About the role
At Red Bull Technology, we don't just compete, we innovate, push boundaries, and strive for performance at every level. This is an exciting opportunity to begin your engineering career in Formula One, working within our Aerodynamics department and contributing to the development of technologies that help deliver performance on track. Are you currently in your penultimate year of studies and interested in a career within Formula One? If so, this is a fantastic opportunity for you to showcase your talent and build your experience to open the door to a future career at Red Bull Racing. Red Bull Technology are offering a variety of 12-month student Placement positions within our Aerodynamics Department. Aerodynamics Development • Analysis and reporting of aerodynamics data from the wind tunnel, CFD and track • Contribute to the aerodynamic design of the car • Preparation and running of CFD models • Planning and operational support of wind tunnel programs in our wind tunnel facility • Support the documentation of Red Bull Technology design, testing and analysis techniques • Develop problem solving and communication skills through working closely with fellow engineers Aerodynamics Systems • Creating new systems and techniques for the wind tunnel, CFD and track environments as well as the associated test rigs • Working with state-of-the-art technologies to help further the understanding of Formula One racing car aerodynamics • Offering support for in-house tools and software systems used in the Aerodynamics Department • Develop problem solving and communication skills through working closely with aerodynamics, software, mechanical and electronics engineers Aerodynamics Model Design • To design accurate and structurally sound aerodynamic components appropriate for F1 wind tunnel testing. • Contribute to the continued improvement and development of the design group – which could entail new technical approaches, materials, and practices. • Operational support of wind tunnel test programs in the Red Bull Technology wind tunnel facility • Develop problem solving and communication skills through working closely with design engineers, aerodynamicists, and production staff. Aerodynamics Surface Design • Assist in the scheming and design of aerodynamic components using CAD • Maintain, update and develop robust aerodynamically parametrised CAD models which can be easily/consistently adapted • Collaborate with aerodynamicists to develop innovative and legal geometries for CFD analysis and wind tunnel testing • Develop and maintain new CAD models for understanding and checking against legality constraints • Create geometries which demonstrate new opportunities and risks associated with regulation changes • Flag geometries which represent a conflict over design space or a potential breach of legality Aerodynamics Performance • Analysis and reporting of aerodynamic and performance data from the wind tunnel, CFD and track. • Support the Aero Performance Group at race and test events to inform decision-making and enable fast reporting of the results with relevant context. • Utilise a strong coding ability to develop tools to support analysis and reporting of aerodynamic data across all domains (wind tunnel, CFD and track). • Contribute to the development of aero data modelling methods and techniques. • Develop problem solving and communication skills through working closely with fellow engineers. • Support the documentation of Red Bull Technology testing and analysis techniques. CFD Tools & Methods • Further develop and maintain commercial and in-house CFD software tools. • Work closely with CFD users, analysis and performance engineers across business units to identify current bottlenecks and future requirements. • Be actively involved in numerical methods research and software benchmarking. • Provide user and CFD technical support across business units. • Develop best-practice guidelines and maintain the Wiki knowledge base. Aerodynamics Thermal • While Aerodynamics Development concentrates mainly on external flows, this role focuses on the aerodynamic elements which provide all aspects of cooling and temperature management • Contribute to the aerodynamic design of the car • Integration of the engine and its systems into the race car to enable aerodynamic development freedom • Race-event preparation to optimise the aerodynamic performance of the cooling package • Ownership of CFD and Wind-tunnel projects from preparation through to analysis of results • Develop problem solving and communication skills through working closely with engineers across the company AeroScience • Analyse and interpret aerodynamic data from all domains (CFD, WT, track) • Identify and quantify key variables that drive the aerodynamic performance of the race car • Develop new methods and techniques for the department to analyse aerodynamic data • Design experiments to compare the aerodynamic response of the race car across domains • Work with aero development teams on linking flow field to aerodynamic performance • Work with software teams on developing long-term capabilities for the department
Aerodynamics Experimental • Support the day to day running of the wind tunnel • Help derive and conduct experiments to improve the aerodynamics of the wind tunnel facility • Assist with the development of tools and methodologies • Work closely with the Aerodynamic Development teams providing support to wind tunnel tests • Attend WT tests where necessary
Candidates wishing to apply for a role should demonstrate an active interest in aerodynamics and be studying towards a degree within Mechanical/ Aeronautical/ Automotive/ Motorsport/ Electrical/ Systems Engineering/ Maths/ Physics/ Computer Science etc
At Red Bull Technology, we believe that success isn’t just about speed, it’s about the team behind the victory. We trust, support, and challenge each other, always pushing for better. If you love solving complex problems, thinking fast, and making a real impact, this is the place for you. Alongside a competitive salary, you’ll enjoy:
• Bonus scheme • Private healthcare • A pension scheme • On-site gym • Free daily food allowance • And many more!
The placement will be for 1 year, starting in the summer of 2027. To be considered for this Student Placement, please apply to this advert and submit both your CV and a one-page Cover Letter as two separate documents. Application closing date: 23:55 (BST) Sunday 4th October 2026
