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Circuit of The Americas

Corner Marshall Part-Time

Del Valle, TX · On-site

$15.25 - $19.25/hr

... NASCAR and MotoGP attracting global fans during championship races on the famed Circuit and Live ... Weekday availability preferred. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with ...

Hendrick

$13.75 - $18/hr

Mechanical Aptitude - Understands and uses lab tools if needed * Multi-Tasking - Handles multiple ... Weekdays from 7:00 am - 4:00 pm typically, with weekend support during practice, qualifying and ...

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How much do weekday nascar mechanic jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekday nascar mechanic in the United States is $24.81, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $28.85 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Weekday Nascar Mechanic vs Weekend Nascar Mechanic?

AspectWeekday Nascar MechanicWeekend Nascar Mechanic
CertificationsASE certifications, NASCAR-specific trainingASE certifications, NASCAR-specific training
Work EnvironmentTeam garages, race tracks during weekdaysTeam garages, race tracks during weekends
Employer & Industry UsageMajor NASCAR teams, racing industryMajor NASCAR teams, racing industry
Work ScheduleRegular weekday hours, pre-race preparationsWeekend race days, post-race maintenance

The main difference between a Weekday Nascar Mechanic and a Weekend Nascar Mechanic lies in their work schedule and race involvement. Weekday mechanics focus on pre-race preparations during the week, while weekend mechanics are primarily involved during race days and post-race maintenance. Both roles require similar certifications and work within the same industry environment.

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Infographic showing various Weekday Nascar Mechanic job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, and 20% Part Time. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,613 per year, or $24.8 per hour.
Performance Engineer - NASCAR

Performance Engineer - NASCAR

Penske Racing South

Mooresville, NC • On-site

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Job Description

The Performance Engineer directly contributes to the performance of our race cars by working closely with the race engineers, engineering staff, and crew chiefs, while also working independently to identify, test, organize, analyze, validate, and communicate areas of improvement and ways in which these improvements can be realized. Using data, research, internal and external resources, as well as other staff, the performance engineer role will develop items and help to understand and optimize configurations that will aid in the performance of the race car. The qualified person will be organized, self-motivated, and able to work with minimum supervision and under extreme pressure to make quick, calculated decisions. A strong interpersonal and communication skillset is required, along with an exceptional team mentality. Performance Engineers are encouraged to challenge established thinking and share their ideas to create an environment where everyone can contribute to our shared success.

This position requires occasional weekday and weekend travel for testing and race events. During race weekends, Performance Engineers will support track activities remotely from our Mooresville, NC shop.

Roles & Responsibilities:

  • Assist race teams in setup development for each event
  • Simulation support & analysis of NexGen setup parameters
  • Interpret tire models & deliver tire condition recommendations
  • Driver In Loop (DIL) testing & analysis
  • Optimize suspension systems during 7-Post testing
  • Conduct on track testing, data analysis, & performance reporting
  • Collaborate with Performance Engineers & Race Engineers to develop & refine engineering tools
  • Provide live race support — monitor timing & scoring, track performance trends, and communicate clear, actionable observations to race teams.
  • Develop, standardize, and maintain engineering reports and performance documentation

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Automotive, or related discipline)
  • Minimum 3 years of motorsports experience
  • Strong knowledge of vehicle dynamics, high-performance vehicle physics, and applied engineering mathematics
  • Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines with minimal errors
  • Strong levels of IT skills, including MS Office, Excel, Word, PowerPoint
  • Experience with data analysis software (MoTeC/PiToolbox/Atlas)
  • Familiarity with NASCAR Next Gen platforms, regulations, and operational procedures is an advantage