Lead Aerodynamics CFD Engineer — NASCAR Performance

Torrey Holistics; Lexington (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Torrey Holistics seeks a Lead Aerodynamics CFD Engineer to own the virtual wind tunnel and deliver high-fidelity external aero analyses for race scenarios. You will work with aero teams, OEM partners, and dynamics specialists to translate CFD insights into performance parts and configurations.

The role requires a strong CFD background, motorsports experience, and the ability to thrive under a race-week schedule with rapid iteration and robust verification. On-site in Welcome, NC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in aerospace/mechanical engineering with fluid dynamics emphasis.
• 5+ years applying CFD in an engineering environment, motorsports preferred.
• Deep understanding of vehicle aerodynamics and how aero loads affect handling.

Responsibilities

• Prepare pristine CAD geometry and evolve meshing strategies for CFD accuracy and stability.
• Build and run high-fidelity external aero studies across yaw, pitch, roll, and steer conditions.
• Post-process results, identify trends, and translate findings into design/setup recommendations.
• Correlate CFD with wind tunnel data and on-track telemetry to validate models.
• Collaborate with OEM partners, aero teams, and vehicle dynamics to convert insights into parts and configurations.
• Operate within the weekly race calendar, prioritizing, delivering, and iterating under time pressure.

Skills

CFD

Aero/Mech Eng background

HPC

Wind tunnel correlation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Aerospace/Mechanical Eng

Master's preferred (Computational/Experimental Aerodynamics)

Tools

ANSYS Fluent

Siemens Star-CCM+

OpenFOAM

Job description

Shape Race Day From Your DesktopJoin our team in Welcome, NC as the technical lead who turns airflow into lap time. As our Lead Aerodynamics CFD Engineer, you will own the virtual wind tunnel, using advanced simulation to extract downforce, shave drag, and sharpen handling across the full range of racing attitudes.A day (and week) in the rolePrepare pristine CAD geometry and evolve meshing strategies tailored to your CFD solver to ensure accuracy and stability.Build and execute high-fidelity external aero studies across yaw, pitch, roll, and steer conditions representative of real track scenarios.Post-process results, identify actionable trends, and translate findings into clear recommendations for design, setup, and strategy.Correlate CFD with wind tunnel data and on-track telemetry to validate models and close the loop on predicted vs. measured performance.Collaborate with OEM partners, aerodynamicists, design engineers, and vehicle dynamics specialists to convert insights into performance parts and configurations.Operate within the fast cadence of the weekly race calendar—prioritize, deliver, and iterate under time pressure.Tools and methods you’ll useANSYS Fluent, Siemens Star-CCM+, or OpenFOAM with advanced turbulence modeling (DES, LES, SST k-omega).High-Performance Computing (HPC): job setup, submission, and management of large simulation queues.Robust post-processing and model verification workflows to ensure trustworthy, repeatable outcomes.Required qualificationsBachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline with a fluid dynamics emphasis.5+ years applying CFD in an engineering environment; motorsports experience strongly preferred.Deep understanding of vehicle aerodynamics and how aero loads influence handling and balance.Demonstrated ability to thrive in a high-tempo environment driven by a race-week schedule.Preferred extrasMaster’s degree with focus in Computational Fluid Dynamics or Experimental Aerodynamics.Background in NASCAR, IndyCar, Formula 1, or comparable professional racing series.Working knowledge of NASCAR aerodynamic regulations and constraints.Familiarity with vehicle dynamics and the interaction between aero forces and mechanical grip.Core proficienciesComputational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)AerodynamicsANSYSOpenFOAMProfessional MotorsportsStar-CCM+Aerospace or Mechanical EngineeringLocation: Welcome, NC