Systems Engineer

Arrow McLaren is McLaren Racing’s IndyCar team, located in Indianapolis at its new McLaren Racing Center headquarters on the northwest side of the city. By joining our team, you’ll be part of an exhilarating racing program that aims to set the standard for high performance in sport. Our behaviors define what matters most to us:

One Team – Embrace the Quest – No Dilution – Be Comfortable with the Uncomfortable – Never Stand Still – Go Again – Sweep the Floor

Every day, we want members of this team to come to work with a simple goal in mind: Build better race cars and develop better ways to go racing. Focus on the process, enjoy the process of continual improvement and the results will take care of themselves.

 

Purpose of the Role:

As a Systems Engineer, you will join a passionate crew that will service and maintain our IndyCar for a high-performance, high-speed experience on the track. The right candidate will have a motorsport maintenance background, preferably with IndyCar (ideal), and will be self-motivated and be able to work in a fast-paced environment. This position will work creatively in a team atmosphere while adhering to tight deadlines and remaining calm in high pressure situations.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Maintain and troubleshoot all electronic systems to ensure accurate and repeatable data collection at the track.
• Work with vendors to select and integrate sensors for on-car and test rig applications.
• Build and maintain timing stands and trackside equipment.
• Design and build test fixtures to support overall vehicle performance.
• Design and layout circuit boards for test and pit equipment.
• Support the Systems Engineering group with car setup and calibration.
• Assist in the setup and maintenance of timing stands and other trackside equipment.
• Develop and maintain trackside tools to aid in car calibration and race performance.
• Assist in the setup and operation of 2-way radio communication systems.
• Manage fuel economy during race weekends, using collected data to determine fuel consumption and provide pit windows to the race strategist.
• Participate in engineering meetings, race debriefs, and test reviews to identify development opportunities.
• Follow technical specifications outlined by technical bulletins and team car build requirements.
• Travel to all races and tests when required.

Required Experience:

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (Electrical Engineering preferred). Minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Motorsports engineering background preferred but not required (IndyCar, NASCAR, IMSA, WEC, or F1 experience a plus).
• Strong knowledge of circuit design, diagnostics, and layout.
• Familiarity with basic circuit wiring.
• Extensive knowledge of data acquisition, data analysis, and statistical analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement.
• Coding experience recommended.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience with data acquisition systems (Cosworth, CAN communication).
• Experience with Arduino, Raspberry Pi, or similar systems.
• Proficiency with MATLAB, LabVIEW, and CAD software (NX, CATIA, Pro/ENGINEER, SolidWorks).
• Experience with 2-way radio communication systems.
• Motorsport wiring experience.
• SharePoint knowledge.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; Power BI experience desired.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Total Rewards:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Voluntary life, short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Annual bonus opportunity
• Competitive paid time off and company holidays
• Employee wellbeing resources and programs
• Company discounts, including kit apparel

 

Arrow McLaren is committed to equal employment opportunity. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability, ethnicity, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.