Systems Simulation 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) 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. The 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.

Do you have the Mindset of a Champion?

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.

Who we're looking for

We are looking for an experienced Systems Simulation Engineer to join our Systems group.

Your mission

• Responsibility for the design & development of simulation models to support the mechanical and hydraulic systems design of the Power Unit integration, steering, braking, fuel & cooling layouts.
• Perform detailed simulations of the hydraulic systems to ensure performance and reliability of the relevant layouts and providing the design group with recommendations and support for the systems’ integration.
• Work closely with our Design, Vehicle Performance and Simulator groups as well as our Power Unit colleagues in Neuburg to implement and refine simulations and have a digital twin of the relevant system.
• Analyse test data to correlate models and identify potential for system improvements.
• Support R&D testing for sub assembly systems evaluation with test plans and operational predictions.
• Contribute to our continual development of toolsets and procedures to reduce development times, improve testing accuracy and aid data analysis.

Your profile

• Degree qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years’ experience in systems simulation, ideally within an F1 or high-performance environment using simulation tools like Matlab / Simulink, Amesim, Dymola and programming (e.g. Python)
• Solid knowledge of mechanical and hydraulic systems and their integration with car control systems, proficiency in CAD design is an advantage.
• Professional proficiency in English for effective report communication.
• Excellent teamwork, communication & organisational skills.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and with a keen sense of responsibility.

We are an equal opportunities employer.
As an equal opportunities employer, Sauber Motorsport Technology Center, UK is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.
We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Sauber Motorsport Technology Center, UK.

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