Simulation Development Engineer

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. The 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.

• Develop the numerical and optimization methods at the core of our simulation tools, such as lap time simulation, DIL simulator, kinematic simulation, and telemetry data analysis
• Optimize the source code and vehicle model definition for efficient real-time computation
• Analyze and improve the numerical robustness of the simulation model
• Collaborate with other departments to design and implement state-of-the-art simulation methodologies
• Contribute to the development of the vehicle physics model
• Ensure all source code is tested, documented, and communicated clearly to key stakeholders

• Master's or PhD in Engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field with a strong focus on numerical simulation 
• Proven experience (3+ years) in developing simulation models, ideally within Formula 1 or another high-level motorsport environment
• Strong coding skills in C/C++. Knowledge of C#, Python, and Matlab are also beneficial
• Experienced in simulating nonlinear systems, ideally those defined by differential algebraic equations
• Experienced developing parallelized and efficient real-time simulation models
• Good physical understanding of mechanics, understanding of vehicle systems / vehicle dynamics and knowledge of multi-body simulation
• Highly self-motivated, dedicated, creative, result-oriented, and able to work independently with a very high attention to detail
• Pragmatic, stress-tolerant and persevering teamplayer 

We are an equal opportunities employer.
As an equal opportunities employer, Sauber Motorsport Technology Center, UK is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.
We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Sauber Motorsport Technology Center, UK.