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
- Lead and mentor the CFD Methodology group, providing guidance and support in their day-to-day activities
- Drive the development and improvement of the CFD methodologies, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and reliability of simulations, to overall increase our aerodynamic development hit-rate
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maximize the use of CFD methodologies in the Aerodynamic Department
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders to understand requirements, provide updates on project progress, and deliver solutions that meet expectations
- Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture that encourages knowledge sharing, creativity, continuous learning and favour individual and group’s growth
Your profile
- Master's or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field with a strong focus on computational fluid dynamics
- Proven experience (8+ years) in developing and implementing CFD methodologies, with a strong understanding of fluid dynamics principles and numerical methods
- Demonstrated leadership skills with experience in leading technical teams and managing projects in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++, Python
- Experience with CFD software packages such as OpenFOAM, ANSYS Fluent or Siemens STAR CCM+
- General knowledge of parallel computing, high-performance computing (HPC), optimization techniques, Data Science, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence
- Knowledge of Agile methodologies for project management Have you
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to analyse complex technical issues and propose effective solutions
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders from diverse backgrounds
- A passion for innovation and continuous improvement, with a proactive attitude towards learning and staying updated with emerging trends in CFD and related fields
- Personal attitude to promote a culture of collaboration, support, and mutual respect within the team
- Ability to handle conflicts and disagreements within the team constructively, focusing on finding mutually beneficial solutions and encourage open dialogue
- “Team-First” mindset, where the collective success is prioritized above all else
- Full professional proficiency in German or English and a willingness to learn a basic level in the corresponding other language are prerequisites