Motorsports Applied Vehicle Dynamics Simulation Engineer - NASCAR

Description

Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Concord, NC four (4) days per week, at minimum.

The Role

To strengthen our Motorsports program, we are seeking an Applied Vehicle Dynamics Simulation Operations Engineer to support the integration and use of GM’s simulation toolchain within NASCAR race teams. This role focuses on delivering engineering support that drives measurable on-track performance improvements. The engineer will collaborate with race teams and GM engineers to conduct analysis using offline simulation tools and Driver-in-the-Loop (DiL) simulators. Responsibilities include supporting tool usage and training, gathering team feedback for simulation development, refining vehicle modeling inputs, improving simulation correlation through test rig data, and conducting vehicle dynamics studies. The ideal candidate is proficient in engineering software, proactive in performance-related collaboration, and passionate about working with accurate, efficient simulation models.

What You’ll Do

Play a key role as a performance simulation support engineer embedded within a NASCAR Cup Series racing team

Use advanced analytics and GM tools to process and interpret test and simulation results, providing insight for performance optimization and simulation modeling, while improving model correlation

Be part of the broader simulation support team seeking to continuously improve and investigate methods to utilize the simulation toolchain and increase race team performance

Assist teams with test plan development and execution using testing equipment, including SPMM/Kinematic rigs, 7-post test rigs, and push-up/down rigs

Provide race teams expert knowledge in the simulation toolchain functionality and modeling practices

During at-track testing, when necessary, provide real-time support, including simulation model tuning based on setup adjustments and driver feedback

Troubleshoot simulation performance issues and recommend solutions during testing and competition

Represent racing team needs as a stakeholder in the simulation toolchain development process

Clearly communicate technical data, results and recommendations to GM and race team members

What You’ll Need (Required Qualifications)

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent degree

5 or more years of highly validated experience using simulation or other vehicle dynamics-based modeling software within a professional motorsport organization, preferably in a prior race-engineering role

Highly analytical, customer focused, and structured, with positive relationship and strong communicative skills

Experience using data analysis software such as Pi Toolbox, MoTeC i2, McLaren ATLAS

Exposure to modern software development tooling and environments, preferably C#, Python and Git

Knowledge of high-performance vehicle, tire, and aero modeling techniques

Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, and the ability to interact well with others

Must be a great teammate, be able to work a flexible schedule and have a high level of integrity

Passion for motorsports and strong understanding of vehicle dynamics engineering

Ability to multi-task in a multifaceted, constantly evolving environment, bringing a strong work ethic and integrity

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits

Travel to team or GM tests may be required up to 15% of time

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

Master’s degree in engineering, physics or related subject

Knowledge of using Dymola/Modelica in a simulation toolchain

Exposure to modern software development tooling and environments, preferably C# and Git

Prior NASCAR Race Engineering experience – utilizing simulation tools

Experience working with DiL simulators

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This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week {or other frequency dictated by their manager}.

The selected candidate will be required to travel <25% for this role.

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

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