SENIOR PERFORMANCE ENGINEER - Formula E

JR United Kingdom; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious motorsport team is looking for a Senior Performance Engineer to enhance vehicle performance through data analysis and collaboration during races. This role offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment, participating in top-tier Formula E programs while requiring a strong background in vehicle dynamics and data analysis tools.

Benefits

Dynamic international motorsport environment

Participation in Formula E race programs

Opportunity to impact performance and innovation

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in motorsport performance engineering.
• Experience with data analysis tools, especially ATLAS.
• Strong understanding of vehicle dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Support simulator and race events as part of the performance engineering team.
• Analyze performance data to provide recommendations.
• Communicate with engineers and technical staff.

Skills

Vehicle dynamics

Motorsport data analysis

Communication

Teamwork

Analytical approach

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Degree in Automotive Engineering

Degree in Motorsport Engineering

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ATLAS

Canopy

Python

MATLAB

VBA

Job description

SENIOR PERFORMANCE ENGINEER

Job Title: Senior Performance 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: Performance Engineering
Experience Level: 3–5 years
Education Level: Degree
Start Date: As soon as possible

Job Description

The Lola Yamaha ABT Formula E Team competes in the FIA Formula E World Championship, combining Lola Cars' motorsport heritage, Yamaha’s technology, and ABT Sportsline's expertise.

We are seeking a Senior Performance Engineer to join our trackside and simulator performance group. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer with a background in Formula E, WEC, LMDh, IndyCar, or F2, aiming to optimize car performance, tools, and team operations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Support simulator sessions, test days, and race events as part of the performance engineering team.
2. Analyze simulation, simulator, and on-track data to provide actionable insights and performance recommendations.
3. Assist in decision-making during events through detailed analysis and feedback.
4. Contribute to simulator/model correlation efforts through analysis and model refinement.
5. Communicate effectively with engineers, drivers, and technical staff.
6. Develop and enhance in-house performance tools (Python, MATLAB, VBA, or similar).

Candidate Profile

Required:

• 3–5 years of experience in high-level motorsport performance engineering.
• Strong understanding of vehicle dynamics and race performance.
• Experience with motorsport data analysis tools, preferably ATLAS.
• Experience with vehicle dynamics simulation tools, preferably Canopy.
• Methodical, precise, and analytical approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, especially under pressure.

Nice to Have:

• Advanced coding skills (Python, MATLAB, VBA).
• Experience with simulator/model correlation.
• Previous Formula E experience is a significant advantage.

Education & Background

• Degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Motorsport, Electrical Engineering, or related fields.
• Proactive and self-motivated attitude.
• Strong interpersonal skills and commitment to team success.

What We Offer

• A dynamic, innovative international motorsport environment.
• Participation in top-tier Formula E race and test programs.
• Chance to impact competitive performance and technical innovation.