Trackside Engineer

Pirelli Motorsport; East Hagbourne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading motorsport organization in East Hagbourne is looking for an experienced Trackside Engineer to join its Motorsport division. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of motorsport experience and be skilled in data analysis and problem solving. You will provide high-quality engineering support at race events in the UK and abroad. Proficiency in MATLAB is required, along with a relevant degree and the ability to travel internationally. This role is dynamic and requires strong communication skills and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years' experience within a motorsport environment.
• Strong proficiency in MATLAB and Excel.
• Willingness to undertake substantial worldwide travel.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a first-class, professional engineering service.
• Analyse and interpret race data for performance improvement.
• Produce clear, accurate reports within required timeframes.

Skills

Problem solving

Data analysis

Strong communication

Teamwork

Education

Relevant industry-related degree

Tools

MATLAB

Excel

Job description

Trackside Engineer

Position available immediately

Pirelli Tyres, one of the world’s leading international tyre manufacturers, is seeking an experienced Motorsport Trackside Engineer to join its Motorsport division. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual with a minimum of three years’ motorsport experience who is looking to take the next step in their career.

As a key member of the Pirelli Motorsport team, you will have a strong understanding of how motorsport operates and will play an integral role in most aspects of tyre engineering. You will provide professional, high-quality trackside support at race events both in the UK and overseas.

You will be passionate about motorsport and possess excellent practical skills gained within a motorsport environment. You will be an experienced problem solver with the ability to analyse and interpret data, evaluate physical cases, and produce clear, timely reports while meeting strict deadlines. A continuous-improvement mindset is essential, including the development of tools and templates to enhance understanding of race data.

Strong communication skills are key, as you will interact professionally and appropriately with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. You will collaborate effectively across all motorsport functions, demonstrating teamwork, professionalism and respect in line with Pirelli’s values.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver a first-class, professional engineering service in line with Pirelli Motorsport requirements.

• Analyse and interpret race data for Pirelli and allocated motorsport teams, driving continuous performance improvement.

• Produce clear, accurate and factual reports within required timeframes.

• Maintain exceptional attention to detail and resilience in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

• Work collaboratively as part of the Engineering team and with other Pirelli Motorsport functions as required.

• Take initiative to solve problems through statistical analysis, technical investigation and regular communication with colleagues, line managers and race team personnel.

• Identify and undertake training and development to maintain and enhance your skills and performance.

• Perform any additional duties appropriate to the role to support the success of Pirelli Motorsport.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• An relevant industry-related degree.

• Minimum of three years’ experience within a motorsport environment.

• Strong proficiency in MATLAB and Excel.

• Willingness and ability to undertake substantial worldwide travel.

• The successful candidate must have full, existing right to work in the UK. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must also hold a valid passport that permits unrestricted international travel.

Applicants who do not meet the required experience level or who do not have unrestricted travel capability need not apply.

If you have not been contacted within seven days of application, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion.