Hybrid Performance Engineer - IndyCar at IndyCar

This position’s responsibility includes:

• Directly contributes to the IndyCar overall car performance, traveling to all Race and Test events. This includes but is not limited to:
  • Assist the Race Engineer in set-up and final build including mechanical, aerodynamic and gearing changes.
  • Assist in event driver coaching. Reviewing data, videos, and timing reports to help find areas of improvement for the drivers in real-time.
  • Development and maintenance of software and math for performance optimization.
  • Understand competitor analysis and identify improvement areas.
  • Pre, Post and Real-time analysis of performance and data reduction in conjunction with the Race Engineer across all aspects of the IndyCar.
  • Participate in weekly engineering meetings, race weekend debriefs, and test debriefs to define development opportunities.
  • Participate and help drive vehicle simulation programs.
    • Understand and use offline simulation tools in preparation for events and development.
    • Participate in preparation and execution of Driver-in-the-loop simulation sessions for upcoming events and development.
  • As required, participate in 7-Post testing.
  • As required, participate in Wind Tunnel testing.
  • Take ownership of a defined development task.
• Work alongside assigned Race Engineer to perform tasks and create workload balance.
• Follow technical specifications dictated by technical bulletins and car build specifications set forth by the team.
• Collaborate with other members of the engineering group to facilitate communication and development.

Minimum Qualifications:

• The successful candidate will have at minimum a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering, Master of Science preferred. 
  • Motorsports engineering background.
    • IndyCar, NASCAR, IMSA, WEC or F1 championships preferred.
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Minimum 3 years of engineering experience in Race Engineering, Motorsport Performance, or related field.
  • Professional motorsports track experience.
• Knowledge of wind tunnel testing methods.
• Knowledge of vehicle dynamics.
• Extensive knowledge of data acquisition, data analysis, and statistical analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement required.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills required.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to achieve common goals.
• Experience with MATLAB and CAD software (NX, CATIA, Pro-Engineer, SolidWorks) required.
• Experience with Python coding recommended.

Desired / Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with data acquisition and test automation software
• Knowledge of testing strategies and procedures
• SharePoint experience
• Microsoft Suite
  • PowerBi desired
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)