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Hybrid R & D Leader - IndyCar at Team Penske

Team Penske · Mooresville, United States Of America · Hybrid

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Responsibilites:

  • Position will lead a group of technicians in the primary goal of turnaround service tasks ahead of the normally traveling race team for cars, parts and subassemblies used in rotation.
  • Role will include participation of track team testing days as the Chief Mechanic including straight line and wind tunnel test. Also support of on road race team turnarounds is possible. 
  • Work targets and overview will be established with Assembly Manager and Crew Chief .
  • Lead daily planning and communication for shop technicians within the development group that meet defined targets and deadlines.
  • Ensure all parts are built to the same specification. Components are safely joined, bolted or otherwise assembled following process outlined. 
  • Assembly of mockup and development parts will be required with written and verbal feedback. 
  • Ensure technicians are following engineering specifications and the final product meets Indy Car and Team Penske requirements. 
  • Understanding of Indy Car rules, technical bulletins and Mechabook. 
  • Maintain accurate records of service, mileage and damage information. With communication to assembly manager, crew chief and build leaders. Work with group leaders to maintain the defined inventory stock levels.
  • Monitor the work being performed within the work area to assure that all employees are working towards maintaining the production schedule and meeting quality requirements.
    • Give consistent feedback and direction to employees who do not meet expectations.
  • Maintaining and enhancing inter-departmental relationships
    • Working with shared resources and departments to meet the goals, expectations.
  • Active involvement of continuous preparation improvement, processes, materials, equipment, people, and knowledge.
  • Ensure self and others are following best practices with Personal Protective Equipment. 
  • Ensure the shop floor and race-track is clean and meets team expectations for appearance. 

 

Minimum Qualifications:

  • The successful candidate will have at minimum of a high school diploma.
  • Minimum 10 years technical experience in professional motorsport or related field.
    • Motorsports technician / crew chief background.
      • IndyCar, NASCAR, IMSA, WEC or F1 championships preferred.
  • Minimum 10 years of Professional motorsports track experience.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement required.
  • Strong leadership and organizational skills.
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills required.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to achieve common goals.
  • Excellent leadership and mentoring skills, with a passion for developing team members required.

Desired / Preferred Qualifications:

  • Microsoft Suite
    1. Excel experience required
    2. SharePoint experience required
    3. Outlook experience required
    4. PowerBi desired
  • Experience leading a technician’s group
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)

 


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