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ManpowerGroup Tire-Vehicle Performance Engineer II in Santa Clarita, California
Our client, a pinnacle‑level professional motorsports organization , is seeking a Tire‑Vehicle Performance Engineer II to join their team. As a Tire‑Vehicle Performance Engineer II, you will be part of the Race Engineering & Vehicle Performance Department , supporting tire development, vehicle dynamics, simulation, and race operations teams . The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical skills , technical leadership , and the ability to perform effectively under pressure in fast‑paced, competitive environments.
Job Title: Tire-Vehicle Performance Engineer II
Location: Santa Clarita, CA
Pay Range: 43$ - 58$ per hour
What’s the Job?
Optimize race car design and setup configurations through measurement, modeling, and analysis of the tire‑vehicle system
Provide expert guidance to race engineering teams on tire utilization and its impact on overall vehicle performance
Lead development, calibration, and validation of advanced tire models using simulation, rig testing, and real‑world data
Plan and execute tire rig, vehicle test, and Driver‑In‑Loop (DIL) simulator activities
Deliver clear analysis, reporting, and actionable performance insights to support holistic vehicle optimization
What’s Needed?
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with 3+ years of experience in professional motorsports
Proven expertise in vehicle dynamics simulation, tire and chassis systems, and limit‑handling performance
Strong proficiency in MATLAB, Python, statistical analysis, and machine learning for non‑linear regression
Experience with tire model development, simulation correlation, and design of experiments (DOE)
Demonstrated ability to lead technical projects and communicate complex concepts clearly across teams
What’s in it for me?
Direct influence on on‑track vehicle performance and race outcomes
Hands‑on involvement in tire modeling, testing, and simulation environments
Collaborative role working with manufacturers, consultants, and software engineers
Opportunity to grow technically and professionally in a high‑performance motorsports organization
Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:
Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
Dental Plan
Vision Plan
Health Savings Account
Health Flexible Spending Account
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Supplemental Life Insurance
Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
Business Travel Insurance
401(k), Plus Match
Weekly Pay
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