@@imszervi-o-8499 I don't know how much the new price cap affects it, but I had multiple teammates from my FSAE team go into F1 and I can tell you by in large the work life balance is terrible. I'm not trying to be a Debbie downer, but you have to really, really love F1 to tolerate it and even then most people can only deal with it for short periods of time. It's by far the biggest negative IMO. If you're in college I HIGHLY recommend you join your FSAE team. If you take it seriously it will give you a decent sense of what working in F1 is like which is just ridiculous hours constantly. I also personally learned that as much as I absolutely love cars, when it became a "job" of sorts for me the enjoyment decreased over time. In retrospect I loved every minute of my FSAE experience, but I'll be honest there were times when I was beyond stressed out, sleep deprived, and my GF was pissed at me for "spending more time with the car than her" and I just wanted to quit, but I didn't because I didn't want to be the guy who let everyone down and I knew how overloaded everyone else was. I don't know first hand how F1 teams run, but I'd imagine the comradery is similar to some extent, especially mid-season. So if you can, I can't stress enough how valuable/important that whole experience was and I know with 100% certainty it's almost a soft requirement of sorts to work in F1. You don't have to have it, but it really, really helps. Especially if you do well in competition and design review. Edit: I should have watched the whole video first :-0. I agree with more or less everything Blake said.
I am currently a Masters Student in Canada, I only have one wish which is to be a Aerodynamicist. I'm so glad I found your channel. Keep up the awesome content Blake !!!!!! And keep posting tips for us young engineers who want to get into the world of motorsports :)
Really good video blake. I've always been interested in the sport but these past couple of months i realised I would really appreciate working in f1. As a 3rd year Production and Industrial Engg student in india, is there still time to get in the sport ?
What did kind of software did you guys use for FEA? Ansys, Abaqus, COMSOL, Nastran or something else? What about CFD? Same software or different ones? And what about shaft and axle design. Which methods? FKM, DIN743 or did you rely on principle stresses in FEA?
So you’ve worked for RedBull in the past. I have a question I hope you can answer. Is Perez’ car different in performance from Verstappen during the 2022 season?
Thanks for the nice video❤ I’m crazy about motor sports and I chose to go to Britain for college instead of staying in China totally out of the love for racing. Since I’m still a high school student now and is going to apply for college, I wanna ask about whether the teams care a lot about what university I am from? Well to be honest I am not good enough to enter Cambridge or else, but I am pretty sure I can make it to UCL, Bristol uni or Manchester, though these universities aren’t that competitive. By the way, does the majors matter? I would like to apply for both ME and EEE, while I am not sure whether EEE could closely related to motor sports.
@@brrrake thx for ur reply! Further one more question: If I graduate with an aeronautical engineering degree, would I only be able to work in an office or would there be any choice for me to be a trackside engineer? Indeed I am more willing to do some trackside jobs like data analysis or else(that’s why I consider EEE as well).
@@thomasmarton2857 I didn't join 1st year because I thought it was too early and didn't have enough knowledge, so I decided I would join 2nd or 3rd year when I have at least more theoretical experience
@@lozy497 fair enough but it's all about getting that experience. I'm headed Brookes next year and I don't see what I've got to lose by starting in year 1. Even if I am just doing cad because I've spent some time learning it already you're still getting experience and when the summer comes and people are away (me aiming to become a performance engineer in particular) I will snatch that opportunity
As someone who wants to work in F1 in the future, this video was outstanding. it's good to know I'm already doing some of the things in the list, but there are others I can improve a lot. would love if you could do a video on how to make your CV stand out for a F1 team specifically. Keep up the good work!
Thank you so much for this! I have completed my BSc in Mechanical Engineering in South Africa and I've been accepted to do a Masters in Motorsport Engineering at the University of Wales (waiting for my visa to come through) I'll be following your channel closely for more helpful advice. Also please make individual videos about how you got into F1 and each step. It would be cool to hear about how different transitions made you feel and what you did right and wrong. Thank you again 🙌🏾
Im not in university yet, but being an f1 engineer is really becoming my dream job for almost two years now. I really like physics and math from earlier and regularly go to competitions. I was first in my country in physics competition and almost went to world olympiad but didnt because of some stupid mistakes I made. Hopefully I will reach my goal some day.
Thank you for this video! What I’d recommend to everyone is to go get involved in any motorsport you can. There’s always going to be autocross events near you if tracks are too far like they were for me. I loved volunteering as a marshal and alongside doing vehicle dynamics for a top formula student team I hope that’ll help me get in the door of F1!
Thanks for the video Blake ❤. I’m a bachelor student from Australia, recently I am wondering does phd degree guarantee a higher position in the team or not; Is it more worthy to do some more relevant placement with more experience in Motorsport? or continuing study to pursuing a phd degree?
I’m from the UK, doing my undergrad in the US right now. I’ve spent my first year as a Bio major, but have gotten really into math since being in college and I started watching formula 1 this year and realized how strategic and analytical it is, which I’ve come to realize are the things that make my brain buzz (in the best way if you know what I mean). I’m leaning heavy towards switching my major to mechanical engineering, and this video has been a huge help in my research into all things motorsports! Thank you so much for this Blake!
