Job Description

General Information

RaceOn is looking for a Trackside Performance Engineer to analyze data, optimize vehicle performance, and sharpen race strategies. You’ll work side-by-side with race engineers and drivers to turn telemetry into a competitive advantage - on and off track.

Your mission

What you’ll do:

• Data analysis: interpret race/test data using Cosworth, MoTeC, Atlas to maximise performance
• Simulation & optimization: leverage simulation to improve vehicle performance
• Python modeling & automation: accelerate analysis and build performance models
• Race strategy support: deliver real-time insights and decision support (including AI-backed tools)
• Trackside support: travel to races/tests to troubleshoot and optimize in real time

Your profile

✅ Education & Experience:

• A Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Motorsport, Mechanical, or Automotive Engineering.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in performance engineering in Formula E, F1, WEC, or similar high-level motorsport categories.
• Strong expertise in vehicle dynamics, tire behavior, and control systems.
• Proven trackside experience, collaborating with race engineers and drivers to fine-tune vehicle performance.

✅ Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in data analysis software (e.g., Cosworth/ MoTeC/ Atlas, etc).
• Experience with lap time simulation tools and simulator environments.
• Strong capabilities in MATLAB and other engineering analysis tools.
• Python skills for automation and analysis
• Knowledge of measurement technology and telemetry applications.

✅ Soft Skills:

• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills—able to work efficiently with teams at the track and remotely.
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset with a passion for continuous performance optimization.
• Time flexibility and willingness to travel advantageous but not necessary.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a high-performing team.

Work location
USA | Significant travel for races/tests