#1 MECHANIC - GTP

W Racingteam; Kannapolis (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

W Racingteam is seeking a skilled #1 Mechanic based in Kannapolis, North Carolina, to lead the preparation and maintenance of our GTP car for various race events. The ideal candidate will have a technical background and extensive motorsport experience, particularly with endurance vehicles.

The role requires excellent problem-solving skills, leadership qualities, and a commitment to team values. Join us in promoting our passion for high-performance vehicles and contribute to our success on race weekends.

Qualifications

• Completed training as an automotive mechatronics technician or comparable technical qualification.
• Minimum 5–7 years of motorsport experience, ideally with endurance cars.
• Fluent in English; German skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation and maintenance of the GTP car before, during, and after race events.
• Coordinate and direct the mechanic crew in the garage and during pit stops.
• Perform technical diagnostics, repairs, and setup adjustments.

Skills

Leadership experience under pressure

Knowledge of internal combustion engines

Fluency in English

Problem-solving skills

Education

Automotive mechatronics technician

Job description

The duties of the #1 Mechanic will include but not limited to:

Responsibilities

• Support and lead preparation and maintenance of the GTP car before, during, and after race events
• Coordinate and direct the mechanic crew in the garage and during pit stops
• Perform technical diagnostics, repairs, and setup adjustments to chassis, external powertrain, electronics, and aerodynamics components
• Ensure compliance with technical regulations, safety standards, and vehicle reliability requirements
• Work closely with engineers, drivers, and the Crew Chief to rapidly implement setup decisions
• Document work, faults, and changes (issue lists, service logs, checklists)
• Prepare and maintain tools, spare parts, and measurement equipment
• Manage inventory control
• Support testing, development runs, and technical meetings
• Attend briefings and debriefs; contribute to fault analysis and continuous improvemen

Skillset

• Completed training as an automotive mechatronics technician, vehicle mechanic, or comparable technical qualification
• Minimum 5–7 years of motorsport experience, ideally with DPI, LMP1, LMP2, GTE, or GTLM endurance cars (IMSA, WEC, or equivalent top series experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of internal combustion engines, hybrid systems (if applicable), transmissions, suspension, brakes, electronics, and data analysis
• Experience with diagnostic systems, telemetry, and data evaluation
• Leadership experience or proven ability to lead a small team under highpressure conditions
• High resilience and flexibility (willingness to travel, work irregular hours, and attend race weekends)
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make quick decisions under stress
• Fluent in English; German skills are a plus
• Valid driver’s license and U.S. work authorization/Green Card, or willingness to relocate with appropriate visa arrangements
• Team player with clear communication skills
• Precision- and quality-oriented mindsetProactive, independent working style with a strong sense of responsibility
• Passion for motorsport and high-performance vehicles
• Promote our values of (People, Passion, Performance) and commit to personal investment into WRT ESG strategy