The thing is even if you decide Motorsport isn't for you... Mechanical engineering is very versatile and many of the things you might appreciate about formula 1 exist in other engineering disciplines! Good luck!
@@brrrake Thank you for the advice! The versatility of the degree is a major plus! I have a feeling that my path will stay within the sports industry since I’ve grown up competing and I love the strategic aspect of sports in general, but the best part about the journey is discovering passions you never knew you had! Appreciate your reply and I wish you continued success in your life journey!
Absolutely amazing content as always. Calling it now, within 12 months this is going to be the biggest F1 channel on TH-cam. Amazing insight and awesome unique content! Keep it up!
This video was so helpful The fact that you got a bachelors in Texas gives me hope that I have a chance to work as an engineer in F1 and I appreciate all the information you gave us on where to start our own research and I can try to find out more about this industry. I still have a long way to go but I feel like I have a good idea of what to expect and I can’t wait to watch more of your videos.
Hi, I’ve got another question, working permits for foreign employees require a least starting salary of 38700 pounds, but even if I was good enough to be accepted by an F1 racing team then it would be impossible for me to work for them. What I’m gonna do to stay in racing industry😭
Thank you so much Blake! This is so helpful and inspirational for me. Since I was a kid I've always dreamed of working in the F1 industry. Now I am studying to become an engineer and I am also enrolled in the formula student program since last semester. I am in the summer break of my studies and learning how to code. Going into my second semester in October and keeping my eye on my goal and you're helping me to push myself that tiny bit more. There's nothing else I can imagine doing myself in the future other than working for an F1 team. You're lighting my motivation up and I am thankful for that. But 1 question. Do you see yourself returning to F1 and if yes/no, why? And would it be easier for you since you've already worked for them? Sincerely Patrick
Patrick this is awesome to hear! I can tell you're passionate about this. All the best! Honestly I left because I wanted a new challenge. I'm not sure I'd go back. I think this channel can grow and I can offer enough value to make a living on my terms. Independence!
@@brrrake Thank you for the quick response! Okay I understand. I think your channel will become successful in no time. Your content is really educational and I think many people appreciate that. I mostly avoid F1 content on TH-cam because many of these other channels focus too much on drama and I hate that. I like your neutral and analytical stance. Keep it up! You'll do great. Me and many others will follow closely.
I am so happy to find such a great video advising me what to do to get my dream job now when I am a still a highschool student. Thanks for your advise, I'll be working on what you said in the future. Though I still have a question......, is it any hide obstacles for an Asian or Taiwanese like me to get a F1 job?
When it comes to any job, I get nervous. I don't know whether I'm going to be good at it or not. Say I'm interested in the aerodynamics department, would they teach me how to work my way around an F1 car? Would I just be thrown in there without any training? WILL there be training? How do I get myself setup? Obviously I'd have to go to college for very obvious reasons, but I'm just so lost, and I really want to work in F1. I don't want to spend so much time doing something that I think I'm going to like, and then ending up not liking it. I want to mostly work as a pit stop crew member, but if I'm not able to go there, I don't know what to do for a job in F1 or a career in general. Do I just go to the UK and start asking McLaren employees how the hell I get started? I just don't know what to do.
Hey Blake, How's Oxford Brookes for pursuing Msc in motorsports engineering, for someone exploring options in UK? What all other colleges in UK would you recommend for the same apart from Brookes?
And me a humble electrical engineering student from Greece, that in his free time tries to develop bespoke composite parts from his small basement workshop, what chances do I have... None... and that's the issue. I have none and many other people have none. Even though love for motorsport is universal, the opportunities presented are not. The Formula student program of my university is dominated by mechs. They don't need electrical engineers they say... They have enough... But I say I want to work in Vehicle Dynamics they keep telling me " you can't". In the chassis department - YOU CANT-. In the suspension department -YOU CANT- They will never accept that even though you study EE you can be as good at mech eng... Sorry about my rant...
This is an awesome video. I'm starting my 2nd year in Mech E; FSAE allowed me to find how passionate I am about suspension and vehicle dynamics. It's changed how I view my coursework into how I can apply those concepts to my own design process of the car. I'd love to learn about engineers that started in U.S. motorsport (Imsa, Indy, Nascar) and transitioned into the top series such as F1 or WEC. Hearing your route to F1 showed that there is opportunity for U.S. engineering students to make it to F1.
Hello Thanks for your video I’d like to work as a mechanical engineer specialized in designing, building and testing engine parts Could you please enlighten me on this subject
Okay i have passion for formula 1 since grade 10th currently i am in a weird situation where in i will have to do my bachelors in mechanical from a normal college in india,I had plans of going abroad for masters in germany to open up a few opportunities. Currently i am hopeless and i dont know whether the curriculum in india for mechanical engineering is as good as abroad, i lack the funds at this point to go abroad, so what will you suggest me?
Thank you for the video. I am a high school senior in Japan, and considering to study abroad. I have a few questions. 1. I am considering to take aerospace engineering, but is it possible to become a track side engineer with that degree? 2. I am in love with Ferrari’s formula 1 team and want to work there in the future, but should I go to the university in Italy rather than America?
