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Audi F1’s headquarters in Hinwil, near Zurich, is a unique blend of cutting-edge motorsport engineering and the high quality of life Switzerland is known for. Nestled among beautiful mountains and close to sparkling lakes, the location offers both inspiration and tranquility—perfect for those who love nature alongside their career.
The building itself has been recently renovated and offers top-class offices with a modern, comfortable environment. The team culture is friendly, collaborative, and exciting, driven by innovation and a genuine desire to improve and push boundaries in Formula 1.
But here’s something you should know: the team is in the middle of a massive transition. Until very recently, this was the Sauber factory—Kick Sauber, Alfa Romeo Sauber, BMW Sauber, it’s worn a few names over the years. Now it’s becoming Audi’s factory team, and that means everything is changing. The branding, the processes, the people, the way things are done. It’s an exciting time to be there, but it also means not everything is fully settled yet. Some buildings are still being renovated. Some systems are being migrated. Some things that worked last year might not work the same way this year. If you visit or start working there, expect a bit of controlled chaos alongside the ambition. It’s part of the charm, honestly—you’re getting in on the ground floor of something new.
Actually, it’s not just one building—there are two main ones on site. One of them houses the wind tunnel, along with the aerodynamics department, the canteen, and a few event spaces. The other building is where most of the engineering happens on a day-to-day basis. That’s where the design offices are, the simulation teams, the composites workshop, and—crucially—the main reception. If you’re coming for an interview or your first day, that’s where you’ll check in. The two buildings are connected by a bridge, which is a relief because Swiss winters are brutally cold. Trust me, you do not want to be walking outside between buildings in January.
Food and facilities: Audi has its own canteen serving a variety of meal options, and just across the street there’s a small shopping center with additional choices for lunch or snacks. Parking can be tricky, so if you plan to come by car, either arrive early – by 7:15, we mean it! – or make sure you have a guaranteed spot.
Getting there: Zurich is one of the world’s top cities for quality of life, and the Swiss transport system is incredibly reliable. From the airport, trains and buses connect efficiently to Hinwil—just download the SBB app to plan your route to the office for interviews or your first day. You won’t have to worry about getting lost or being late; public transport in Switzerland is punctual and stress-free.
Zurich itself is a fantastic city to live in. It’s consistently ranked among the most liveable cities in the world for good reason. Safe, clean, beautiful, and incredibly well-connected. The train from Zurich main station to Hinwil takes about forty minutes—door to door. The trains run like Swiss trains—which is to say, impeccably. On time, comfortable, frequent, and reliable to the point where you stop checking the schedule because you just know it’ll be there.
The city itself has everything you could want: restaurants, culture, nightlife, green spaces, lake swimming in summer, Christmas markets in winter. And if you ever get tired of Zurich—which is unlikely—you’re an hour from the mountains, an hour from the airport, and a few hours from most of Europe. The cost of living is high, nobody will lie to you about that. But what you get for that money is safety, efficiency, breathtaking scenery, and a quality of life that’s hard to match anywhere else.
Insider tip: Swiss winters are cold—sometimes down to -10°C, with snow common in Zurich and the surrounding mountains. Make sure to dress warmly if you’re visiting in winter.
Outside work, Switzerland is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether it’s skiing, hiking in the mountains, cycling around lakes, or simply enjoying one of the safest and cleanest countries in the world, there’s plenty to do after hours. While life here may feel expensive, the quality of services, safety, and overall lifestyle often outweighs the cost.
Working at Audi F1 means being part of a team in full revolution mode. This isn’t a place where you just follow orders and keep your head down. The whole project is about building something new, challenging the established order, and pushing into territory that no Audi F1 team has ever explored before. That means there’s real room to make an impact. If you see something that could be done better, you have the authority to speak up, to suggest changes, to actually implement improvements. It’s the kind of environment where good ideas get noticed and where people who take initiative don’t get shut down—they get listened to.
The team is also incredibly international. You’ll be working alongside people from all over the world, speaking a mix of languages, bringing different perspectives and approaches to every problem. And if you don’t speak German? Honestly, don’t worry about it. English is the working language on track and in the factory. You’ll get by just fine. But here’s a piece of genuine advice: learn a bit of German anyway. Not because you’ll need it for work, but because it’s the polite thing to do. For daily life—buying groceries, dealing with local services, chatting with neighbours—a few words go a long way to avoid being “another foreigner” in the country.