RACE ENGINEER - Formula E

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

Job summary

A leading motorsport engineering team is seeking an experienced Race Engineer to take the technical and strategic lead for one of their cars. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge in vehicle dynamics and strong analytical skills, along with over 3 years in top-level motorsport. This role offers the opportunity for international travel and collaboration with world-renowned talent in an innovative racing environment.

Benefits

Dynamic working environment

International travel

Opportunity to work with world-class talent

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience as a Race Engineer in top-level motorsport.
• In-depth understanding of vehicle dynamics and high-performance engineering.
• Strong analytical capabilities and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Manage communication and coordination across the car crew.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Leadership skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Electrical, or Motorsport Engineering

Tools

Motorsport data tools (ATLAS)

Simulation platforms (Canopy)

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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.