My first question is why did you really move on from F1. But for me I did civil engineering at Temple Uni and I spent 2 years with my school's SAE team. I mostly did grunt work like welding and carbon fiber work. Currently I own my own construction company and do drafting so I'm strong with CAD. Can someone with my background be viable for car development or team management?
10 years was enough turning the handle. Time to do something different. If you have good design skills I'm sure you would be qualified. Most managers tend to be junior engineers who climbed the ladder
@@waynekerr67 thanks that is a good idea to look into Indy, but I'm from a British overseas territory so I would need a visa to work in the US. But I will see what's out there.
Hey man , I'm currently studying towards a Stats degree hoping to move into Data Science could there be a path into Formula 1 or motorsport as data scientist since I'm not exactly an engineer per say?
Mega video Blake! Well spoken as always. Love #5! It's insane how many people get emotionally attached to things. Testing in Windtunnel while emotionally attached to one of your option is the absolute worse thing to happen. Keep 'em coming Blake!
It is a struggle but a lot of the teams support you with sponsorship for a visa if you're coming from outside the UK. For permanent roles RedBull provides a certificate of sponsorship for a skilled worker visa and covers the cost of the process. As far as I know they'll mention it in their job listing if they provide sponsorship and if so don't hesitate to apply with a non UK degree and experience
Hey Blake Great video, it was very informative. I have a question pertaining to studying in the UK. Am I at a disadvantage by not studying in the UK or is it common for F1 applicants to get their final degrees from other countries as well?
I would not call it a disadvantage, I studied in Malta for the most part, but since most teams are based in the UK it can provide a bit of an aid. The F1 team I work for has many employees who have studied outside of the UK
Perfect! I’m currently in school for mechanical with a focus in aerospace. I love how incredible it is and these vehicles work. I’d love to work for F1 in the future.
A big thing for me (aside from my now wife not wanting to move to the uk) was that I couldn't figure out how to properly apply to oxford brook's msc program. This was over 10 years ago but there were a lot of questions I just couldn't answer because I didn't know what they were and couldn't find how to translate my american classes to their format. What the hell are A levels? Like I still don't know to this day.
Hello, if I want to learn mechanical engineering but not so good at math.. will this be a problem for me or do you learn and understand over time? Thank you
DUUUUUUUUUUUDE!!!!!! I don't know how to phrase this but every word that came out of your mouth I felt like I resonated with. I've been trying my hardest and feel major imposter syndrome but I am not sure why. What even is my next step and how I guarantee my spot at a chance. For some more background, I am currently an ME undergrad and personally, with the most respect, I'd love to request a chat so you can answer some questions most undergrads I think would have. At least those that are interested in F1. This video opened my eyes and gave me hope but even you said it yourself, you can only fit so much into 20 minutes' worth of content. Id also likes to ask you some specific questions about R&D and talk about what it is like to work with an engine and what that entails. I don't do youtube but I promise you I'm a pretty interesting guy lol. Regardless, thank you for the video, and keep doing what you're doing, thanks!
i am studying Mathematics in my undergrad and want to get into working for Formula one. could u guide me as to what all courses or criteria’s will have to be met as i cant really redo my undergrad with mechanical or any other form of engineering.
im interested in automotive engineering and also is my dream working for f1 team and work during race weekend travelling around with the team. the question is that does automotive engineers travel with the team during the weekend for races or what engineering i should take to work with the team
Why did u travel to the UK for that? Is it easier to get the job there? What do I have to study or achieve to become a race engineer and be the one who talks to the driver?
A lot of engineers are either originally from UK or at least graduated schools in UK even if they aren't UK citizens. Most of the teams are located in England(esp near Oxford) but of course there are some exceptional cases too. Trackside performance engineer jobs would be the best if you want to be a race engineer or "the one who directly talks to the driver" - so you'd better go for either MechE or Aerospace, i reckon.
This video was so helpful!! My dad is a mechanic and I’ve helped him out a few times but he gets worrisome since he doesn’t want me getting hurt but I’ve always been interested in cars and I recently found out about F1 (due to Gran Turismo movie lol) but I love it and I would love to have a future career of this or related to this. This video answered all my questions and is very detailed about what to do to work at F1. Thanks again!👍
as a student in my last year of high school who wants to work in Formula One or similar jobs in future, i have been planning to study aeronautical engineering, is that also considered qualification enough?
Aeronautical engineering would be good choice. I'd take modules directly related to Fluid/Aero dynamics as much as possible(Of course the story would be different if you want to work in another parts of F1 engineering jobs beside Aero/CFD part)
Is possible to get job in f1 without any tech backround? I mean all these assistans, cleaners and people who work in hospitality and stuff. It seems that it´s more difficult to get a common job?
Hi Blake First of all congrats for such a well made and informative video I am a second year in “Bs computing mathematics”and just wanted to know whether there is a scope in the industry. Will definitely use the LinkedIn tip. Subscribed
I am studing Mineral rescources and Mining engineering in Greece. What path can i follow to get there some day. I can do a master in Aerodynamics or Material science. Is there something else an engineer can do? Like, data analysis how they do it or something else i have not think about.
