IndyCar Trackside Engineer

General Motors

IndyCar Trackside Engineer optimizing performance of Chevrolet-powered race teams during testing and races. Collaborating with race teams and analyzing telemetry data for continuous improvement.

Posted 6/9/2026full-timeConcord • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Spring

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participate in optimizing performance of IndyCar vehicles during races and testing sessions.
Develop and enhance IndyCar tools to support Chevrolet-powered race teams.
Utilize GM-created simulation and support tools to improve simulation correlation and contribute to Driver-in-the-Loop (DiL) simulator operations.
Collaborate with race teams to develop and implement performance strategies.
Analyze telemetry and sensor data to identify areas for improvement.
Provide real-time feedback to engineers during race events.
Communicate clearly with team members and stakeholders.
Travel to all IndyCar race events (~10% travel).

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field of study
Three (3) years of experience as a Motorsports Engineer, Race Engineer, or related role
OR Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field of study and one (1) year of experience as a Motorsports Engineer, Race Engineer, or related role
One (1) year of experience with IndyCar or similar high-performance racing series
Data analysis tools and software including MATLAB, Pi Toolbox, and MoTeC
Vehicle dynamics, aerodynamics, and powertrain systems
Aerodynamic Understanding including aero balance, and drag vs downforce
Tire Modeling including wear and degradation
Data Visualizations
Setup Development including Iterating on spring, damper, ARB, alignment changes based on feedback and data.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Hard Skills & Tools

data analysisvehicle dynamicsaerodynamicspowertrain systemstire modelingdata visualizationsetup developmentsimulation correlationDriver-in-the-Loop (DiL)feedback iteration

Soft Skills

communicationcollaborationreal-time feedback

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical EngineeringBachelor’s degree in Automotive EngineeringMaster’s degree in Mechanical EngineeringMaster’s degree in Automotive Engineering