Race Engineer

Hendrick Automotive Group; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Hendrick Motorsports in Charlotte, NC seeks a Race Engineer to ensure the integrity of design, development, and improvement of race car components and systems to maximize vehicle function. The role requires interpreting data and translating insights into actionable recommendations.

The engineer will manage multiple design-performance projects, support trackside testing, and assist in car setup and analysis, with a focus on simulation and fuel mileage optimization.

Qualifications

• Analytical thinking and problem solving.
• Ability to interpret data and communicate findings effectively in writing.
• Clear and concise written communication; strong verbal skills.
• Attention to detail and organized approach to tasks.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects related to design and performance of race car components and systems.
• Support trackside testing and racing activities.
• Collect and interpret data and provide actionable recommendations.
• Assist in car setup, testing, and analysis as needed.
• Alter and modify designs to meet specified functional performance.
• Utilize simulation, statistical data, and fuel mileage analyses.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Detail-oriented

Organized

Decision making

Adaptability

Accountability

Accuracy

Coordination

Job description

Hendrick MotorsportsLocation: 4400 Papa Joe Hendrick Blvd, Charlotte, North Carolina 28262Hendrick Motorsports, a leader in the auto racing industry, is currently seeking a Race Engineer.Summary: This position is responsible for the integrity of the design, development, and improvement of race car components and systems to maximize vehicle function. The race engineers are responsible for interpreting and translating related data.Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:Responsible for managing various projects related to design and performance of race car related components and systems.Responsible for supporting trackside testing and racing.Responsible for collecting and interpreting data and providing recommendations.Responsible for utilizing engineering principles to enhance vehicle design and performance.Assist in car set-up, testing, and analysis as needed.Alter and modify designs to obtain specified functional and operational performance.Responsible for simulation, statistical data, and fuel mileage.Qualifications:Accountability – accept responsibility and account for his/her own actions.Accuracy – perform work accurately and thoroughly.Analytical skills – possess critical thinking and reasoning skills to solve a problem.Verbal communication – ability to communicate effectively with others verbally.Written communication – demonstrate an ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.Coordination – adjusting actions in relation to others’ actions.Detail-oriented – will pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.Organized – demonstrate being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.Decision making – ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures.Adaptability – ability to adapt to change in the workplace. Environment Demands:Work involves frequent exposure to unpleasant elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, loud noises, chemicals, etc.Hendrick is an Equal Opportunity employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For more information regarding the EEOC, please visit https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf.