Company
ALPINE RACING LIMITED
Job Description
Join our passionate and dedicated team as we push the boundaries of excellence in our bid for championship wins. Were on the lookout for driven individuals ready to make a significant impact across the team.
We have a new opportunity for a Race Engineer who will focus on our Race Support Team events. This role offers the unique opportunity to travel and be part of all the RST calendar events. If you have a passion for motorsport and a relentless drive to succeed, we want to hear from you!
Race Engineer - The Role
Reporting to the Head of Trackside Engineering, you will manage and run the setup, planning and performance of the Race Support Team car. You will provide support and training to the Young Driver Academy (YDA) drivers and ensure that RST engineering practices reflect those of the race team as closely as possible.
Key Accountabilities include:
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Engineering planning and organisation for RST events
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Assist the Head of Trackside Engineering on the allocation of test items
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Supporting the specification and build of the RST cars, liaising with relevant groups as required.
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Run RST events as required as primary engineer
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Working directly with the YDA to define a training program for young drivers, in and out of the car. Including a set syllabus of in car achievements, out of car online training programs, simulator support, Race Control Room visits with real time support, and Race Event and/or F2 support as required
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Ensure RST engineering practices reflect those of the Race Team, making it a seamless transition for drivers and other RST personnel
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Marketing Event support as required
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Race Team Support opportunities could include, when possible
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Join Race Engineering discussions, meetings, and practices as part of the Race Engineering department.
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Use the RST car and drivers for development/performance studies as allowed. Ensuring a free flow of communication in both directions.
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Stand in Performance Engineering duties as required (backup, tests etc.).
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Contribute to post event analysis as required.
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Contribute to engineering tool and analysis method development as required, benefitting both RT and RST
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Race attendances as available, acting in a race support role, or YDA support
Race Engineer - The Person
The successful candidate will hold an engineering or relevant degree. They will have a strong understanding of vehicle dynamics, simulation and the key performance differentiators in Formula 1.
In addition they will possess:
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A good knowledge of software used within Alpine, such as ATLAS, MATLAB/Simulink or Python
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Multiple years of experience at a high level of motorsport.
They will be self-motivated, willing to work collaboratively with other individuals, as part of a group, and with other groups within the team.
They will be a role model to the department, working to the highest standards and in accordance with the company values.
We are looking for self-motivated individuals who will strengthen our team and develop with us during the constant changes and improvements seen within this fast-paced department.
Our offer to you
What we offer our employees for their commitment to the team is not only a very competitive salary, but also an excellent suite of benefits including BUPA medical and dental, private pension, bonus scheme and many more. We are located in the Cotswolds and as well as having a new state of the art gym on site, we also have access to other benefits and discounts in the local area. We are committed to career development and provide training and mentoring opportunities for our colleagues.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.
Alpine Racing strives to be diverse and inclusive, a place where we can all be ourselves. We welcome people from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. We are committed to making a consistent, top down effort to be role models on what diversity, inclusion and belonging means in society.
Job Family
Alpine Racing UK
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