Motorsports Senior Performance Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the motorsport industry is seeking a Senior Performance Engineer in Cardiff. This role focuses on developing innovative analysis methods to enhance performance, collaborating closely with GM teams, and implementing new tools for vehicle development. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering and significant experience in motorsports.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Support for personal and professional growth

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in top-level motorsports series required.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail needed.
• Ability to work dynamically and with integrity.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with GM teams to optimize vehicle setups.
• Train others in analysis techniques and models.
• Explore and implement simulation and analysis tools.

Skills

Python

MATLAB

C#

Vehicle Performance Optimization

Simulation Workflows

Statistical Methods

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Physics, or related field

Tools

Pi Toolbox

Atlas

Motec

Job description

Motorsports Senior Performance Engineer, Cardiff

Client:

General Motors

Location:

Cardiff, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

Work Permit Required:

Yes

Job Views:

4

Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

This role within the GM Motorsports Program involves developing performance metrics, conceptualizing innovative analysis methods, and implementing these techniques to enhance on-track performance. As a Senior Performance Engineer, you will focus on validating, refining, and applying new tools and methods to optimize vehicle setups for specific events and explore new directions for future vehicle development. Close collaboration with the Performance Engineering group and regular interaction with the broader GM Motorsports team and customer race teams are essential.

Responsibilities:

1. Collaborate with GM supported teams, GM engineering groups, and GM personnel to understand analysis areas for greatest benefit.
2. Answer questions across all GM Motorsports groups, building group knowledge.
3. Brainstorm new ways to achieve greater performance in targeted areas.
4. Train others in understanding models and analysis techniques.
5. Present findings and updates through reports and meetings.
6. Improve analysis methods and vehicle dynamics understanding by reimagining solutions, prototyping ideas, and validating against data.
7. Work with GM Software team to implement solutions in production tools.
8. Push the boundaries of current tools and techniques for better vehicle understanding.
9. Collaborate with core engineering and race series groups for conceptual studies.
10. Explore and implement simulation and analysis tools to improve on-track performance.
11. Clearly communicate findings and recommendations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Physics, or related field.
• 5+ years experience in top-level motorsports series (NASCAR, IMSA, F1, IndyCar, WEC, etc.).
• Knowledge of simulation workflows, offline and DIL simulator, and vehicle performance optimization.
• Proficient in Python, MATLAB, C#, or similar languages.
• Experience analyzing on-track performance using vehicle dynamics and statistical methods.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment with integrity.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Race engineering experience, including race car setup, event prep, and race strategy.
• Proficiency with motorsports data analysis software (Pi Toolbox, Atlas, Motec).
• Experience with multibody modeling (Dymola/Modelica, ADAMS).
• Knowledge of tire modeling, aerodynamic testing, and CFD application.
• Experience with vehicle testing methods and data reduction techniques.

About GM:

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Why Join Us:

We promote a culture of inclusion, diversity, and making meaningful change. We support your well-being and career growth from day one.

Benefits:

Comprehensive benefits to support your personal and professional life. Learn more at Total Rewards Resources.

Equal Opportunity:

GM is committed to non-discrimination and fostering an inclusive workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to protected statuses.

Accommodations:

If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at 800-865-7580 or email us with your needs and the job details.

Note:

If you are not a passport holder of the country where the vacancy is located, you might need a work permit. All applications should be submitted via the 'Apply now' button.

Created on 04/06/2025 by JR, United Kingdom