Motorsports Senior Performance Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Exeter; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the motorsports sector is seeking a Senior Performance Engineer in Exeter. This role involves developing performance metrics and implementing innovative analysis techniques to optimize vehicle setups and enhance overall performance. Applicants should have a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Physics and 5+ years of experience in top-level motorsports. Join us for an inclusive environment supporting your career growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Career growth support

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in top-level motorsports series (e.g., NASCAR, F1).
• Experience analyzing on-track performance using vehicle dynamics.
• Knowledge of tire modeling and CFD applications.

Responsibilities

• Collaborating with GM supported teams to identify analysis areas.
• Training team members on models and analysis techniques.
• Applying simulation techniques to enhance on-track performance.

Skills

Knowledge of simulation workflows

Proficiency in Python

Experience with performance optimization tools

Strong organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Physics

Tools

Motorsports data analysis software

Job description

Motorsports Senior Performance Engineer, Exeter

Client:

General Motors

Location:

Exeter, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU 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 include:

• Collaborating with GM supported teams, engineering groups, and personnel to identify analysis areas for maximum benefit.
• Answering questions across GM Motorsports groups to build collective knowledge.
• Brainstorming innovative ways to improve performance.
• Training team members on models and analysis techniques.
• Communicating findings and updates effectively through reports and presentations.
• Improving analysis methods and vehicle dynamics understanding by prototyping and validating new ideas.
• Working with software teams to implement solutions in production tools.
• Exploring the limits of current simulation and analysis tools and developing improvements.
• Conducting conceptual studies to guide development efforts.
• Applying simulation and analysis techniques to enhance on-track performance.

Required Qualifications:

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

Preferred Qualifications:

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

About GM:

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions, and Zero Congestion. We aim to lead change to make the world better, safer, and more equitable.

Why Join Us:

We foster an inclusive environment where every employee belongs to one GM team. We support your well-being and career growth through comprehensive benefits.

Equal Opportunity:

GM is committed to non-discrimination and inclusion, ensuring a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and fostering diversity.

Accommodations:

GM provides accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Contact us for assistance during your application process.

Note: If you are not a passport holder of the country for this vacancy, a work permit may be required. All applications should be submitted via the 'Apply now' button.