Race Engineer

Raceon Gmbh; Deutschland; Remote; EUR 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Raceon Gmbh is seeking a technically skilled engineer to support Formula E race and test events. You will run cars in predefined sessions, coordinate a team of engineers and mechanics, and work with Performance and VDG engineers to optimize vehicle setup and race preparation.

The role requires a degree in engineering, at least 3 years in high-level motorsport, and strong knowledge of vehicle dynamics and data analysis. Travel, teamwork, and clear communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering or comparable higher education.
• At least 3 years’ experience in high level motor sports.
• Good theoretical knowledge in vehicle dynamics.
• Knowledge of data analysis programs.
• Able to work under pressure and maintain composure.
• Able to manage a group of engineers/mechanics.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Time flexibility and willingness to travel, especially on weekends.

Responsibilities

• Run a car in Race or Test sessions to a pre-defined schedule, managing the driver, directing the mechanics and tyre technician.
• Setup of the car with input from Performance and VDG engineers.
• Work with the Race driver to maximise performance.
• Ensure legality of the car to established procedures.
• Provide pre & post event simulation, analysis and key performance metrics of car performance in Formula E race and test events.
• Run simulator sessions for car development, race preparation and post-race correlation.

Skills

Vehicle dynamics

Data analysis

Leadership

Communication

Team coordination

Willing to travel

Pressure management

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

General Information

We can currently only consider applications from candidates based in Europe or the USA.

This position is remote, hybrid, or in-office, depending on the project. Regular travel to the race track is required.

Your mission

• Running a car in Race or Test sessions to a pre- defined schedule, managing the driver, directing the mechanics and tyre technician
• Setup of the car with input from Performance and VDG engineers
• Working with the Race driver to maximise his performance
• Legality of the car to the established procedures
• Providing pre & post event simulation, analysis and key performance metrics of car performance in Formula E race and test events
• Run simulator sessions for car development, race preparation and post-race correlation

Your profile

• Degree in engineering or comparable higher education
• At least 3 years’ experience in high level motor sports
• Good theoretical knowledge in the field of vehicle dynamics
• Knowledge of data analysis programs
• Operating with a clear head when under pressure
• Able to manage a group of engineers/mechanics
• Excellent communication skills
• Time flexibility, absolute willingness to travel, especially on weekends
• You are able to work in a team and independently and you have a high level of commitment

Why us?

• Be part of a young and dynamic like-minded team
• Flexible lifestyle turning your hobby into your job
• Travel the world and work with well-known and renowed racing teams
• work in various projects with the security of a permanent contract
• we offering competitive market value packages and employment with opportunities to work in all forms of motorsport without complexities

About Us

RACEON ARE YOUR TRACKSIDE SPECIALISTS ensuring peak performance is delivered where it counts the most - on race day.

Our engineers are highly specialised and motivated by success. They are coming from various fields of motorsport and are all high level candidates that can make the difference.

We are available as talented individuals or as a consolidated group who are able to deliver at peak performance due to our understanding of each individual team members strengths.