Race Engineer, Performance Development Lead

Hendrick Automotive Group; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading motorsports organization in Charlotte, NC, seeks an experienced Race Engineer - Performance Development. This role leads efforts to identify measurable performance gains using advanced simulation and testing methodologies. The ideal candidate has a strong background in motorsports engineering, vehicle dynamics, and proven experience in software tools like MATLAB and Python. Responsibilities include developing performance strategies, executing Driver-in-the-Loop tests, and mentoring junior engineers. Opportunities exist to work under high-pressure conditions within an innovative team environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in motorsports engineering.
• Experience with at-track engineering support.
• Familiarity with vehicle dynamics and performance optimization.

Responsibilities

• Lead efforts to identify performance gains for race teams.
• Develop custom software tools for performance discovery.
• Design and execute Driver-in-the-Loop test sessions.

Skills

Motorsports engineering

Vehicle dynamics

Simulation validation

Data analysis tools

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Motec

Job description

A leading motorsports organization in Charlotte, NC, seeks an experienced Race Engineer - Performance Development. This role leads efforts to identify measurable performance gains using advanced simulation and testing methodologies. The ideal candidate has a strong background in motorsports engineering, vehicle dynamics, and proven experience in software tools like MATLAB and Python. Responsibilities include developing performance strategies, executing Driver-in-the-Loop tests, and mentoring junior engineers. Opportunities exist to work under high-pressure conditions within an innovative team environment.