Senior Simulation Development EngineerJoin the Audi F1 Project - Shape the Future of Motorsport!
Welcome to the Audi F1 Project. Audi will be competing in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship from 2026. The new team has three locations. Audi's Motorsport Competence Center in Neuburg (Germany) is considered one of the most modern of its kind in Europe. The Sauber Group's Formula 1 factory in Hinwil (Switzerland) is known for its innovative technologies and passion for racing. The Sauber Motorsport Technical Center, UK will be operational this year. Our Power Unit comes from Neuburg, while Hinwil is responsible for the development of the chassis and race operations. What you need? The mindset of an athlete. If you are someone for whom giving up isn’t an option and limits are just something to be overcome, you can bring Vorsprung durch Technik to Formula 1 with us. Become part of this unique project and make motorsport history. Become part of this unique project and make motorsport history. This position for the Audi F1 Project is at Sauber in Hinwil (Switzerland).
Your mission
Develop the numerical and optimization methods at the core of our simulation tools, such as lap time simulation, DIL simulator, suspension simulation, and telemetry data analysisResearch, develop, and implement state-of-the-art simulation methodologies to aid in the optimization of vehicle performance and vehicle developmentOptimize the source code for computational efficiencyLead significant projects and mentor junior engineersDefine and implement automated model correlation and testing routinesDefine and implement processes to ensure quality of released softwareContribute to the development of the vehicle physics modelPrepare documentation and presentations for software users and technical management
Your profile
Master's degree of PhD in Engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, or related fieldSignificant experience developing simulation models and toolsStrong coding in C/C++ and good knowledge of C#, Python, Matlab, Simulink, and/or Modelica would be advantageousExpert knowledge of numerical methods and optimization methodologyExpertise developing simulation software and solving computational engineering problemsExperience developing lap time simulation tools and DIL vehicle models would be advantageous, though not requiredStrong background in many of the following areas: Optimization methodsNumerical methods and analysis Mathematical modelling and simulationSimulation methodology developmentComputational efficiency and accelerated computingNonlinear state estimationGood understanding of physical mechanics, engineering dynamics, thermal science, and fluid dynamics would be beneficialHighly self-motivated, dedicated, creative, result-oriented, and able to work independently with a very high attention to detailPragmatic with a distinct scientific approach at the same timeHighly stress-tolerant, capable of weighing and balancing competing priorities and short- vs long-term objectives while maintaining qualityDedicated, persevering, open-minded, innovative, and a team-playerProficiency in English language skills. German language skills will be an advantage
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