INDYCAR Damper Technician

Juncoshollinger; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

JHR in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Damper Technician to build, service, and test dampers for the Race Team cars. You will participate in damper development and attend post-rig tests with Team 7, bringing precision and a strong hands-on approach.

You will conduct dyno testing, organize components, and assist in damper/spring changes during events, working closely with the Race Engineer to optimize performance.

Qualifications

• Extensive damper building, development and testing experience in motorsports.
• Proficient in Dyno testing and software analysis tools.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Responsibilities

• Damper Build and Event Preparation: responsible for the build, maintenance and preparation of dampers and damper related components pre/post and during events, as part of the Damper Team.
• Keep up to date inventory on consumable Damper Department items.
• Organize springs/shims for each car and for each session.
• Keep up to date inventory on consumable damper items.
• Dyno testing and validation: conduct Dyno testing and validations, employing analysis software.
• Attend team 7 post rig tests in support of the damper development program
• Work on the timing stand during sessions to propose and execute innovative ideas on damper adjustments and options.
• Adjust and record damper settings and assist with damper/spring changes during the event session.
• Work with Race Engineer to prepare damper/spring options
• Within the engineering group, actively participate in specific projects related to the Damper Department.
• Contribute directly to Car Performance through damper development.

Skills

Damper building

Dyno testing

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Tools

Dyno software

Analysis tools

Job description

Special Requirements

Travel, including all INDYCAR NTT Series races.

Job Location

Indianapolis, IN.

Job Description

As the Damper Technician, you will be building, servicing, and testing dampers for the Race Team cars. In addition, you will be involved in the damper development process including attending Team 7 post rig tests. This role demands close attention to detail, and a sound understanding of the methods and processes required in building and testing dampers.

Essential Responsibilities

• Damper Build and Event Preparation: Be responsible for the build, maintenance and preparation of dampers and damper related components pre/post and during events, as part of the Damper Team
• Keep up to date inventory on consumable Damper Department items.
• Organize springs/shims for each car and for each session.
• Keep up to date inventory on consumable damper items.
• Dyno and rig Testing and Validation: Conduct Dyno testing and validations, employing analysis software.
• Attend team 7 post rig tests in support of the damper development program
• Work on the timing stand during sessions to propose and execute innovative ideas on damper adjustments and options.
• Adjust and record damper settings and assist with damper/spring changes during the event session.
• Work with Race Engineer to prepare damper/spring options
• Within the engineering group, actively participate in specific projects related to the Damper Department.
• Contribute directly to Car Performance through damper development.

Required Qualifications

• Extensive experience in damper building, development and testing within the motorsports industry.
• Proficient in Dyno testing and ability to use software analysis tools.
• Strong organizational skills and exemplary attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Who You Are

You lead by example with a diverse, accessible, and inclusive approach.

You inspire trust and motivate those around you.

You push the envelope and strive for originality.

Win and lose together as a team approach.

Additional Information

This is a full-time position requiring a high level of technical and strategic expertise. As a Race Engineer, you will be at the forefront of ensuring that your assigned race car performs at its maximum potential, contributing to the team's overall success.

Our Values

Embracing our shared values defines our identity as forward-thinkers at JHR. You embody the essence of accessibility, inclusivity, and humility (Rock the Compassion). You possess a keen awareness of our world, nurturing a proactive spirit to foster positive change (Show heart and hustle). Honesty, trustworthiness, and authenticity are your hallmarks (Champion Integrity). With ambition, agility, and a penchant for innovation, you pave the way for the unique JHR approach (Chart the Uncharted). Recognizing that unity propels us farther, you prioritize the JHR family (Family Comes First).

Equal Opportunity Employment

JHR is fully committed to adhering to equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination principles, in compliance with federal labor laws. We are mandated by federal law to actively engage, recruit, and offer equal opportunities to individuals who meet the qualifications, irrespective of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any other legally protected status. Furthermore, we are obligated to uphold certain recordkeeping and reporting standards, which necessitate us to request employees to voluntarily self-identify their race/ethnicity and gender.

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