I’m pretty sure there’s a masters engineering programme in FEA simulations. You could get a job doing these simulations and verify yours results. You get paid a lot of money for it even if the simulation/report is wrong. In most industries the results are more wrong than right but as long as you can verify it you’ll be fine.
And of you engineers & computer scientists out there, How many of you don't like 'Word Problems'? If you're raising your hand, I have a surprise for you ;) LOL
Thank you so much for this video. I will be going to college this fall and am unsure what I would be doing after college. I have had an interest in formula 1 and thought it would be cool to find a job with the sport but never put much thought into it. This video did a very good job of making that feel like a tangible possibility to work towards. I look forward to more videos within this vein.
i clicked off the video when he said about the engineering qualifications, if you dont have the A-level, GCSE qualifications in the UK then you can kiss goodbye ur chances of a Engineering degree at uni let alone getting into F1
You're so right Rachel. I hired one colleague who was more curious than me. She kept showing me stuff that wasn't her assigned project, Turns out, she was a lot smarter than me and more times than not - eventually we'd end up using what she'd learned on some other application. When she left, her replacement wasn't curious - mostly worthless. I had to carry most of the water until I retired.
Great video, thank you! I am grew up in San Antonio and have been living in Dallas for five years now. I am currently pursuing dual Master's degrees in Data Science (Machine Learning) and Mechanical Engineering at SMU. My desire is very much in-line with your experience. I'd give anything to work with a team trackside and then HQ. I appreciate the info about Formula Student and the Visa.
so I'm currently training as an electrician but it's only my second choice of career I've always wanted to work in f1 I'm 17 after my first year of college but I feel I've left it too late to get into a university am I too late or am I just being melodramatic?
It’d be cool to see a video on comparing track side vs factory engineering. Pros vs cons of each, work life balance of each, etc.
This would be a great video
@@imszervi-o-8499 I don't know how much the new price cap affects it, but I had multiple teammates from my FSAE team go into F1 and I can tell you by in large the work life balance is terrible. I'm not trying to be a Debbie downer, but you have to really, really love F1 to tolerate it and even then most people can only deal with it for short periods of time. It's by far the biggest negative IMO.
If you're in college I HIGHLY recommend you join your FSAE team. If you take it seriously it will give you a decent sense of what working in F1 is like which is just ridiculous hours constantly. I also personally learned that as much as I absolutely love cars, when it became a "job" of sorts for me the enjoyment decreased over time. In retrospect I loved every minute of my FSAE experience, but I'll be honest there were times when I was beyond stressed out, sleep deprived, and my GF was pissed at me for "spending more time with the car than her" and I just wanted to quit, but I didn't because I didn't want to be the guy who let everyone down and I knew how overloaded everyone else was. I don't know first hand how F1 teams run, but I'd imagine the comradery is similar to some extent, especially mid-season.
So if you can, I can't stress enough how valuable/important that whole experience was and I know with 100% certainty it's almost a soft requirement of sorts to work in F1. You don't have to have it, but it really, really helps. Especially if you do well in competition and design review.
Edit: I should have watched the whole video first :-0. I agree with more or less everything Blake said.
Agree
I am currently a Masters Student in Canada, I only have one wish which is to be a Aerodynamicist. I'm so glad I found your channel. Keep up the awesome content Blake !!!!!!
And keep posting tips for us young engineers who want to get into the world of motorsports :)
Hi I am from India I did my BE in EE how to join here can you please tell me
Thank you for this video! A dream of mine to work within F1, this video helped me to understand way more!😁
Great great video, love your work man.
Would like to see a video about the simulator performance engineering job
Really good video blake. I've always been interested in the sport but these past couple of months i realised I would really appreciate working in f1. As a 3rd year Production and Industrial Engg student in india, is there still time to get in the sport ?
What did kind of software did you guys use for FEA? Ansys, Abaqus, COMSOL, Nastran or something else?
What about CFD? Same software or different ones?
And what about shaft and axle design. Which methods? FKM, DIN743 or did you rely on principle stresses in FEA?
So you’ve worked for RedBull in the past. I have a question I hope you can answer. Is Perez’ car different in performance from Verstappen during the 2022 season?
Thanks for the nice video❤ I’m crazy about motor sports and I chose to go to Britain for college instead of staying in China totally out of the love for racing. Since I’m still a high school student now and is going to apply for college, I wanna ask about whether the teams care a lot about what university I am from? Well to be honest I am not good enough to enter Cambridge or else, but I am pretty sure I can make it to UCL, Bristol uni or Manchester, though these universities aren’t that competitive. By the way, does the majors matter? I would like to apply for both ME and EEE, while I am not sure whether EEE could closely related to motor sports.
Sometimes the university matters but what's in your CV is more important. I would do ME if you want to do Motorsport. Many more opportunities
@@brrrake thx for ur reply! Further one more question: If I graduate with an aeronautical engineering degree, would I only be able to work in an office or would there be any choice for me to be a trackside engineer? Indeed I am more willing to do some trackside jobs like data analysis or else(that’s why I consider EEE as well).
