Performance-Driven Race Engineer: DiL & Simulation Lead

hendrick; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Hendrick Motorsports in Charlotte, NC is seeking an experienced Race Engineer – Performance Development to lead performance discovery and development across simulation, DiL, and track data analysis. This role defines new performance paths, builds tools, and mentors engineers to expand the team’s competitive edge.

The role blends theory with hands‑on engineering, mechatronics, and leadership of small teams, leveraging DOE, LTS, 7-Post, and AI analytics to uncover gains others miss.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in motorsports engineering with emphasis on vehicle dynamics and performance optimization.
• 2+ years of at-track engineering support in a premier racing series – NASCAR Cup Series level preferred.
• Proven experience with simulation validation and correlation (track, rig, aero).
• Strong ability to lead DiL or test sessions and translate results into competitive performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead independent efforts to identify and deliver measurable performance gains for race teams on a recurring basis.
• Develop and maintain custom software tools, scripts, and workflows to accelerate performance discovery.
• Design, construct, and execute DiL test sessions with defined test plans and optimization strategies.
• Collaborate with 7-Post rig teams to define test plans, DOE studies, and performance investigations.
• Mentor junior engineers and lead small teams to build technical capabilities and accountability.

Skills

Vehicle dynamics

DiL leadership

Data analysis

MATLAB

Python

7-Post testing

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Pi Toolbox

Motec

Job description

Hendrick Motorsports in Charlotte, NC is seeking an experienced Race Engineer – Performance Development to lead performance discovery and development across simulation, DiL, and track data analysis. This role defines new performance paths, builds tools, and mentors engineers to expand the team’s competitive edge.

The role blends theory with hands‑on engineering, mechatronics, and leadership of small teams, leveraging DOE, LTS, 7-Post, and AI analytics to uncover gains others miss.