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The Lola Yamaha ABT Formula E Team competes in the FIA Formula E World Championship, uniting Lola Cars' legendary motorsport heritage, Yamaha’s cutting-edge technology, and the racing expertise of ABT Sportsline.
We are looking for a Junior Performance Engineer to support our growing performance team. This role is ideal for a driven and analytical young engineer who is eager to grow into a trackside performance role. You will work across simulation, Mission Control operations, and tool development, with a clear progression path toward future trackside responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
* Support simulator sessions and live race operations (starting in Mission Control).
* Analyse simulation, simulator, and car data to provide performance recommendations.
* Assist senior engineers during race events through real-time analysis and performance feedback.
* Help develop and maintain performance tools using Python, MATLAB, VBA, or similar.
* Present clear, data-driven insights to the engineering group.
What We Offer
* A dynamic learning environment within a leading Formula E team.
* Daily exposure to high-level performance engineering and real-world motorsport data.
* A clear development plan toward a future trackside performance engineering role.
* Be part of one of the most innovative racing series in the world.
Profil
Discipline: Performance Engineering
Experience Level: 1–2 years
Education Level: Degree
Location: Kempten, Germany (initially Mission Control-based with evolution toward trackside)
Required:
* Minimum 1 year of experience in performance engineering in motorsport (e.g., F2, F3, or equivalent).
* Solid knowledge of vehicle dynamics and motorsport engineering principles.
* Strong analytical approach and attention to detail.
* Proficient in motorsport data tools – ideally ATLAS.
* Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Nice to Have:
* Experience with simulation environments like Canopy.
* Programming skills in Python, MATLAB, or VBA.
Education & Background
* Degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Electrical, or Motorsport Engineering or a related technical discipline.
* Proactive, curious, and ready to take initiative.
* Strong desire to learn and grow into a more senior engineering position.