IndyCar Trackside Engineer
About The Position
Participate in optimizing performance of IndyCar vehicles during races and testing sessions. Develop and enhance IndyCar tools to support Chevrolet-powered race teams, utilizing GM-created simulation and support tools to improve simulation correlation and contribute to Driver-in-the-Loop (DiL) simulator operations. Collaborate with race teams to develop and implement performance strategies. Analyze telemetry and sensor data to identify areas for improvement. Provide real-time feedback to engineers during race events. Communicate clearly with team members and stakeholders. Travel to all IndyCar race events (~ 10% travel). Hybrid Work Policy – 3 days In-Office, 2 Days Remote – Must be able to report to local office.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field of study and Three (3) years of experience as a Motorsports Engineer, Race Engineer, or related role.
- OR Master’s degree Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field of study and one (1) year of experience as a Motorsports Engineer, Race Engineer, or related role.
- One (1) year of experience with IndyCar or similar high-performance racing series.
- One (1) year of experience with data analysis tools and software including MATLAB, Pi Toolbox, and MoTeC.
- One (1) year of experience with vehicle dynamics, aerodynamics, and powertrain systems.
- One (1) year of experience with aerodynamic understanding including aero balance, and drag vs downforce.
- One (1) year of experience with tire modeling including wear and degradation.
- One (1) year of experience with data visualizations.
- One (1) year of experience with setup development including iterating on spring, damper, ARB, alignment changes based on feedback and data.
Responsibilities
- Optimizing performance of IndyCar vehicles during races and testing sessions.
- Develop and enhance IndyCar tools to support Chevrolet-powered race teams.
- Utilize GM-created simulation and support tools to improve simulation correlation and contribute to Driver-in-the-Loop (DiL) simulator operations.
- Collaborate with race teams to develop and implement performance strategies.
- Analyze telemetry and sensor data to identify areas for improvement.
- Provide real-time feedback to engineers during race events.
- Communicate clearly with team members and stakeholders.
Benefits
- From day one, we're looking out for your well-being–at work and at home–so you can focus on realizing your ambitions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
