Motorsports - Applied Vehicle Dynamics Team Support Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Bournemouth; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in motorsports is looking for a Team Simulation Support Engineer to enhance their simulation toolchain. This hybrid role requires collaboration with race teams to improve on-track performance through data analysis and simulation techniques. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background, with experience in motorsports and proficiency in data analysis software. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact racing success and innovation in the motorsports arena.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of engineering experience, with 4+ years in motorsport.
• Proficiency in data analysis software and simulation modeling.

Responsibilities

• Support GM Motorsports in NASCAR Cup series with simulation tools.
• Collaborate with teams to enhance simulation toolchain performance.

Skills

Data Analysis

Simulation Toolchain

High-Performance Vehicle Modeling

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering

Tools

Pi Toolbox

MoTeC i2

McLaren ATLAS

Dymola/Modelica

C#

Git

Job description

Job Description

Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. The successful candidate is expected to report to Concord, NC three times per week, at minimum.

The Role

To strengthen our motorsports program, we are seeking a Team Simulation Support Engineer to enhance the utilization of our simulation toolchain across GM Motorsports-supported series. The primary goal is to provide engineering support that improves on-track performance. You will collaborate with race team members and fellow GM support engineers to conduct analysis studies using offline and driver-in-loop (DiL) simulations. Additionally, you will assist in developing and educating offline simulation tools, facilitate team feedback to GM simulation development entities, refine vehicle modeling inputs, and help establish baseline simulation settings for on-track events. All projects should be completed to high standards, on time, and within budget. Proficiency in simulation, a proactive approach, and a passion for accurate models are essential.

What You’ll Do

• Serve as a key performance support engineer for GM Motorsports in the NASCAR Cup series.
• Assist teams in fitting collected data for input into simulation models.
• Collaborate with the broader simulation support team to improve and explore methods to enhance the simulation toolchain and race team performance.
• Provide race teams with expert knowledge on simulation toolchain functionality and modeling practices.
• Represent racing team needs as a stakeholder in the simulation development process.

Additional Job Description

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
• 5+ years of engineering industry experience.
• 4+ years of professional motorsport experience within a race team setting.
• Proficiency in data analysis software such as Pi Toolbox, MoTeC i2, and McLaren ATLAS.
• Knowledge of high-performance vehicle, tire, and aerodynamic modeling techniques.
• Highly analytical, customer-focused, and structured, with excellent relationship-building and communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task effectively in a dynamic environment, demonstrating a strong work ethic and integrity.
• Strong team player, flexible schedule, and ability to travel 10% of the time per year.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering, Physics, or related field.
• Experience with driver-in-loop (DiL) simulators.
• Proficiency in Dymola/Modelica within a simulation toolchain.
• Familiarity with modern software development tools, preferably C# and Git.