Job Description
As a member of the performance engineering group, you will work closely with race and performance engineers to maximize tyre performance for both our race cars.
Your Tasks
- Collaborate closely within the performance engineering team to analyse and improve overall car and tyre performance
- Assist with all tyre-related activities both trackside and at the driving simulator (DiL)
- Verify the functionality of tyre-related vehicle sensors in data
- Determine and monitor tyre related KPIs and derive optimum tyre usage using simulation and track data
- Provide detailed and concise technical reports on tyre performance, including pre- and post-event reports
- Develop, maintain, and validate mechanical & thermal tyre models used in the DiL, as well as offline simulation tools
Your Qualification
- Master's or Bachelor's Degree in STEM studies
- Minimum 2 years of professional experience in performance engineering or data analysis in a high-level motorsport series (Formula E, WEC, etc.)
- A solid background in the fundamentals of vehicle dynamics
- Knowledge of Matlab/Simulink and/or other programming languages such as Python, C#, C++
- Experience in tyre modelling (thermal and mechanical) is an advantage
- Methodical and analytical approach with an ability to propose creative and innovative solutions
- Independent and well-organized way of working
- A flexible approach to working hours and the ability to handle pressure
- Willingness to travel extensively
- Open-mindedness and exceptional teamwork skills
- Good knowledge of English; knowledge of German is a plus