, including the application of CFD methods
Previous experience in a similar role within an F1 team would be a strong advantage
Knowledge of high Reynolds number flow physics and turbulence modelling
Knowledge of OpenFOAM and major commercial CFD software would be an advantage
Knowledge of WT testing and data acquisition techniques for automotive applications
Familiarity with CAD software (CATIA V6/3D experience an advantage)
Programming skills to code scripts and analysis/post-processing tools in Python and VBA
Hardworking, independent and reliable
Self-motivated, responsible and accurate
Open to a culture of continuous learning within the team and good interpersonal skills
Able to foster a collaborative, respectful and trusting environment within the team
Full professional proficiency in English or German and willingness to learn a basic level of the other language required

Auf diese Stelle bewerben

Werde Teil des Audi F1 Projektes – Gestalte die Zukunft des Motorsports!

Willkommen im Audi F1 Projekt.

Audi wird ab 2026 in der FIA Formel 1 Weltmeisterschaft antreten.

Das neue Team hat drei Standorte. Audis Motorsport Competence Center in Neuburg (Deutschland) gilt als eines der modernsten seiner Art in Europa. Die Sauber Group's Formula 1 Factory in Hinwil (Schweiz) ist bekannt für ihre innovativen Technologien und ihre Leidenschaft für den Rennsport. Das Sauber Motorsport Technology Center im Vereinigten Königreich wird in diesem Jahr in Betrieb genommen. Unsere Power Unit kommt aus Neuburg, während Hinwil für die Entwicklung des Chassis und den Rennbetrieb verantwortlich ist.

Was brauchst du? Den Mindset eines Athleten. Wenn du jemand bist, für den Aufgeben keine Option ist und Grenzen nur etwas sind, das es zu überwinden gilt, kannst du mit uns Vorsprung durch Technik in die Formel 1 bringen. Werde Teil dieses einzigartigen Projekts und schreibe Motorsportgeschichte.

Diese Position für das Audi F1 Projekt ist bei Sauber in Hinwil (Schweiz).

Deine Aufgabe

Work in our Aerodynamic Department with special focus on Aerodynamic Correlation
Apply your competences to improve the understanding and the confidence level of our aerodynamic development numerical and experimental tools
Work closely to the aerodynamic development, to the aero-performance and to the CFD methodology groups
Analyze and interpret aerodynamic performance data from various testing environments to identify areas for development and validation of simulation tools
Support the evaluation of aerodynamic correlation between computational and experimental results to ensure accurate predictions and improvements in on-track performance

Dein Profil

MSc/MEng or PhD in aerospace/mechanical/automotive engineering with a focus on aerodynamics and CFD
Minimum 3 years experience in race car aerodynamic development or aerodynamic performance evaluation, including the application of CFD methods
Previous experience in a similar role within an F1 team would be a strong advantage
Knowledge of high Reynolds number flow physics and turbulence modelling
Knowledge of OpenFOAM and major commercial CFD software would be an advantage
Knowledge of WT testing and data acquisition techniques for automotive applications
Familiarity with CAD software (CATIA V6/3D experience an advantage)
Programming skills to code scripts and analysis/post-processing tools in Python and VBA
Hardworking, independent and reliable
Self-motivated, responsible and accurate
Open to a culture of continuous learning within the team and good interpersonal skills
Able to foster a collaborative, respectful and trusting environment within the team
Full professional proficiency in English or German and willingness to learn a basic level of the other language required

Auf diese Stelle bewerben

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