RACE ENGINEER - Formula E

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious motorsport team is seeking a Race Engineer to oversee the technical direction of their car in Formula E. This dynamic role demands experience in top-level motorsport and offers opportunities for international travel and collaboration with elite talents. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, analytical capabilities, and a thorough understanding of vehicle dynamics.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Race Engineer in top-level motorsport.
• In-depth understanding of vehicle dynamics and high-performance engineering.
• Failing under pressure not acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineer responsible for all technical and strategic aspects of one car.
• Define setup based on data analysis and simulation results.
• Drive mid-event decision-making through targeted analysis.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Proficient in motorsport data tools

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Electrical, or Motorsport Engineering

Tools

ATLAS

Canopy

Python

MATLAB

VBA

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Client:

ABT Sportsline

Location:

leeds, west yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

10.07.2025

Expiry Date:

24.08.2025

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Job Description:

RACE ENGINEER

Job Title:Race Engineer
Company:Lola Yamaha ABT Formula E Team
Location:Kempten, Germany (with extensive travel to race/test events)
Contract Type:Full-time
Sector:Race Team, Engineering
Discipline:Race Engineering
Experience Level:3+ years
Education Level:Degree
Start Date:As soon as possible

Job Description

The Lola Yamaha ABT Formula E Teamcompetes in the FIA Formula E World Championship, uniting Lola Cars' legendary motorsport heritage, Yamaha’s cutting-edge technology, and the racing expertise of ABT Sportsline.

We are currently looking for a Race Engineerto lead the technical and strategic direction of one of our cars. This is a key role for an experienced motorsport engineer who thrives on pressure, precision, and performance—ideally with a background in Formula E, WEC, LMDh, IndyCar or Formula 2.

Key Responsibilities

Act as the lead engineer responsible for all technical and strategic aspects of one car.

Define setup based on data analysis, simulation results, and input from the performance group.

Drive mid-event decision-making with targeted analysis of setup, driver feedback, and competitor data.

Lead the simulator/simulation correlation effort through detailed analysis and recommendations.

Manage communication and coordination across the car crew, including mechanics and dedicated performance/system engineers.

Take shared responsibility for car legality with the team’s Technical Coordinator.

Plan, organize, and execute simulator and on-track test events.

Candidate Profile

Required:

At least 3 years of experience as a Race Engineer in top-level motorsport.

In-depth understanding of vehicle dynamics and high-performance engineering.

Exceptional communication and leadership skills under high-pressure environments.

Strong analytical capabilities and attention to detail.

Proficient in motorsport data tools (preferably ATLAS).

Familiarity with simulation platforms such as Canopy.

Nice to Have:

Programming skills (Python, MATLAB, VBA) for tool development and performance analysis.

Formula E experience and/or knowledge of energy management strategies.

Education & Background

Degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Electrical, or Motorsport Engineering or related field.

Proactive, self-driven, and team-oriented.

Ability to communicate technical information clearly across departments.

What We Offer

A dynamic and competitive working environment in one of the world’s most innovative racing series.

A key role in shaping the performance of a front-running Formula E team.

International travel and the opportunity to work with world-class talent and technology.