@@SebWang-0105 very few jobs start out as trackside. Almost none of them. There are very few trackside aeros per team compared to other enfineers
@@brrrake OK I understand.thanks for ur reply
4:46 What do you prefer for a mechanical engineer (in your opinion)? I am doing A levels currently
What year of your bachelor degree you were when you joined the Formula Student program??
Just join it as soon as you can. It depends on the university
@@thomasmarton2857 I didn't join 1st year because I thought it was too early and didn't have enough knowledge, so I decided I would join 2nd or 3rd year when I have at least more theoretical experience
@@lozy497 fair enough but it's all about getting that experience. I'm headed Brookes next year and I don't see what I've got to lose by starting in year 1. Even if I am just doing cad because I've spent some time learning it already you're still getting experience and when the summer comes and people are away (me aiming to become a performance engineer in particular) I will snatch that opportunity
Immediately!
@@brrrake sadly it's not the same everywhere at Coventry uni you can only take part in FS from year 3
As someone who wants to work in F1 in the future, this video was outstanding. it's good to know I'm already doing some of the things in the list, but there are others I can improve a lot. would love if you could do a video on how to make your CV stand out for a F1 team specifically. Keep up the good work!
Hey man. I will try to do some more stuff on this soon! I'll keep thinking.
Thank you so much for this!
I have completed my BSc in Mechanical Engineering in South Africa and I've been accepted to do a Masters in Motorsport Engineering at the University of Wales (waiting for my visa to come through)
I'll be following your channel closely for more helpful advice.
Also please make individual videos about how you got into F1 and each step. It would be cool to hear about how different transitions made you feel and what you did right and wrong.
Thank you again 🙌🏾
I got my VISA!!
@@TharishRavin13 good luck bro and I hope you make it to f1🙏
@@lorenzogv8810 thank you 😊 🙌🏾
Hey man, I studied at the university of Wales. Drop me a message if you want some advice about the course or Swansea in general✌️
@@TharishRavin13 bro that really nice i also wanna be the part of formula 1 team. Could you help how to got the admission?
Im not in university yet, but being an f1 engineer is really becoming my dream job for almost two years now. I really like physics and math from earlier and regularly go to competitions. I was first in my country in physics competition and almost went to world olympiad but didnt because of some stupid mistakes I made. Hopefully I will reach my goal some day.
Thank you for this video! What I’d recommend to everyone is to go get involved in any motorsport you can. There’s always going to be autocross events near you if tracks are too far like they were for me. I loved volunteering as a marshal and alongside doing vehicle dynamics for a top formula student team I hope that’ll help me get in the door of F1!
Thanks for the video Blake ❤.
I’m a bachelor student from Australia, recently I am wondering does phd degree guarantee a higher position in the team or not; Is it more worthy to do some more relevant placement with more experience in Motorsport? or continuing study to pursuing a phd degree?
Can you please make a video on travkside engineering?!!! Its my dream to be one!!!!! I am 15 yrs old boy and need this...!!!
I’m from the UK, doing my undergrad in the US right now. I’ve spent my first year as a Bio major, but have gotten really into math since being in college and I started watching formula 1 this year and realized how strategic and analytical it is, which I’ve come to realize are the things that make my brain buzz (in the best way if you know what I mean). I’m leaning heavy towards switching my major to mechanical engineering, and this video has been a huge help in my research into all things motorsports! Thank you so much for this Blake!
The thing is even if you decide Motorsport isn't for you... Mechanical engineering is very versatile and many of the things you might appreciate about formula 1 exist in other engineering disciplines! Good luck!
@@brrrake Thank you for the advice! The versatility of the degree is a major plus! I have a feeling that my path will stay within the sports industry since I’ve grown up competing and I love the strategic aspect of sports in general, but the best part about the journey is discovering passions you never knew you had! Appreciate your reply and I wish you continued success in your life journey!
Absolutely amazing content as always. Calling it now, within 12 months this is going to be the biggest F1 channel on TH-cam. Amazing insight and awesome unique content! Keep it up!
Thanks for your advise! So lucky to see this video when i am still in high school.
Thank you!
This video was so helpful
The fact that you got a bachelors in Texas gives me hope that I have a chance to work as an engineer in F1 and I appreciate all the information you gave us on where to start our own research and I can try to find out more about this industry. I still have a long way to go but I feel like I have a good idea of what to expect and I can’t wait to watch more of your videos.
Hey Johan. I'm glad it was helpful. I will hopefully add more in this series and add more insight in the future!
I'm more interested in using coding in F1
Red Bull inbox spammed with resumes now thanks
Hi, I’ve got another question, working permits for foreign employees require a least starting salary of 38700 pounds, but even if I was good enough to be accepted by an F1 racing team then it would be impossible for me to work for them. What I’m gonna do to stay in racing industry😭
Thank you so much Blake!
This is so helpful and inspirational for me. Since I was a kid I've always dreamed of working in the F1 industry. Now I am studying to become an engineer and I am also enrolled in the formula student program since last semester. I am in the summer break of my studies and learning how to code.
