SENIOR PERFORMANCE ENGINEER
Job Title: Senior Performance 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: Performance Engineering
Experience Level: 3–5 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, combining Lola Cars' motorsport heritage, Yamaha’s technology, and ABT Sportsline’s expertise.
We are seeking a Senior Performance Engineer to join our trackside and simulator performance group. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer with a background in Formula E, WEC, LMDh, IndyCar, or F2, aiming to optimize car performance and team operations.
Key Responsibilities
1. Support simulator sessions, test days, and race events.
2. Analyze simulation and on-track data to provide insights and recommendations.
3. Assist in decision-making during events through data analysis.
4. Contribute to simulator correlation and model refinement.
5. Communicate effectively with engineers, drivers, and technical staff.
6. Develop and improve performance tools (Python, MATLAB, VBA, etc.).
Candidate Profile
Required:
* 3–5 years in high-level motorsport performance engineering.
* Understanding of vehicle dynamics and race performance.
* Experience with motorsport data analysis tools (preferably ATLAS).
* Experience with vehicle dynamics simulation tools (preferably Canopy).
* Methodical, analytical approach.
* Strong communication and teamwork skills under pressure.
Nice to Have:
* Advanced coding skills (Python, MATLAB, VBA).
* Experience with simulator/model correlation.
* Previous Formula E experience.
Education & Background
* Degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Motorsport, Electrical Engineering, or related.
* Proactive, self-motivated, with strong interpersonal skills.
What We Offer
* A dynamic, international motorsport environment.
* Involvement in top-tier Formula E race and test programs.
* Opportunity to impact performance and technical development.
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