Motorsports - Applied Vehicle Dynamics Team Support Engineer

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

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Team Simulation Support Engineer to elevate their motorsports program. This hybrid role involves collaborating with race teams and engineers to enhance simulation tools and improve on-track performance. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background, particularly in motorsports, and a passion for simulation and data analysis. You'll be instrumental in refining vehicle modeling inputs and ensuring the highest standards in project execution. If you're eager to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

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 as a performance engineer.
• Collaborate to enhance simulation toolchain and race team performance.

Skills

Data Analysis

Simulation Modeling

Communication Skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Master's 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

We are seeking a Team Simulation Support Engineer to enhance our motorsports program by improving the utilization of our simulation toolchain across GM Motorsports-supported series. The primary goal is to provide engineering support that leads to improved 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 teams, refine vehicle modeling inputs, and help establish baseline simulation settings for on-track events. All projects should be completed to the highest standards, on time, and within budget. Proficiency in simulation, proactive engagement with vehicle performance activities, and a passion for accurate, efficient 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.

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.
• Strong analytical, customer-focused, and structured approach, with excellent communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task effectively in a dynamic environment, demonstrating a strong work ethic and integrity.
• Flexible schedule and willingness to travel 10% of the time per year.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering, Physics, or a 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.