Contingent Tyre Performance Engineer

Honda Racing Corporation USA • Indianapolis, IN

16h • Onsite

About The Position

Honda Racing Corporation USA, a leader in motorsports racing, is seeking a highly motivated Tyre & Vehicle Performance Engineer to optimize race car design and setup configurations, driving on-track performance gains through advanced measurement, modeling, and analysis of the tire-vehicle system. This role will play a critical part in bridging real-world track performance with simulation, working cross-functionally with race engineers, software developers, and tire manufacturers in a fast-paced, competitive motorsport environment. Traveling will be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (Master’s preferred)
• Proven 3-5 years of experience in vehicle dynamics simulation, data analysis, and controls development within a pinnacle‑level professional motorsports environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in racing vehicle data analysis, simulation software validation, tire and chassis systems, and limit‑handling vehicle dynamics.
• Proficient in MATLAB, Python, statistical analysis, machine learning techniques for non‑linear regression, and systematic design of experiments.
• Experienced in test planning and execution using tire rigs and Driver‑In‑Loop simulators, with strong practical knowledge of race car setup methodologies.
• A self‑directed, detail‑oriented professional with excellent communication, leadership, project management, and problem‑solving skills, capable of performing effectively under pressure in fast‑paced, competitive, and culturally diverse racing environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain vehicle modeling and simulation tools to support HRC’s vehicle performance development.
• Create, validate, and program vehicle, aero, powertrain, and vehicle dynamics models for DIL and simulation platforms, working closely with internal HRC groups and external partners.
• Support rig, wind tunnel, and track testing through test planning, data analysis, and reporting.
• Develop and maintain software tools and control system models using modern software practices (e.g., C++, Dymola), enabling efficient analysis of chassis and vehicle performance data.
• Communicate project status and results clearly through timely technical reports, presentations, and controlled documentation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior