Pit Stop Equipment Design Team Leader

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).

• Lead, inspire, and manage a team of engineers / designers, responsible for developing and improving pit stop equipment
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Race Engineering & Pit Crew, Mechanical Engineering, to identify pain points, align objectives and enhance pit stop performance
• Mentor and guide team members in their technical development, fostering an environment of creativity and continuous improvement
• Oversee the design and prototyping of tools and equipment used during pit stops (e.g., wheel guns / nuts and retention systems, jacks, pit stop gantry etc.)
• Drive the evolution of equipment design, ensuring it meets both technical specifications and the team’s unique performance needs
• Incorporate data-driven insights and feedback from race events to refine and optimize equipment for maximum speed and reliability
• Ensure all equipment is compliant with FIA regulations while pushing the boundaries of innovation and performance
• Implement solutions to improve the ergonomics, usability, and efficiency of the equipment to reduce the time spent during pit stops
• Define and oversee rigorous testing programs with a focus on durability under extreme conditions, using both simulation and on-track data to evaluate performance
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies, trends, and best practices within motorsport and engineering fields to introduce innovative solutions
• Manage the end-to-end design process, including project timelines (together with our PM team) and resource allocation
• Ensure that all equipment is delivered on time, within budget, and in line with quality standards, ready for race day

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• Proven experience in an engineering or design leadership role, ideally within motorsport or high-performance engineering environments
• Extensive experience in designing, testing, and refining mechanical systems
• Familiarity with pit stop procedures and understanding of the importance of efficiency during race events
• Expertise in CAD software (preferably on CATIA 3DX or V5)
• Proficiency in materials science (metals & composite), mechanical design, and manufacturing processes
• Excellent communication skills, problem-solving abilities and a strong analytical mindset
• Team player and innovative thinker with a passion for motorsport and high-performance engineering
• Proficiency in English language skills. German language skills will be an advantage