IMSA Mechanic

Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing • Zionsville, IN

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing is hiring an experienced race mechanic to support RLL Team McLaren in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship’s GTD PRO class. The mechanic will work alongside the Chief Mechanic, fellow mechanics, and the engineering team on car preparation, setup, maintenance, testing, and trackside execution. The position combines detailed work at the Zionsville headquarters with the demands of racing and testing, requiring thorough preparation and sound judgment.

The mechanic will see assigned work through from shop preparation to competition, understand the car, identify issues early, and ensure work is complete and ready when needed. GT3 and endurance-racing experience are valuable, and mechanics from other professional racing disciplines are welcome. The position is based on-site in Zionsville, Indiana, and requires extensive travel to races, tests, and other scheduled team events, as well as weekends and extended hours throughout the season. Mechanics maintain a personal supply of tools appropriate to their assigned duties.

Requirements

• Proven experience preparing and maintaining race cars in professional motorsport.
• Strong working knowledge of race-car systems, chassis setup, and mechanical troubleshooting.
• Ability to interpret build sheets, setup instructions, technical specifications, and applicable racing regulations.
• Confidence with hand tools, precision measuring equipment, and relevant shop equipment.
• Careful attention to detail and sound judgment to raise concerns or ask questions before proceeding.
• Reliable follow-through, clear communication, and willingness to help the crew complete the work.
• Availability for extensive travel to races, tests, and other scheduled team events.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with GT3 cars and endurance racing.
• Experience with component inspection.
• Experience with fabrication or machining equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, assemble, inspect, and maintain race cars and components to RLL and manufacturer specifications.
• Install and service engines, gearboxes, driveline components, suspension, cooling, fuel, and related systems.
• Follow build and setup sheets accurately and complete adjustments under the direction of the Chief Mechanic and engineering team.
• Identify mechanical issues, wear, or damage; communicate concerns promptly; and help resolve them before the car returns to the track.
• Complete and check assigned work to required safety and quality standards, keeping the Chief Mechanic informed of progress and outstanding items.
• Support race and test operations, including loading and unloading, spare-parts preparation, and garage and paddock setup.
• Maintain an organized work area, care for tools and equipment, and follow team purchasing and parts procedures.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Health savings account with employer contributions for eligible participants.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Access to the on-site Human Performance Center and Strength & Conditioning Coach.
• Team apparel and employee events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed