Chief Performance Engineer

Overview

In this role you will lead performance testing, analytics and simulation to optimise high-performance vehicle behaviour. You join a prestigious motorsports team to drive data-driven improvements and benchmark against industry standards. You will mentor engineers, oversee metrics, and communicate insights to senior management. This is a cutting-edge, collaborative environment where you shape performance strategies and leverage advanced tech to push boundaries.

Pay / Benefits

• cutting-edge motorsports environment
• professional development and training opportunities
• collaborative and innovative work culture
• access to state-of-the-art technology and resources
• comprehensive employee benefits package

Responsibilities

• Lead performance testing activities to optimise vehicle performance
• Develop and implement advanced simulation models to predict vehicle behaviour
• Analyse performance data to identify improvement opportunities
• Collaborate with design and engineering teams to apply simulation and testing findings
• Oversee development of performance metrics and benchmarking
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers
• Ensure compliance with regulations and safety standards
• Communicate performance insights to senior management

Key requirements

• Experience in performance testing within motorsports or related high-performance environment
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in performance analytics
• Expertise in developing and running simulation models
• Understanding of motorsport engineering principles and vehicle dynamics
• Excellent problem-solving and attention to detail
• Proven ability to lead and manage a technical team
• Effective communication skills to present technical information
• Relevant engineering degree or equivalent qualification

• leadership
• communication
• problem-solving
• performance analytics
• simulation modelling
• vehicle dynamics

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