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Toyota

Engineer Race Strategy

Salisbury, NC

We are dedicated to advancing automotive engineering and maximizing racetrack performance, and this role is integral to our pursuit of becoming the most respected motorsports engineering organization.

Hendrick Motorsports

Race Engineer

Charlotte, NC · On-site

Hendrick Motorsports Location: 4400 Papa Joe Hendrick Blvd, Charlotte, North Carolina 28262 Hendrick Motorsports, a leader in the auto racing industry, is currently seeking a Race Engineer. Summary:

Toyota

Electronic Assembly Technician

Costa Mesa, CA

$63K - $102K/yr

In our pursuit of becoming the most respected and premier motorsports engineering organization in the world, we are looking for highly motivated applicants for our open positions. TRD is looking for ...

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To thrive in Motorsports Engineering, a strong background in mechanical or automotive engineering, proficiency in CAD software, and hands-on experience with vehicle dynamics are essential, typically supported by a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with data acquisition systems, simulation tools like MATLAB/Simulink, and certifications such as FIA or SFI can be highly beneficial. Excellent problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills make professionals stand out in fast-paced, high-pressure environments. These competencies are vital for designing, testing, and optimizing performance vehicles in the competitive and demanding field of motorsports.

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Motorsports Engineers spend their days designing and testing vehicle components, analyzing performance data, and collaborating closely with drivers and technical teams to optimize car performance. Responsibilities can include using CAD software to develop new parts, interpreting telemetry data from races or tests, and making real-time adjustments to improve reliability and speed. The role often involves rapid problem-solving under time constraints, especially during events and race weekends. Effective teamwork and clear communication are key, as engineers regularly work with mechanics, strategists, and support staff to achieve peak performance on the track.

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A Motorsports Engineering job involves designing, developing, and optimizing high-performance vehicles for racing. Engineers in this field work on aerodynamics, materials, powertrains, and data analysis to improve speed, safety, and efficiency. They collaborate with racing teams, manufacturers, and testing facilities to push the limits of automotive technology. This role requires strong knowledge of mechanical and automotive engineering, plus hands-on experience with racing vehicles.

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Design Engineering Intern (Spring/Summer 2027)

Hendrick Motorsports

Charlotte, NC • On-site

$15.50 - $20/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 7 days ago

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Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

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Job description

Hendrick Motorsports
Location: 4400 Papa Joe Hendrick Blvd, Charlotte, North Carolina 28262
Hendrick Motorsports, a leading NASCAR Motorsports operation, is currently seeking a highly motivated Design Engineering Intern for a 6-9-month assignment beginning in Spring of 2027.
Our internship/co-op program gives students the opportunity to gain practical, challenging, and meaningful on-the-job work experience, while working for NASCAR's most successful race team.
The Design Engineering Intern is a position specializing in the development, modification, and testing of improved and new designs for automotive structural members and associated automotive equipment. The candidate's experience and education should involve structures, CAD modeling processes, writing procedures, designing, and performing tests. The candidate will also be responsible for assisting with shop activities, entering data into the PLM system and assisting with related engineering projects as assigned.
When your assignment ends, there is a good chance that your connection with Hendrick Motorsports will continue as many students join us for another internship to continue their learning experience with Hendrick Motorsports. Many of our interns infuse with racing and investigate joining our team directly after graduation. We hope you will join our diverse group of highly talented team members and use your passion and determination to contribute to our success story.
Job Duties:
  • Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.
  • Confer with engineers and other personnel to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, and provide technical information.
  • Specify system components or direct modification of products to ensure conformance with engineering design and performance specifications.
  • Research, design, evaluate, install, operate, and maintain mechanical products, equipment, systems and processes to meet requirements, applying knowledge of engineering principles.
  • Investigate equipment failures and difficulties to diagnose faulty operation, and to make recommendations to maintenance crew.
  • Assist drafters in developing the structural design of products using drafting tools or computer-assisted design (CAD) or drafting equipment and software.
  • Oversee installation, operation, maintenance, and repair to ensure that machines and equipment are installed and functioning according to specifications.
  • Conduct research that tests and analyzes the feasibility, design, operation and performance of equipment, components and systems.
  • Any other duties as assigned by supervisor

Eligibility Requirements:
  • Minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.8/4.0 or 3.0/4.0 depending on functional area
  • Full-time student (12 semester hours) attending a four-year university and have completed 30 semester hours prior to the start of the internship
  • If transferred from a two-year university, have completed 12 semester hours at the four-year university prior to the start of the internship

Hendrick is an Equal Opportunity employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For more information regarding the EEOC, please visit https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf.

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