Performance Engineer Hypercar

JR United Kingdom; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-performance motorsport team in Chelmsford is seeking a Senior Performance Engineer to join their Trackside Engineering Team. The role involves overseeing vehicle performance analysis and driver analysis within a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates will have an engineering degree, significant experience in endurance racing, and proficiency in driving analysis tools. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to high-stakes motorsport endeavors.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of driving analysis tools.
• Minimum 3 years in a similar role.
• Experience in endurance racing is highly recommended.

Responsibilities

• Oversee activities related to driving and vehicle performance analysis.
• Analyze chassis-related and vehicle systems for performance.

Skills

Driving analysis tools proficiency

Vehicle dynamics knowledge

Software proficiency (HHDM, HH Timing, MATLAB)

Endurance racing experience

Fluency in English

Education

Engineering or relevant degree

Tools

HHDM

HH Timing

MATLAB

Sysma

Canopy

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Performance Engineer Hypercar, Chelmsford

Client: Alpine Endurance Team

Location: Chelmsford

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

Posted: 06.08.2025

Expiry Date: 20.09.2025

Job Description:

We are building something special at Alpine Endurance Team.

As part of our long-term plan to compete in the World Endurance Championship (WEC), we are looking to expand our talented team with motivated individuals committed to excellence.

Within the Trackside Engineering Team, we have a rare opportunity for a Senior Performance Engineer.

Performance Engineer - The Role

Reporting to the Head of Trackside Engineering, the Driver & Performance Engineer will oversee activities related to driving and car performance, including driver analysis and vehicle performance analysis, primarily chassis-related, but also encompassing vehicle systems.

Performance Engineer - The Person

The ideal candidate will hold an engineering or relevant degree, with a strong understanding of driving analysis tools and vehicle dynamics and systems knowledge for performance analysis.

Additional requirements include:

• Proficiency with software such as HHDM, HH Timing, MM Wintax & Sysma, MATLAB, Canopy (advantageous)
• At least 3 years of experience in a similar role
• Endurance racing experience (WEC/ELMS/Asian LMS/Formula 1/Formula E) is highly recommended
• Solid knowledge of LMP-style cars is essential
• Fluent in English; French is a plus

The candidate should be self-motivated, collaborative, and committed to high standards and company values. We seek individuals eager to grow with us in this dynamic environment.