Senior Motorsports Engineer
Senior Motorsports Engineer
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Job Description
At Vermont SportsCar we are committed to victory. We win by treating our people well respecting them and taking care of them. Working at VSC is more than just a job it is being part of a team working together to give back and share our successes and our passion for the sport with our teammates our industry and the community around us. We are seeking an experienced Senior Motorsports Engineer to join our winning team and become part of our motorsports family.
The Senior Motorsports Engineer is responsiblefor Engineering related technical planning preparations and during testing demo/exhibition and race Senior Motorsports Engineer manages our team of engineers as necessary through direction provided by the Technical Director plans and executes technical strategy during test days and race events targeting increased performance and reliability. The Senior Motorsports Engineer reports directly to the Technical Director.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Responsible for Engineers/Engineering Teams as assigned
Responsible for Project Management as assigned
Strong ability to lead a technical team on a given project
Duties/Responsibilities:
Preparation of the car in the workshop including reprep; car setup; communicating with other departments such as composites fabrication paint tires.
Coordinate with the Production Manager to manage requests and workload. Follow up actions from previous outings.
Strong ability to diagnose any issues on a professional level race car (electronic mechanical powertrain)
Oversee shakedown and commissioning prior to event. Decide and execute changes as necessary to technical teams.
Ability to improve chassis setup based on drivers comments and data analysis.
Manage the race day organization with the race engineer and lead technicians.
Interact with scrutineers race officials and other teams in a professional manner.
Record outing data. Prepare event summary technical report.
Create engineering reports for Senior Management as required.
Train the Race Engineer and Technicians on proper techniques as needed.
Monitor car truck and workshop parts inventory and request restocking as required within budget constraints.
Advise when updates or testing is required. Prepare a test plan record session data and prepare summary reports.
Comply with health safety (including OSHA) and environmental procedures and ensure the cleanliness of the work area.
Other duties as needed to support VSCs various racing programs.
Education and Experience:
BS or greater in Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering or similar is preferred
At least5 yearsof high level motorsport experience with a professional race team
Electric vehicle experience is a plus
Required Skills/Abilities:
Strong mechanical aptitude
Proven ability to multitask and work comfortably in a fastpaced oftenchanging environment including excellent organizational skills with a high degree of initiative and flexibility
Proven ability to be a team player with high integrity is a must
Excellent time management skills
Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Word etc. or related software
Proven ability to safely set up and/or operate hand and machine tools in challenging environments
Reliability and punctuality are strongly desired for the success of this role
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this position individuals may frequently be required to stand walk or sit for extended periods of time; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop kneel crouch or crawl; regularly required to talk and hear
The individual must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds
Specific vision requirements for this position include close vision distance vision and the ability to adjust focus as required.
At Vermont SportsCar we take care of our employees. Our generous benefit offerings include:
- Health insurance with companyfunded HSA
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan with employer contributions
- Free branded apparel
- Coffee Teahealthy snacksand other treats to keep you fueled throughout the day
Our modern facility is in the beautiful northern part of the state just outside of Burlington Vermont. Continuously voted one of the best places to live in the country Burlington and Vermont are home to hardworking hardplaying people who appreciate the outdoors and all the state has to offer.
Full time position VT based. US citizen/green card holder
Working at Vermont SportsCar is a rewarding experience and we hope you consider joining our team.
This is aFull time position VT based. Must be a US citizen/green card holder.
Apply today we look forward to hearing from you!
Required Experience:
Senior Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
