Andretti Cadillac
Tyre Performance Engineer
Andretti Cadillac, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States,
Location:
Silverstone, UKReporting to:
Head of Race Strategy & Tyre PerformanceDepartment:
Andretti Cadillac at Andretti GlobalBackground:Led by racing legend Michael Andretti, the team fields multiple entries in INDYCAR, INDY NXT, IMSA and Formula E. The global racing enterprise boasts over 250 race wins, four INDYCAR Series championships, five INDY NXT titles, one Indy Pro 2000 and one USF2000 championship, and has captured victory five times at the famed Indianapolis 500-Mile Race. The team is now looking to expand into the pinnacle of motorsport through our Andretti Cadillac Team.Job description:We have an opportunity for a Tyre Performance Engineer to join the Andretti Cadillac Team at the new Silverstone Facility. This role is responsible for supporting the race team in tyre performance optimization at each event, both at the track and from the factory.
This includes assisting in the development of bespoke tools for analyzing tyre performance, as well as contributing to continuous improvement of operational processes at the factory and at the track.
This role is also responsible for assisting with tyre testing activities and tyre model correlation, as well as providing engineering support for car development, looking at future years for expected tyre performance and behavior. At Andretti Global, we aspire to be the absolute best in every aspect of our team. Team members are encouraged to challenge established thinking and share their ideas to create an environment where everyone can contribute to our shared success.Principal Accountabilities:Supporting the race team in tyre performance optimization and tyre management during the event (either trackside or from the factory).Completing mandatory tyre reporting on time and to a high standardAssisting development of tyre performance tools, methods, and infrastructureContinuously improving operational processes at the track and the factoryDeveloping and maintaining department administration and reporting proceduresAssisting with tyre testing activities and tyre model correlationLooking at future years for expected tyre performance and behaviorStrong understanding of physics and math relating to high performance vehicles.Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines with minimal errors.Excellent presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.Strong critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills.Experience in performing data analysis, including data cleaning, transformation, and visualization, using Python, R, or equivalent.Honesty, transparency, and integrity in all aspects of work.Excellent interpersonal skills and eagerness to contribute positively to an open and inclusive culture.High level motorsports experience in tyre performance, especially with Pirelli tyres, is highly valued but not requiredPlease be aware that we will be reviewing applicants on a rolling basis and this job posting will close once a suitable candidate is identified. We encourage all interested individuals to submit their application as soon as possible.
As an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply.
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Silverstone, UKReporting to:
Head of Race Strategy & Tyre PerformanceDepartment:
Andretti Cadillac at Andretti GlobalBackground:Led by racing legend Michael Andretti, the team fields multiple entries in INDYCAR, INDY NXT, IMSA and Formula E. The global racing enterprise boasts over 250 race wins, four INDYCAR Series championships, five INDY NXT titles, one Indy Pro 2000 and one USF2000 championship, and has captured victory five times at the famed Indianapolis 500-Mile Race. The team is now looking to expand into the pinnacle of motorsport through our Andretti Cadillac Team.Job description:We have an opportunity for a Tyre Performance Engineer to join the Andretti Cadillac Team at the new Silverstone Facility. This role is responsible for supporting the race team in tyre performance optimization at each event, both at the track and from the factory.
This includes assisting in the development of bespoke tools for analyzing tyre performance, as well as contributing to continuous improvement of operational processes at the factory and at the track.
This role is also responsible for assisting with tyre testing activities and tyre model correlation, as well as providing engineering support for car development, looking at future years for expected tyre performance and behavior. At Andretti Global, we aspire to be the absolute best in every aspect of our team. Team members are encouraged to challenge established thinking and share their ideas to create an environment where everyone can contribute to our shared success.Principal Accountabilities:Supporting the race team in tyre performance optimization and tyre management during the event (either trackside or from the factory).Completing mandatory tyre reporting on time and to a high standardAssisting development of tyre performance tools, methods, and infrastructureContinuously improving operational processes at the track and the factoryDeveloping and maintaining department administration and reporting proceduresAssisting with tyre testing activities and tyre model correlationLooking at future years for expected tyre performance and behaviorStrong understanding of physics and math relating to high performance vehicles.Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines with minimal errors.Excellent presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.Strong critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills.Experience in performing data analysis, including data cleaning, transformation, and visualization, using Python, R, or equivalent.Honesty, transparency, and integrity in all aspects of work.Excellent interpersonal skills and eagerness to contribute positively to an open and inclusive culture.High level motorsports experience in tyre performance, especially with Pirelli tyres, is highly valued but not requiredPlease be aware that we will be reviewing applicants on a rolling basis and this job posting will close once a suitable candidate is identified. We encourage all interested individuals to submit their application as soon as possible.
As an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply.
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