Jeff Curtis_RCR
04-28-2010, 08:59 AM
Entry level race engineer on a Sprint Cup team 2-5 years racing experience recommended. FSAE chassis team leadership experience highly recommended. Must be willing to start work immediately or upon graduation in May. Job duties of a race engineer are as follows, however tasks will be appropriately divided between the primary race engineer and the entry level race engineer.
Position: Entry Level Race Engineer
Department: Engineering
Reports to: Crew Chief, Technical Director
Job Description:
This position performs the required engineering related functions for a given race team. In this role, the race engineer reports to the Crew Chief. The race engineer also serves as a technical liaison between the engineering and competition departments at RCR . In this capacity, the position reports to the Technical Director. While there is a large emphasis on team membership, all RCR race engineers must work in unison to improve the performance of all RCR teams.
Job Responsibilities:
The responsibilities outlined below will generally be divided between two race engineers on a given team.
1. Work with the crew chief to specify racecar build and setup for all racing and testing events. Works with shop personnel, ensuring that they have the required accurate information to assemble racecars in a timely manner.
2. Executes simulation studies to aid in determining optimal setup configurations. Communicates results and conclusions to the crew chief and all RCR race engineers.
3. Accurately enters all of the required information (i.e., vehicle/component information, setup information, run comments, test and race summaries, etc.) pertaining to the running of the racecar in the RCR database. At race and testing events, this must be done in a timely fashion to facilitate communication between teams.
4. Develops test plans (objectives, run lists and sensor requirements) for all vehicle tests (track, 7-post, Kinematics an Compliance, etc.). Submits them to the Competition and Technical Director for approval prior to the scheduled event. Writes summary test reports for all tests (track, 7-post etc.) in a timely fashion.
5. Technically supports and plays an active role in the crew chief’s and driver’s decision making process to extract maximum performance out of the racecar.
6. Oversees data system installation and calibration for testing.
7. Attends all scheduled race engineering meetings.
8. As required, works on special projects designated by the Crew Chief.
9. As required, works on special projects designated by the Technical Director.
10. Documents all project work in Windchill Product Point.
11. Works with the RCR Engineering Department to continuously improve and perfect the racecar itself and the various tools (simulation, 7-post, windtunnel, etc.) used by RCR to optimize its performance.
12. Performs any additional tasks, as required by the Crew Chief or Technical Director.
Job Requirements:
1. Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or equivalent, Mechanical preferred.
2. Solid foundation and understanding in vehicle dynamics.
3. Strong communication skills, verbal and written.
4. Strong interpersonal skills. Must be able to “get-along” with a broad spectrum of individuals and personalities.
5. Ability to perform in high-pressure, high-stress competitive situations.
6. Strong computer skills. Will be required to run simulation models and analyze the results. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office tools.
7. 1-3 years experience in a race engineer capacity at Nationwide or Cup (preferred) level is desired.
8. Position requires individual to travel to all test and racing events.
9. Ability to lift and carry 50 lb of deadweight.
Only absolutely top notch candidates will even be considered, please do not waste my time with sub par resumes.
Contact me at jcurtis@rcrracing.com
Position: Entry Level Race Engineer
Department: Engineering
Reports to: Crew Chief, Technical Director
Job Description:
This position performs the required engineering related functions for a given race team. In this role, the race engineer reports to the Crew Chief. The race engineer also serves as a technical liaison between the engineering and competition departments at RCR . In this capacity, the position reports to the Technical Director. While there is a large emphasis on team membership, all RCR race engineers must work in unison to improve the performance of all RCR teams.
Job Responsibilities:
The responsibilities outlined below will generally be divided between two race engineers on a given team.
1. Work with the crew chief to specify racecar build and setup for all racing and testing events. Works with shop personnel, ensuring that they have the required accurate information to assemble racecars in a timely manner.
2. Executes simulation studies to aid in determining optimal setup configurations. Communicates results and conclusions to the crew chief and all RCR race engineers.
3. Accurately enters all of the required information (i.e., vehicle/component information, setup information, run comments, test and race summaries, etc.) pertaining to the running of the racecar in the RCR database. At race and testing events, this must be done in a timely fashion to facilitate communication between teams.
4. Develops test plans (objectives, run lists and sensor requirements) for all vehicle tests (track, 7-post, Kinematics an Compliance, etc.). Submits them to the Competition and Technical Director for approval prior to the scheduled event. Writes summary test reports for all tests (track, 7-post etc.) in a timely fashion.
5. Technically supports and plays an active role in the crew chief’s and driver’s decision making process to extract maximum performance out of the racecar.
6. Oversees data system installation and calibration for testing.
7. Attends all scheduled race engineering meetings.
8. As required, works on special projects designated by the Crew Chief.
9. As required, works on special projects designated by the Technical Director.
10. Documents all project work in Windchill Product Point.
11. Works with the RCR Engineering Department to continuously improve and perfect the racecar itself and the various tools (simulation, 7-post, windtunnel, etc.) used by RCR to optimize its performance.
12. Performs any additional tasks, as required by the Crew Chief or Technical Director.
Job Requirements:
1. Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or equivalent, Mechanical preferred.
2. Solid foundation and understanding in vehicle dynamics.
3. Strong communication skills, verbal and written.
4. Strong interpersonal skills. Must be able to “get-along” with a broad spectrum of individuals and personalities.
5. Ability to perform in high-pressure, high-stress competitive situations.
6. Strong computer skills. Will be required to run simulation models and analyze the results. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office tools.
7. 1-3 years experience in a race engineer capacity at Nationwide or Cup (preferred) level is desired.
8. Position requires individual to travel to all test and racing events.
9. Ability to lift and carry 50 lb of deadweight.
Only absolutely top notch candidates will even be considered, please do not waste my time with sub par resumes.
Contact me at jcurtis@rcrracing.com