Our Team

Since the 2026 season, Audi has been competing in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship.

The new team has three locations. The Motorsport Competence Center of Audi in Neuburg (Germany) is considered one of the most modern of its kind in Europe. The Formula 1 factory of Audi Motorsport AG in Hinwil (Switzerland) is known for its innovative technologies and passion for racing. The Audi Motorsport Technology Center in UK is in its launch phase and growing continuously. 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.

This position is to be filled at Audi Formula Racing GmbH in Neuburg (Germany).

As Head of Power Unit Controls Development , you will lead the Controls department responsible for Standard ECU (SECU) software development, virtual validation, Hardware-in-the-Loop systems, Systems/Data Processing for the Audi Formula 1 Power Unit. You will drive the development strategy, foster technical excellence and ensure efficient execution across all Power Unit Controls activities while building and motivating a high-performing interdisciplinary team.

Combining engineering excellence with strong leadership capabilities, you will play a key role in delivering competitive performance, reliability and innovation for Audi's Formula 1 programme.

Your Mission

Lead and develop the Power Unit Controls organization, including SECU Software Development, HiL & Real-Time Systems, and Systems/Data Processing
Build, coach and inspire a highly qualified team of engineers in a high-performance motorsport environment
Define and execute the Power Unit Controls technology roadmap aligned with overall Power Unit project objectives
Ensure efficient delivery of software and validation activities across all development phases
Drive cross-functional collaboration with Power Unit Design, Testing, Performance, Operations, Trackside Engineering groups and Chassis Controls group
Establish robust development, validation and release processes to guarantee quality, reliability and traceability
Lead strategic decisions regarding software architecture, modelling environments, simulation technologies and validation tools
Ensure effective utilization and continuous improvement of virtual development platforms, HiL systems and digital-twin environments
Define and execute the strategy for engineering data acquisition and measurement systems across all Power Unit development environments
Oversee data acquisition solutions for the Power Unit components, engine dynos, subsystem test benches and Hardware-in-the-Loop platforms
Support performance optimization and reliability investigations through data-driven engineering approaches
Contribute to technical risk assessment and mitigation strategies
Provide engineering support to Mission Control and race event activities when required
Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement
As the disciplinary and functional manager, you are also responsible for all personnel-related matters within the department, the organization of the department, resource planning and schedules, budget limits, the maintenance of the management systems, as well as process and interface agreements

Your Profile

Successfully completed studies in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Mechatronics, Automotive Engineering, Control Engineering or a comparable discipline
Several years of leadership experience in high-performance motorsports engineering organizations
Proven track record in control systems, embedded software development, simulation and calibration environments
Experience with combustion engine software and a good understanding of high-performance engines
Strong understanding of modern hybrid powertrains, electrified propulsion systems and control architectures
Experience with MATLAB/Simulink-based development environments, ideally Motion Applied
Experience with Hardware-in-the-Loop and virtual validation methodologies
Excellent understanding of embedded control systems, communication protocols and vehicle integration processes
Experience managing complex technical projects and multidisciplinary engineering teams
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills across technical and management levels
Ability to translate strategic objectives into operational execution
High level of ownership, resilience and decision-making capability
Demonstrated ability to develop talent and build high-performing teams
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Excellent English communication skills; German is beneficial but not mandatory

About Us

We are an equal opportunity employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and expressly welcome applications from people with disabilities. We look forward to reviewing your application and having you join the team as part/or full-time employee in our pursuit of excellence in Formula 1.

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