Going into my second semester in October and keeping my eye on my goal and you're helping me to push myself that tiny bit more. There's nothing else I can imagine doing myself in the future other than working for an F1 team. You're lighting my motivation up and I am thankful for that.
But 1 question.
Do you see yourself returning to F1 and if yes/no, why?
And would it be easier for you since you've already worked for them?
Sincerely
Patrick
Patrick this is awesome to hear! I can tell you're passionate about this. All the best!
Honestly I left because I wanted a new challenge. I'm not sure I'd go back. I think this channel can grow and I can offer enough value to make a living on my terms. Independence!
@@brrrake Thank you for the quick response!
Okay I understand. I think your channel will become successful in no time. Your content is really educational and I think many people appreciate that. I mostly avoid F1 content on TH-cam because many of these other channels focus too much on drama and I hate that. I like your neutral and analytical stance. Keep it up! You'll do great. Me and many others will follow closely.
Hi! Question...Why you seid " keep out the emotions"? And...Why you no work more in motor sport? Thanks!!! I'm from Argentina.
I am so happy to find such a great video advising me what to do to get my dream job now when I am a still a highschool student. Thanks for your advise, I'll be working on what you said in the future. Though I still have a question......, is it any hide obstacles for an Asian or Taiwanese like me to get a F1 job?
Hi Brrrake, Thank you for this video, I just sent a mail to you concerning this, I would appreciate it if you check. Thanks.
When it comes to any job, I get nervous. I don't know whether I'm going to be good at it or not. Say I'm interested in the aerodynamics department, would they teach me how to work my way around an F1 car? Would I just be thrown in there without any training? WILL there be training? How do I get myself setup? Obviously I'd have to go to college for very obvious reasons, but I'm just so lost, and I really want to work in F1. I don't want to spend so much time doing something that I think I'm going to like, and then ending up not liking it. I want to mostly work as a pit stop crew member, but if I'm not able to go there, I don't know what to do for a job in F1 or a career in general. Do I just go to the UK and start asking McLaren employees how the hell I get started? I just don't know what to do.
Hey Blake,
How's Oxford Brookes for pursuing Msc in motorsports engineering, for someone exploring options in UK?
What all other colleges in UK would you recommend for the same apart from Brookes?
And me a humble electrical engineering student from Greece, that in his free time tries to develop bespoke composite parts from his small basement workshop, what chances do I have...
None... and that's the issue. I have none and many other people have none.
Even though love for motorsport is universal, the opportunities presented are not.
The Formula student program of my university is dominated by mechs.
They don't need electrical engineers they say... They have enough...
But I say I want to work in Vehicle Dynamics they keep telling me " you can't".
In the chassis department - YOU CANT-.
In the suspension department -YOU CANT-
They will never accept that even though you study EE you can be as good at mech eng...
Sorry about my rant...
This is an awesome video. I'm starting my 2nd year in Mech E; FSAE allowed me to find how passionate I am about suspension and vehicle dynamics. It's changed how I view my coursework into how I can apply those concepts to my own design process of the car. I'd love to learn about engineers that started in U.S. motorsport (Imsa, Indy, Nascar) and transitioned into the top series such as F1 or WEC. Hearing your route to F1 showed that there is opportunity for U.S. engineering students to make it to F1.
Hello
Thanks for your video
I’d like to work as a mechanical engineer specialized in designing, building and testing engine parts
Could you please enlighten me on this subject
Okay i have passion for formula 1 since grade 10th currently i am in a weird situation where in i will have to do my bachelors in mechanical from a normal college in india,I had plans of going abroad for masters in germany to open up a few opportunities. Currently i am hopeless and i dont know whether the curriculum in india for mechanical engineering is as good as abroad, i lack the funds at this point to go abroad, so what will you suggest me?
Ηey Brake, just wanting to know, is electrical engineer is idealin order to have a job in F1?
The video everyone was waiting for
At what point would you go from strictly classroom studies to formula sae in university?
Thank you for the video. I am a high school senior in Japan, and considering to study abroad.
I have a few questions.
1. I am considering to take aerospace engineering, but is it possible to become a track side engineer with that degree?
2. I am in love with Ferrari’s formula 1 team and want to work there in the future, but should I go to the university in Italy rather than America?
My first question is why did you really move on from F1.
But for me I did civil engineering at Temple Uni and I spent 2 years with my school's SAE team. I mostly did grunt work like welding and carbon fiber work. Currently I own my own construction company and do drafting so I'm strong with CAD.
Can someone with my background be viable for car development or team management?
Car development needs a lot of fab guys.
A fab guy who welds and does carbon? The teams at indy would fight for this skillset.
10 years was enough turning the handle. Time to do something different. If you have good design skills I'm sure you would be qualified. Most managers tend to be junior engineers who climbed the ladder
@@waynekerr67 thanks that is a good idea to look into Indy, but I'm from a British overseas territory so I would need a visa to work in the US. But I will see what's out there.
