Wind Tunnel Electrical Engineer

Our Team

Welcome to the Audi F1 Project. 
 
Audi will be competing in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship from 2026. 
The new team has two 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 Power Unit comes from Neuburg, while Hinwil is responsible for the development of the chassis and race operations. The planned takeover by AUDI AG turns two teams into a factory team – and you can be part of it.  
 
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. 
 
The position for the Audi F1 Project is at Sauber in Hinwil (Switzerland).

Your mission

Main responsibility for the maintenance of the electrical installation of the wind tunnel facility and its subsystems Independent error analysis, troubleshooting and documentation Tracking and analysis of the energy consumption of the wind tunnel facility and its subsystems Defining energy-optimizing measures for the further development of the wind tunnel facility and associated test facilities Planning, organization and support of maintenance of wind tunnel subsystems, such as wind tunnel control, refrigeration system, compressed air generation, etc. Plant responsibility for the medium-voltage switchgear Implementation and support of retrofit and new projects for the further development of the wind  Tunnel system and test facilities Design and layout of PLC controls and electrical cabinets Responsibility for the execution of outsourced planning or implementation work (outsourcing) Creation and updating of electrical documentation Support/training of users Coordination and organization of periodic inspections of the entire electrical installation with external electrical inspectors and the ESTI Support of the maintenance team with planned and unplanned maintenance work On-call service (24 hours), according to the specified schedule

Your profile

• Completed apprenticeship as an automation technician, electrician, electrical planner or comparable
• Further training at FH/HF level in the field of system technology/automation/electrical engineering
• NIV Art. 13 / NIV Art. 15 Authorization and medium voltage switching permit will be considered an advantage
• Several years of professional experience in industrial maintenance and plant construction of large plants
• General knowledge of industrial plant controls and good understanding of mechanical systems
• Experience in programming, optimization and troubleshooting of electrical controls and PLCs
• Experience in dealing with external suppliers/authorities
• Experience in project management is an advantage
• Knowledge of SPS/PLC programming and further development of control software with Siemens TIA Portal
• Basic knowledge of F-safety controls and Profisafe communication; basic knowledge of industrial bus systems e.g. Profinet, Profibus und interbus
• Experience with Siemens Simatic Manager and experience in creating electrical diagrams with E-Plan P8 are considered an advantage
• Knowledge of PhoenixContact, PCWorx and GE Proficy is an advantage
• Solid PC & MS Office knowledge
• Flexible attitude towards working hours
• High level of independence, self-motivating, responsible and careful
• Hardworking and reliable employee with an accurate and precise working method
• Correct interaction with superiors and employees and a corresponding team spirit
• An analytical approach combined with willingness and openness to learn new things
• Full professional proficiency in German and English 

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