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Junior Performance Engineer

Hendrick MotorsportsHendrick MotorsportsOnsite
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Hendrick Motorsports
Location: 4400 Papa Joe Hendrick Blvd, Charlotte, North Carolina 28262This position requires a highly motivated performance engineer with experience in testing concepts to optimize performance and then applying those solutions to car build and setup, race strategy, and simulation implementation.  The Junior Performance Engineer will work closely with the race teams, engineering staff, and GM Motorsports to advance methodology in these areas in search of performance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS


Reasonable Accommodations Statement


To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Essential Job Functions


  • Able to perform, plan, and analyze DIL (Driver in the Loop) simulation rig testing and data.
  • Able to analyze track test data using Pi Cosworth software.
  • Responsible for communicating complex, technical data to various levels of the organization. 
  • Develop test plans for and analyze data from Kinematic and Compliance, push-up, 7-post-test rigs and other lab resources to improve the performance of race cars.
  • Apply simulation engineering principles and knowledge of racing performance to optimize systems and resolve system level issues. 
  • Develop and deploy tools to streamline the reporting of simulation and rig test data to the race teams as well as improve the execution of the tests. 
  • Coordinate efforts with and provide guidance to GM representatives for tool development and test execution via active involvement in meetings and interactions. 
  • Provide team recommendations summarizing the newest findings on a weekly basis. 
  • Able to analyze tire data and summarize actionable information to the teams as well as provide sensitivities to improve race and qualifying performance.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS


  • Accuracy - Perform work accurately and thoroughly. 
  • Technical Aptitude - Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information. 
  • Analytical Skills - Possess critical thinking and reasoning skills to solve a problem. 
  • Communication, Written - Demonstrates an ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely. 
  • Communication, Oral - Ability to collaborate effectively with co-workers, supervisors and managers all having varying degrees of education and background
  • Conceptual Thinking - Ability to think in terms of abstract ideas. 
  • Deductive Reasoning - Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. 
  • Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task. 
  • Energetic - Ability to work at a sustained pace and produce quality work. 
  • Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace. 
  • Presentation Skills - Ability to effectively present information publicly. 
  • Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems. 
  • Quality Work - Responsible for producing quality, to specification work. 
  • Reliability - Demonstrates being dependable and trustworthy. 
  • Responsible - Has the ability to be held accountable or answerable for one’s conduct or actions. 
  • Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations. 
  • Sense of Urgency - Act promptly, decisively and without delay.

SKILLS & ABILITIES


  • Education: Bachelor's Degree (four year college or technical school): Required
  • Experience: 2 plus years of experience; Preferred
  • Computer Skills: Moderate level Microsoft Office is expected in this role. Simulation software experience; Dymola, VI Grade, Canopy or equivalent.  Pi Cosworth software experience or data acquisition system equivalent.
  • Other Requirements: Ability to travel on short notice is required for this position. The successful person in this role is outgoing, creative, and well spoken. A flexible schedule is required for this position.  

Hendrick is an Equal Opportunity employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For more information regarding the EEOC, please visit https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf.

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Life at Hendrick Motorsports

Founded by Rick Hendrick in 1984, Hendrick Motorsports has earned nine championships in NASCAR's top three divisions and 144 victories in the sanctioning body's premier series, the NEXTEL Cup. The organization currently fields Chevrolet race cars on the Cup and Busch Series circuits with drivers Kyle Busch, Jeff Gordon, Brian Vickers, Terry Labonte and Jimmie Johnson. Headquartered in Concord, N.C., the company employs 500 people and proudly services the sponsorships of more than 30 of the world's most respected brands.
Thrive Here & What We Value- Equal Opportunity employer- Encourages diverse applicants (minorities, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities)- Supports HMS R&D projects with special requirements- Collaborates with key suppliers and component vendors- Engages in daily team interactions at all organizational levels- Aligns processes and systems for continuous improvement- Strong problem-solving skills, data analysis proficiency- Customer satisfaction expertise- Knowledge of essential tools and equipment- Willingness to work flexible hours and travel- Fast-paced, delivery-focused environment- Values diversity in the workplace
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