@@brrrake thanks, I love working with CAD so I'll give it a try, who knows what will happen
as a student pursuing bachealorsin information Technology how can i land job in F1 industry
so how much chances are there for an indian mechanical engineer (female) as an design engineer /r&d or in vehicle dynamics in f1 world ?
What if rather then a Job, you’ve seen something (technology) and want to say to a team - I’ve seen this and want you to know about it .
Hey man , I'm currently studying towards a Stats degree hoping to move into Data Science could there be a path into Formula 1 or motorsport as data scientist since I'm not exactly an engineer per say?
could you make a video on how to get a job for a physiotherapist in F1
Mega video Blake! Well spoken as always. Love #5! It's insane how many people get emotionally attached to things. Testing in Windtunnel while emotionally attached to one of your option is the absolute worse thing to happen. Keep 'em coming Blake!
Absolutely. I understand it, but it's so weird
Is it better to do a masters or honours degree?
is a master’s degree necessarily needed when applying as an engineer or no? thanks!
I really want to be a mechanic in f1 i completed btech in mechanical engineering what next i have no idea
It is a struggle but a lot of the teams support you with sponsorship for a visa if you're coming from outside the UK. For permanent roles RedBull provides a certificate of sponsorship for a skilled worker visa and covers the cost of the process. As far as I know they'll mention it in their job listing if they provide sponsorship and if so don't hesitate to apply with a non UK degree and experience
I’m 14 and just wondering what to study in high school
Step 1, be sexy. Step 2, change your name to Blake.
Hi i am trying to get a for engineering and i wanna make the engine
Hey Blake
Great video, it was very informative.
I have a question pertaining to studying in the UK. Am I at a disadvantage by not studying in the UK or is it common for F1 applicants to get their final degrees from other countries as well?
I would not call it a disadvantage, I studied in Malta for the most part, but since most teams are based in the UK it can provide a bit of an aid. The F1 team I work for has many employees who have studied outside of the UK
The main limitation will just be the visa situation I discussed.
Thanks for the insights people,
Much appreciated :)
Would you be able to do a video better explaining your time on the circus and what all the roles you can fill
Would a motorsports engineering degree be good enough?
Can you shred? That looks like a shredder guitar 😳
1.) loved the video, very knowledgeable
2.) ✨ house tourrrrr ✨
Perfect! I’m currently in school for mechanical with a focus in aerospace. I love how incredible it is and these vehicles work. I’d love to work for F1 in the future.
A big thing for me (aside from my now wife not wanting to move to the uk) was that I couldn't figure out how to properly apply to oxford brook's msc program. This was over 10 years ago but there were a lot of questions I just couldn't answer because I didn't know what they were and couldn't find how to translate my american classes to their format. What the hell are A levels? Like I still don't know to this day.
I want to be a Strategist for Ferrari…can the hiring process really be that hard?!?
I don't even want to be an engineer but this was still a fascinating look behind that process.
Hello, if I want to learn mechanical engineering but not so good at math.. will this be a problem for me or do you learn and understand over time? Thank you
You can always get better at math
DUUUUUUUUUUUDE!!!!!! I don't know how to phrase this but every word that came out of your mouth I felt like I resonated with. I've been trying my hardest and feel major imposter syndrome but I am not sure why. What even is my next step and how I guarantee my spot at a chance. For some more background, I am currently an ME undergrad and personally, with the most respect, I'd love to request a chat so you can answer some questions most undergrads I think would have. At least those that are interested in F1. This video opened my eyes and gave me hope but even you said it yourself, you can only fit so much into 20 minutes' worth of content. Id also likes to ask you some specific questions about R&D and talk about what it is like to work with an engine and what that entails. I don't do youtube but I promise you I'm a pretty interesting guy lol. Regardless, thank you for the video, and keep doing what you're doing, thanks!
My best advice is to write a comment or email me with the comments and I can hopefully make some content on the future to answer these questions.
i am studying Mathematics in my undergrad and want to get into working for Formula one. could u guide me as to what all courses or criteria’s will have to be met as i cant really redo my undergrad with mechanical or any other form of engineering.
I feel like I've given you all of the information and tools to build this up in the video, as well as specifically suggesting where to start.
Hi I'm studying Electronic communication engineering what are the jobs I can get in formula 1
Best to do some research on LinkedIn as suggested.
What about a mechanic or the ones that work strictly on the power unit?
Leave it with me. I'll work on some guests to help me explain this.
im interested in automotive engineering and also is my dream working for f1 team and work during race weekend travelling around with the team. the question is that does automotive engineers travel with the team during the weekend for races or what engineering i should take to work with the team
or the course i could take is mechanical engineering
how was the living situation in the UK
Why did u travel to the UK for that? Is it easier to get the job there?
What do I have to study or achieve to become a race engineer and be the one who talks to the driver?
A lot of engineers are either originally from UK or at least graduated schools in UK even if they aren't UK citizens. Most of the teams are located in England(esp near Oxford) but of course there are some exceptional cases too. Trackside performance engineer jobs would be the best if you want to be a race engineer or "the one who directly talks to the driver" - so you'd better go for either MechE or Aerospace, i reckon.
does F1 demands chemical engineers?
