Simulation Engineer

CompanyRed Bull Racing & Red Bull Technology

LocationMilton Keynes, England, United Kingdom

Posted At1/21/2026

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Electrical and electronics technicians

Occupation Code Skill LevelMedium Skilled

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£41,700 (£21.38 per hour)

Standard minimum applies

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Description

Red Bull Powertrains is the newest and most exciting addition to the Red Bull Technology Campus in Milton Keynes. As we continue our journey to develop championship-winning Formula 1 power units, we are looking for Simulation Engineers to join Red Bull Powertrains.

This is a unique opportunity to work at the cutting edge of Powertrain development, using world-class facilities and technology to validate everything from individual components to full electrified powertrains.

Working within a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment, you will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and using in house developed lap time performance simulation software. With the software encompassing all aspects of the PU system modelling, numerical optimization, and optimal control. You as the engineer will use the software to support the business with all data required to engineer, calibrate, test and run the PU on dynos and throughout the 2026 season.

What you’ll be doing:

Develop and maintain simulation tools that model the complete PU system and support performance analysis
Implement and refine numerical optimization and optimal control algorithms within the simulation environment

Utilize the simulation software to generate data critical for engineering, calibration, testing, and operation of the PU on dynos

Support on-car PU performance analysis, optimization and offline calibration generation as the team supports on track running for the 2026 and future seasons

Support customer team Driver In the Loop and track testing either in person or remotely

Support works and customer teams with information required for car engineering, such as fuel cell sizing, brake sizing and cooling system specification

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure simulation outputs align with real-world testing and operational requirements

What we’re looking for:

A degree with a 2:1 minimum in an engineering subject or related field
Experience working with MATLAB/Simulink
Exposure to embedded software development
Previous lap simulation experience in F1 or other racing series is desirable
Knowledge and experience of numerical optimization theory and application
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced racing environment

Passion for motorsports

At Red Bull Powertrains, we push the limits, fight for every victory, and get things done with relentless focus. Joining us means being part of a high-performance team that thrives on collaboration, trust, and ambition. We celebrate wins, learn from challenges, and take our work seriously—but not ourselves. Alongside a competitive salary, you’ll enjoy:

Bonuses
Private healthcare
A pension scheme
On-site gym
Free daily food allowance
And many more!

Most importantly, you’ll play a key role in powering championship-winning cars. If you're ready to be part of something extraordinary, apply now and help shape the future of F1.