Race Engineer - F1® / Hypercar private testing and events

Race Engineer - F1® / Hypercar private testing and events

Location: Brackley, UK
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Engineering
Start Date: ASAP

Garage 59 is a championship-winning racing team but it is also much more than that. Alongside our race programmes, we manage and maintain an extraordinary collection of exclusive road and race vehicles, from iconic Formula 1® cars to rare supercars and breathtaking bespoke creations. In all of our endeavours, we are dedicated to performance, precision, and automotive excellence at the very highest level.

We have entered a new, exciting phase of growth and expansion, scaling up our operations and technical capabilities to meet increasing demand and prepare for future race programmes. Centred on our state-of-the-art Technical Centre in Brackley, in the heart of the UK's Motorsport Valley, but also at our North American base on the East Coast of the US, we are building a team that reflects our ambitions.

We are now looking for people with a winning mindset and passion for technical excellence to help us shape the next chapter of Garage 59.

We’re looking for a highly skilled Race Engineer to lead the performance and setup direction of our fleet of high-performance vehicles—with a primary focus on modern and historic Formula 1® cars and cutting-edge hypercars. You’ll also support our GT3 race program as needed, contributing to a diverse and technically advanced engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead engineering support for private test days, high-performance events, and simulator sessions focused on F1® and hypercar platforms.
• Analyse telemetry, performance data, and driver feedback to optimise vehicle setup, handling, and strategy.
• Collaborate with drivers, performance engineers, and technical staff to deliver peak performance across a range of vehicle types.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of vehicle systems, performance tools, and data workflows.
• Maintain detailed documentation of setups, run plans, and post-session reports for both motorsport and high-end vehicles.
• Support logistical planning and technical preparation for international events, including private track days and demonstration runs.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in Formula 1®, GT3, WEC, or other top-tier motorsport environments.
• Strong understanding of vehicle dynamics, data analysis, and race strategy.
• Proficiency in tools such as ATLAS, MATLAB, MoTeC, or similar.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills under pressure.
• Willingness to travel extensively and work flexible hours.
• Engineering degree or equivalent experience.

Why Join Garage 59?

• Work with championship-winning drivers and cutting-edge GT3 machinery.
• Be part of a growing team with a clear vision and strong technical leadership.
• Engage with a unique mix of motorsport and luxury automotive engineering.
• Competitive salary and travel opportunities.
• A collaborative, driven, and supportive team culture.

Closing Date: 5th October 2025