IndyCar Data & Systems Engineer

WEC; Mooresville (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

WEC is seeking a Data & Systems Engineer for the IndyCar program based in Mooresville, NC. The role focuses on electrical systems, data acquisition, sensors, telemetry, and related engineering tools to support race operations and development.

The candidate will work closely with race engineers, mechanics, IT, and suppliers to improve data reliability, system performance, and engineering workflows across trackside and development activities.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, or Mechatronics engineering or related field.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, sensors, data acquisition, vehicle electronics and networks.
• Experience troubleshooting complex systems with structured analytical approach.
• Experience with engineering data interpretation and vehicle/system performance.
• Understanding of CAN networks and communication protocols; electronic diagnostics.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to work in fast-paced teams.
• Willingness to travel and support race and testing operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and support vehicle data acquisition, telemetry, and engineering systems for race and test operations.
• Support vehicle preparation, sensor calibration, and systems validation.
• Specify, evaluate, and integrate sensors, hardware, and data systems with suppliers and partners.
• Develop hardware/software tools and workflows to improve efficiency and data accessibility.
• Design and maintain electrical schematics, wiring standards, and engineering documentation.
• Collaborate in meetings and long-term technology planning.
• Travel as part of the traveling engineering group to support races and tests.
• Monitor systems, diagnose issues, and analyze data quality across sessions.
• Work with IT to maintain trackside infrastructure and networking equipment.

Skills

Electrical systems

Sensors

Data acquisition

Vehicle electronics

CAN networks

Communications protocols

Electronic diagnostics

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Mechatronics Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

Python

LabVIEW

CANalyzer

CANoe

Siemens NX

CATIA

Job description

WEC is seeking a Data & Systems Engineer for the IndyCar program based in Mooresville, NC. The role focuses on electrical systems, data acquisition, sensors, telemetry, and related engineering tools to support race operations and development.

The candidate will work closely with race engineers, mechanics, IT, and suppliers to improve data reliability, system performance, and engineering workflows across trackside and development activities.