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Job Title: Race Engineer
Company: Lola Yamaha ABT Formula E Team
Location: Kempten, Germany (with extensive travel to race/test events)
Contract Type: Full-time
Sector: Race Team, Engineering
Discipline: Race Engineering
Experience Level: 3+ years
Education Level: Degree
Start Date: As soon as possible
Job Description
The Lola Yamaha ABT Formula E Team competes in the FIA Formula E World Championship, uniting Lola Cars' legendary motorsport heritage, Yamaha’s cutting-edge technology, and the racing expertise of ABT Sportsline.
We are currently looking for a Race Engineer to lead the technical and strategic direction of one of our cars. This is a key role for an experienced motorsport engineer who thrives on pressure, precision, and performance—ideally with a background in Formula E, WEC, LMDh, IndyCar or Formula 2.
Key Responsibilities
* Act as the lead engineer responsible for all technical and strategic aspects of one car.
* Define setup based on data analysis, simulation results, and input from the performance group.
* Drive mid-event decision-making with targeted analysis of setup, driver feedback, and competitor data.
* Lead the simulator/simulation correlation effort through detailed analysis and recommendations.
* Manage communication and coordination across the car crew, including mechanics and dedicated performance/system engineers.
* Take shared responsibility for car legality with the team’s Technical Coordinator.
* Plan, organize, and execute simulator and on-track test events.
Candidate Profile
Required:
* At least 3 years of experience as a Race Engineer in top-level motorsport.
* In-depth understanding of vehicle dynamics and high-performance engineering.
* Exceptional communication and leadership skills under high-pressure environments.
* Strong analytical capabilities and attention to detail.
* Proficient in motorsport data tools (preferably ATLAS).
* Familiarity with simulation platforms such as Canopy.
Nice to Have:
* Programming skills (Python, MATLAB, VBA) for tool development and performance analysis.
* Formula E experience and/or knowledge of energy management strategies.
Education & Background
* Degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Electrical, or Motorsport Engineering or related field.
* Proactive, self-driven, and team-oriented.
* Ability to communicate technical information clearly across departments.
What We Offer
* A dynamic and competitive working environment in one of the world’s most innovative racing series.
* A key role in shaping the performance of a front-running Formula E team.
* International travel and the opportunity to work with world-class talent and technology.
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