Senior Structural Design Engineer

About the role

Join the Audi Revolut F1® Team as a Senior Structural Design Engineer and contribute to the development of cutting‑edge Formula 1 car components. Based in Hinwil, Switzerland, you will work within a high‑performance Structural Design and Analysis department.

Key responsibilities

• Perform advanced linear and non‑linear finite element analyses on composite and metallic components and assemblies.
• Define and validate structural load cases using first‑principles engineering, simulation data, and track feedback.
• Support design and optimisation of critical F1 systems such as suspension, aerodynamic surfaces, chassis, gearbox and mechanical assemblies.
• Deliver structural sign‑off documentation ensuring compliance with internal standards, FIA regulations and project deadlines.
• Collaborate with Design Engineers to achieve lightweight, robust solutions and mentor junior analysts.

Required profile

• Master’s degree (MSc) in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of structural analysis experience in motorsport, automotive or aerospace.
• Proven track record of FEM sign‑off for complex composite and metallic structures.
• Strong understanding of fatigue, buckling, impact, vibration and optimisation techniques.
• Fluent spoken and written English.

Required skills

• Abaqus Standard (required); Abaqus Explicit and Optistruct (advantageous).
• Altair suite: HyperMesh, HyperView, HyperStudy (required); Laminate Tools and OptiAssist (advantageous).
• CATIA V5/V6 (advantageous).
• Python or MATLAB/Simulink (advantageous).