For many fans of Formula One, the sport exists between lights and chequered flag on a Sunday afternoon. It begins and ends with the exploits of the drivers on the track. But this is merely the tip of the spear. The reality of modern F1 is that of a complex and intertwined operation, every part of which needs to perform near its limit if success is to be achieved. From the pit crew searching for the ultimate repeatable pit stop, to the inspiration of the designers, the application of engineers and the herculean efforts of an army of fabricators and machinists. Much of our success is thanks to the diversity of thought and spectrum of skill sets held within the team, our ability to recognise unique contributions from individual team members is just a part of why we love what we do.
Job Description
Red Bull Advanced Technologies (RBAT) is a dynamic hub of innovation, consistently pushing the boundaries across land, sea, and air. Our project portfolio is unparalleled. Beyond the groundbreaking RB17 Hypercar and the Red Bull-commissioned submarine, we actively partner with the KTM Moto GP Team and collaborate with Alinghi Red Bull Racing in their America’s Cup campaign. Drawing on Formula One expertise and precision, we elevate the AC75 Racing Yacht and revolutionize Moto GP aerodynamics.
Red Bull Advanced Technologies are constantly elevating performance to new heights, and the recently announced RB17 two-seat Hypercar is set to be the ultimate on-track driving experience pushing design and technical boundaries far beyond what has previously been imagined.
We are looking for a Principal R&D Engineer to oversee the day to day management of the R&D Test Group and to create plans to ensure future resource and facility requirements can be provided.
Key Responsibilities of a Principal R&D Engineer
- Ensure that the team deliver on deadlines, and that any missed deadlines are justified.
- To schedule the workload through the department in an efficient manner, allocating tasks to ensure they are completed in order of priority.
- To define strategies for R&D facilities and equipment to support current and future programmes and projects.
- To approve reports following test programmes including complex and/or safety critical tests.
- To represent the department in various meeting such as the Projects Meetings, ensuring effective two-way communication is upheld.
- To take overall responsibility and accountability for the functionality of the equipment in the department, ensuring that it is fit for purpose through carefully scheduled maintenance, servicing and calibration.
- To ensure all health and safety requirements are identified, processed and adhered to.
- To support the creation of product, system and component test plans and to allocate suitable resources to support these plans.
- Identify training, development and support needs for relevant staff through the annual performance review process. Ensure appropriate training is arranged and undertaken
- Assist the Technical Operations Manager with recruitment, interviewing and selection processes.
At Red Bull Advanced Technologies we offer more than just a job. Beyond competitive salaries, our comprehensive benefits package includes private health care, life assurance, and a company-contributed pension scheme. You’ll also enjoy perks like an on-site gym, fitness classes, daily food allowance, free barista style hot drinks, and of course, lots of Red Bull to keep you firing on all cylinders!
Job Posting End DateFri, 25 Oct 2024