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Mechanical Design Engineer
Red Bull Racing
Red Bull Racing, also simply known as Red Bull or RBR and currently competing as Oracle Red Bull Racing, is a Formula One racing team, racing under an Austrian licence and based in the United Kingdom.
Job Posted- 7 Apr 2026
Status- Full Time
Location- England
Closing date- 17 Apr 2026
Join Red Bull Powertrains and be part of a team pushing the limits of innovation and performance in Formula 1 power unit technology. If you're a passionate engineer, problem-solver, or technical expert, this is your chance to help shape the future of motorsport at the highest level. Are you ready for the challenge
We are seeking a Production Engineer to join our ERS Production team. You will be based at our cutting-edge engineering and manufacturing facility in Milton Keynes, designed to produce high-performance Power Units for the 2026 engine regulations.
You will be a key part of the Team which is responsible to work on the mechanical design of tools for cell preparation, subsystem and battery cell testing along with MGU manufacturing and build.
Key responsibilities of this Production Engineer role are:
- Design of production equipment, jigs and tools.
- Finalise and release drawings.
- To liaise with Production Engineer Team Leader to determine realistic project schedules
- Ensure design and drawings fulfil Design Office standards.
- Organisation and overseeing of rig testing
- Data analysis and making recommendations for improvements to manufacturing processes
- Writing and implementation of process improvements
- Reporting of results in a clear, concise and structured manner
- Any other duties as reasonably required by the Company
To be successful in this Production Engineer role, you will need:
- Good Degree in Mechanical Engineering, similar discipline or equivalent experience
- Metallic component design experience required.
- An appreciation of Manufacturing Processes from an automated system perspective
- Knowledge of Lithium-Ion batteries would be beneficial
- Able to work as part of a team as well as ability to work on own initiative
- Experience of the fundamentals of mechanical design including best practices for machining, fixings, sealed junctions, fabrication and surface treatments.
- Ability to create designs from schemes through to completed part drawings.
- Familiar with CAD packages, previous experience of Siemens NX preferable
- Previous Cell tester or Cell manufacturing tools and equipment system design experience would be beneficial
- Fluent in spoken & written English.
- Cross cultural working environment experience
- Occasional domestic and travel overseas may be required
- Full Driving license and competence to drive in the UK
- PC literate
***THIS POSITION IS A MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER OPPORTUNITY WORKING ON THE SUPPORTING PRODUCTION SYSTEMS, TOOLING AND ASSOCIATED PROCESSES WITH REGARD TO PRODUCING OUR ERS SYSTEM***
At Red Bull Powertrains, we push the limits, fight for every victory, and get things done with relentless focus. Joining us means being part of a high-performance team that thrives on collaboration, trust, and ambition. We celebrate wins, learn from challenges, and take our work seriously—but not ourselves. Alongside a competitive salary, you’ll enjoy:
- Bonuses,
- Private healthcare,
- A pension scheme,
- On-site gym,
- Free daily food allowance
- And many more!
Most importantly, you’ll play a key role in powering championship-winning cars. If you're ready to be part of something extraordinary, apply now and help shape the future of F1.
How to Apply
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