RACE ENGINEER
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, combining Lola Cars' motorsport heritage, Yamaha’s technology, and ABT Sportsline's racing expertise.
We are seeking an experienced Race Engineer to lead the technical and strategic aspects of one of our cars. This role requires a motorsport engineer with a background in Formula E, WEC, LMDh, IndyCar, or Formula 2, who thrives under pressure and demands high performance.
Key Responsibilities
1. Lead all technical and strategic decisions for one car.
2. Define setup based on data analysis, simulations, and team input.
3. Make mid-event decisions using setup data, driver feedback, and competitor analysis.
4. Oversee simulator efforts and correlation analysis.
5. Coordinate communication among mechanics and performance engineers.
6. Share responsibility for car legality with the Technical Coordinator.
7. Plan and execute simulator and on-track testing.
Candidate Profile
Required:
* Minimum 3 years of experience as a Race Engineer in top-level motorsport.
* Deep understanding of vehicle dynamics and high-performance engineering.
* Strong communication and leadership skills under pressure.
* Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
* Proficiency with motorsport data tools (preferably ATLAS).
* Experience with simulation platforms such as Canopy.
Nice to Have:
* Programming skills (Python, MATLAB, VBA).
* Experience in Formula E and 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, competitive environment in a leading racing series.
* A key role in a top Formula E team.
* International travel and collaboration with world-class talent.
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