Thanks for the information
I live in India and I want to work in F1 how can I apply to work. I am an diploma automobile engineer.
I feel like I answered this question pretty clearly in the video
Point 5 is massively under rated.
im in my first year of mechanical engineering i hope to make it to f1 wish me luck guys
Good luck, dude!
Hello! Is it okay to study Aerospace Engineering for Motorsport Aerodynamics?
Yep!
@@brrrake Thank you very much!
Anyone who is an AME (aircraft maintenance engineer) can be an F1 engineer?
It depends on what your skills, qualifications, and training are - could you elaborate?
This video was so helpful!! My dad is a mechanic and I’ve helped him out a few times but he gets worrisome since he doesn’t want me getting hurt but I’ve always been interested in cars and I recently found out about F1 (due to Gran Turismo movie lol) but I love it and I would love to have a future career of this or related to this. This video answered all my questions and is very detailed about what to do to work at F1. Thanks again!👍
Best of luck on your future! Stay curious. Keep learning
You are amazing Blake. The clarity and passion you put into your content is awesome. Keep it up! Cheers from Argentina.
Thank you, Nicolas!
What it takes to design an engine
I want to be a pit crew member
Thanks for the video Blake!
I would love to see a video going a bit more in detail about the simulator engineering job you did if possible?
Really awesome video Blake!! many points are notable in it!! Can you please make a video on Formula Student and Formula SAE??
I will try to do this over the winter. I'd like to make one with my old universities UTA and Oxford Brookes
as a student in my last year of high school who wants to work in Formula One or similar jobs in future, i have been planning to study aeronautical engineering, is that also considered qualification enough?
Aeronautical engineering would be good choice. I'd take modules directly related to Fluid/Aero dynamics as much as possible(Of course the story would be different if you want to work in another parts of F1 engineering jobs beside Aero/CFD part)
@@KHHVKimchicel thank you so much!
Is possible to get job in f1 without any tech backround? I mean all these assistans, cleaners and people who work in hospitality and stuff. It seems that it´s more difficult to get a common job?
Hi Blake
First of all congrats for such a well made and informative video I am a second year in “Bs computing mathematics”and just wanted to know whether there is a scope in the industry. Will definitely use the LinkedIn tip. Subscribed
I think yes. It just depends on if the jobs that would look for a mathematician are appealing to you.
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I am studing Mineral rescources and Mining engineering in Greece. What path can i follow to get there some day. I can do a master in Aerodynamics or Material science. Is there something else an engineer can do? Like, data analysis how they do it or something else i have not think about.
I’m pretty sure there’s a masters engineering programme in FEA simulations. You could get a job doing these simulations and verify yours results. You get paid a lot of money for it even if the simulation/report is wrong. In most industries the results are more wrong than right but as long as you can verify it you’ll be fine.
@@ninjawhatsup4500 i have no idea about that but i will do my research. Nice idea, thank you !
Thanks Blake for this amazing video! Hope I will be able to use its learnings over the next years.
And of you engineers & computer scientists out there, How many of you don't like 'Word Problems'? If you're raising your hand, I have a surprise for you ;) LOL
Thank you so much for this video. I will be going to college this fall and am unsure what I would be doing after college. I have had an interest in formula 1 and thought it would be cool to find a job with the sport but never put much thought into it. This video did a very good job of making that feel like a tangible possibility to work towards. I look forward to more videos within this vein.
Honestly formula 1 is great but if you're passionate about Motorsport. There are so many opportunities Also outside of F1
This video was so helpful! But what is visa?
its something that allows you to live in other countries i think so im english but if i wanted to live in america i would need a visa
Really useful information thank you
i clicked off the video when he said about the engineering qualifications, if you dont have the A-level, GCSE qualifications in the UK then you can kiss goodbye ur chances of a Engineering degree at uni let alone getting into F1
Race engineer
Iv been waiting for this video for ages, thank you bro🙏🏼
So many of your points of advice is great for LOTS of different jobs out there so everyone take notes
You're so right Rachel. I hired one colleague who was more curious than me. She kept showing me stuff that wasn't her assigned project, Turns out, she was a lot smarter than me and more times than not - eventually we'd end up using what she'd learned on some other application. When she left, her replacement wasn't curious - mostly worthless. I had to carry most of the water until I retired.
Hello, I’m 15 years old and i want to get a job in F1. Does anyone know any jobs to do outside of school that could help me get there?
Great video, thank you! I am grew up in San Antonio and have been living in Dallas for five years now. I am currently pursuing dual Master's degrees in Data Science (Machine Learning) and Mechanical Engineering at SMU. My desire is very much in-line with your experience. I'd give anything to work with a team trackside and then HQ. I appreciate the info about Formula Student and the Visa.
Please find some photographers!! would be very helpful! Thank you!
so I'm currently training as an electrician but it's only my second choice of career I've always wanted to work in f1 I'm 17 after my first year of college but I feel I've left it too late to get into a university am I too late or am I just being melodramatic?
Thanks a lot Blake!!!! really helped to understand where to start and about the paths to take.
It's a long road but I feel like you can do a LOT to make sure you're on a path to get there