Job Title: Junior Performance Engineer
Company: Lola Yamaha ABT Formula E Team
Location: Kempten, Germany (initially Mission Control-based with evolution toward trackside)
Contract Type: Full-time
Sector: Race Team, Engineering
Discipline: Performance Engineering
Experience Level: 1–2 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 seek a Junior Performance Engineer to support our growing performance team. This role is suited for a motivated and analytical young engineer eager to develop into a trackside performance role. You will work on simulation, Mission Control operations, and tool development, with a clear path to future trackside responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
1. Support simulator sessions and live race operations (initially in Mission Control).
2. Analyze simulation, simulator, and car data to provide performance recommendations.
3. Assist senior engineers during race events with real-time analysis and feedback.
4. Develop and maintain performance tools using Python, MATLAB, VBA, or similar.
5. Present data-driven insights to the engineering team.
Candidate Profile
Required:
* Minimum 1 year of experience in motorsport performance engineering (e.g., F2, F3, or similar).
* Strong knowledge of vehicle dynamics and motorsport engineering principles.
* Analytical mindset and attention to detail.
* Proficiency in motorsport data tools, preferably ATLAS.
* Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Nice to Have:
* Experience with simulation tools like Canopy.
* Programming skills in Python, MATLAB, or VBA.
Education & Background
* Degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Electrical, or Motorsport Engineering or related field.
* Proactive and curious attitude, with initiative.
* Strong desire to learn and advance into a senior engineering role.
What We Offer
* A dynamic environment within a leading Formula E team.
* Exposure to high-level performance engineering and motorsport data.
* Development pathway toward a trackside engineering role.
* Participation in one of the most innovative racing series worldwide.
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