Junior Mechanic - NASCAR

Penske Corporation; Mooresville (NC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Penske Corporation's Team Penske in Mooresville, NC seeks a Junior Mechanic to join the Underbody Group, focusing on installing, setting, and scanning underbody panels to exact aerodynamic specs.

You'll work with aero and competition teams to ensure precision, learn metrology tools, and contribute to continuous quality improvements in a fast‑paced racing environment. This entry role emphasizes hands‑on fabrication, safety, and teamwork while developing skills in measurement and documentation.

Qualifications

• Hands-on fabrication experience.
• Interest in learning metrology tools and scanning equipment.
• Strong attention to detail in a fast-paced racing environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with setup, measurement, and installation of underbody panels under guidance from senior technicians.
• Learn to use precision tools such as laser scanners and CMMs for measurement and documentation (training provided).
• Gather and prepare all required parts, fasteners, and materials for assembly.
• Compare measurements to CAD models and report results to engineering and competition groups.
• Document procedures and techniques to ensure training consistency and repeatable processes.
• Provide ideas for continuous improvement in fabrication accuracy and quality control.
• Collaborate with aero and competition teams to refine fitment and underbody performance.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of work area following safety and quality standards.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Team collaboration

Independent work

Tools

CMMs

Laser scanners

Metrology tools

Job description

Junior Mechanic - NASCAR

Mooresville, NC, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1424

Job Description

Team Penske is seeking a Junior Mechanic to join the Underbody Group, responsible for installing, setting, and scanning race car underbody panels to exact aerodynamic and performance specifications. This role works closely with the aero and competition groups to ensure precision and repeatability while contributing to continuous improvement in quality control processes. The ideal candidate has hands‑on fabrication experience, has the interest in learning how to use metrology tools and scanning equipment, and strong attention to detail in a fast‑paced racing environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with setup, measurement, and installation of race car underbody panels under guidance from senior technicians.
• Learn how to use precision tools such as laser scanners and CMMs for measurement and documentation (training provided).
• Gather and prepare all required parts, fasteners, and materials for assembly.
• Compare measurements to CAD models and report results to engineering and competition groups.
• Document procedures and techniques to ensure consistent training and repeatable processes.
• Provide ideas for continuous improvement in fabrication accuracy and quality control.
• Collaborate with the aero and competition teams to refine fitment and optimize underbody performance.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of work area while adhering to Team Penske’s safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with common fabrication tools and techniques.
• Exposure to or interest in learning quality control procedures and metrology equipment such as portable CMMs, photogrammetry, and light scanners.
• Comfortable using computers and digital tools for measurement, documentation, and communication.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of motorsport vehicle structures and materials.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team in a high‑performance environment.