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
We are looking for passionate Senior Electronics Engineer to join Red Bull Powertrains. In our brand-new purpose-built electronics facility, we have the tools required to develop new technologies, deliver exciting research projects and above all support our dynamic team of engineers, ensuring that they flourish and realise their goals and targets.
In this Senior Electronics Engineer role you will be leading the specification, design, development, testing, debugging and operation of Power Unit electronics components from initial concept through to successful usage on the PU during races. You will be required to bring together requirements from all areas of the team and determine the right engineering compromises to deliver the finished systems. You will be able to lead and advise our junior team members at all stages of the project, focusing on hardware design in the following areas: electronic power conversion (HV/LV & LV/LV, DC/DC & DC/AC), chassis interface circuitry, ignition and injection supplies and the associated drivers.
To be considered for this Senior Electronics Engineer role, you will need the following essentials:
- An Electrical/Electronic Engineer degree or equivalent qualification
- Multi-year experience in state-of-art electronics engineering
- Advanced knowledge in schematic design and PCB layout of power conversion circuits
- Highly skilled at starting a design from a blank sheet of paper and finding innovative solutions, which enable performance advantages while maintaining the highest product quality
- Background of designing highly efficient and power-dense converters
- Proven track record of successful fault investigation, containment, and rectification
The following will be advantageous for this Senior Electronics Engineer role:
- Experience being the technical lead of complex electronics projects
- Experience within a F1 hybrid power unit project
- Designed systems utilising WBG semiconductors, systems using high voltage (up to 1000V), ignition/injection supplies and the associated drivers
- Advanced knowledge of electronics simulation and data analysis tools
Other key attributes for this Senior Electronics Engineer position:
- Evidenced experience of complex decision making and strategic thinking when faced with imperfect data and challenging timelines
- Ability to work in a technically challenging environment
- Can-do attitude and willingness to learn new skills
- Excellent time management, communication and problem-solving skills
Not only are these fantastic Senior Electronics Engineer roles, but it is also a fantastic team to work with here at Red Bull Powertrains. A good salary is just the start, there are many other benefits too such as our bonus scheme, private health care cover, life assurance scheme, workplace nursery, company contributed pension scheme, on site gym & fitness classes, free food, and a cycle to work scheme; but above all, the job satisfaction doesn’t get any better than the feeling of making a real contribution to the function of our grand prix cars.
Sun, 23 Oct 2022