Visa Cash App RB F1 Team - CFD Tools and Data Engineer

Red Bull
Milton Keynes
1 year ago
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Company Description

Step into the thrilling world of Formula 1 with Visa Cash App RB F1 Team, in the endless search for performance and excellence, where every detail makes a difference. We are looking for future members of our team, thrilling for innovation and achievement, evolving in a competitive environment.

Sounds exciting, doesn't it? Don't miss your chance to make an impact!

We are currently looking for a motivated CFD Tools and Data Engineer to support the aerodynamic CFD development programme; collaborate with other members of CFD Methodology, IT, Aero Performance and Data Analysis Groups and to provide best-in-class CFD software tools to Aero Development Teams.

Job Description

CFD Tools and Data Engineer

Contribute to the team’s technical roadmap;

Identify bottlenecks and shortcomings of existing CFD methods and software tools;

Work with Aero Development to improve the performance, efficiency and usability of existing CFD tools;

Liaise with Aero Performance to improve CFD correlation to track and wind tunnel;

Keep up-to-date with CFD technologies and analysis methodologies;

Take ownership of software development and workflows from proof-of-concept to production;

Innovate to advance the team’s CFD simulation and data analysis capabilities.

What we offer

Working in a young, collaborative and international environment.

Tailored training.

Company Events / Briefings.

On site Gym.

Bonus scheme.

Annual salary review process.

Private health care cover.

Company contributed pension scheme.

Life assurance scheme.

Cycle to work scheme.

Qualifications

A university level qualification in Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science (MEng, MSc or PhD) or similar

Experience working in F1/automotive/aerospace industry (will be a plus)

Experience using CFD codes and Linux system

Good understanding of computational methods, algorithms and software design

Interest in process automation and optimisation

Experience with handling and analysing large datasets

A high technical ability and strong scripting/programming skills

Expertise in at least one general-purpose programming language, preferably Python

Good communication and collaborative attitude

Strong ability to quickly learn and adopt new technologies

Remarkable attitude in problem solving and attention to detail

Self-motivated and with a flexible approach to working hours

The determination and dynamism to meet tight deadlines

Good understanding of vehicle aerodynamics

Experience utilising machine learning and data science techniques

Good understanding of software engineering practices

Additional Information

Visa Cash App RB F1 Team is an equal opportunities employer, we will evaluate applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief.

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