Race Engineer - £60k to £80k - Motorsport

Race Engineer - £60k to £80k - Motorsport

My client is a competitive motorsport team at the forefront of an FIA global motorsport competition dedicated to delivering world-class performance on and off the track. Our success is built on innovation, collaboration, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. As we aim for the top, we are seeking a talented and passionateRace Engineerto join our team and play a vital role in achieving our performance goals.

As a Race Engineer, you will be the critical link between the driver and the technical team, responsible for optimizing vehicle performance during races and test sessions. Combining technical expertise with clear communication, you will manage car setup, data analysis, and race strategies to extract maximum performance and provide invaluable support to the driver.

Role: Race Engineer

Salary: £60k to £80k

Industry: Motorsport

Location: England

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the primary point of contact between the driver and the technical team during race weekends and testing.
• Develop and execute race strategies, including tire management, fuel strategy, and in-race adjustments.
• Collaborate with performance engineers to optimize vehicle setup based on data analysis and driver feedback.
• Monitor and interpret real-time telemetry data during sessions, providing actionable feedback to the driver.
• Conduct detailed post-session debriefs, identifying opportunities for improvement in car performance and driver execution.
• Work closely with technical departments (aerodynamics, powertrain, vehicle dynamics) to implement performance enhancements.
• Ensure compliance with all technical regulations and safety standards.
• Prepare and contribute to pre-event simulations, briefings, and post-event analysis reports.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in a motorsport engineering role, ideally as a race engineer or similar position.
• Strong understanding of vehicle dynamics, aerodynamics, and powertrain systems.
• Proficiency with data analysis and telemetry tools (e.g., MATLAB, ATLAS, Pi Toolbox).
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to make quick, data-driven decisions under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to provide clear and concise instructions to drivers and technical teams.
• A proactive, detail-oriented mindset with a passion for motorsport and continuous improvement.
• Flexibility to travel extensively and work irregular hours, including weekends.

If this is of interest please apply on LinkedIn or email