R&D Mechanic - IndyCar

Responsibilities: • Lead the preparation and assembly of racecars, including chassis setup, subassemblies, and suspension components, under the direction of the R&D Leader. • Ensure all build specifications are strictly followed, delivering a final product that meets high standards of quality and safety. • Assist the R&D Leader with pre-assembly tasks including the fitment of test and development parts, providing detailed feedback and documentation on potential improvements and issues. • Serve as lead mechanic during private team tests, tire tests, manufacturer evaluations, straight-line tests, marketing events, and select race events as required. • Work efficiently to meet critical build deadlines and maintain overall project timelines. • Mentor junior mechanics, promoting quality control and fostering a positive, growth-oriented learning environment. • Actively contribute to the improvement of processes, materials, equipment, personnel, and technical knowledge in collaboration with the R&D Leader. • Train team members on both shop and track-based equipment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). • Verify that all checklists are accurately completed and documented. • Maintain a clean, organized workspace both in the shop and at the racetrack, working closely with the R&D Leader to uphold professional standards. Minimum Qualifications: • The successful candidate will have at minimum of a high school diploma • Minimum 10 years technical experience in professional motorsport or related field • Motorsports technician / crew chief background • IndyCar, NASCAR, IMSA, WEC or F1 championships preferred • Minimum 10 years of Professional motorsports track experience • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement required • Strong organizational skills • Effective communication and collaboration skills required • Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to achieve common goals. • Excellent mentoring skills, with a passion for developing team members is required Desired / Preferred Qualifications: • Microsoft Suite • Excel experience preferred • SharePoint experience preferred • Outlook experience Preferred • Experience mentoring technicians • Good interpersonal and communication skills (verbal)

Qualifications

• The successful candidate will have at minimum of a high school diploma

• Minimum 10 years technical experience in professional motorsport or related field

• Motorsports technician / crew chief background

• Minimum 10 years of Professional motorsports track experience

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on innovation and continuous

• improvement required

• Strong organizational skills

• Effective communication and collaboration skills required

• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to achieve common goals

• Excellent mentoring skills, with a passion for developing team members is required

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and assembly of racecars, including chassis setup, subassemblies, and suspension components, under the direction of the R&D Leader

• Ensure all build specifications are strictly followed, delivering a final product that meets high standards of quality and safety

• Assist the R&D Leader with pre-assembly tasks including the fitment of test and development parts, providing detailed feedback and documentation on potential improvements and issues

• Serve as lead mechanic during private team tests, tire tests, manufacturer evaluations, straight-line tests, marketing events, and select race events as required

• Work efficiently to meet critical build deadlines and maintain overall project timelines

• Mentor junior mechanics, promoting quality control and fostering a positive, growth-oriented learning environment

• Actively contribute to the improvement of processes, materials, equipment, personnel, and technical knowledge in collaboration with the R&D Leader

• Train team members on both shop and track-based equipment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Verify that all checklists are accurately completed and documented

• Maintain a clean, organized workspace both in the shop and at the racetrack, working closely with the R&D Leader to uphold professional standards