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Hendrick Motorsports · 2 months ago

Performance Engineering Intern

Hendrick Mill, AL

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Hendrick Motorsports is a leading NASCAR Motorsports operation, currently seeking a highly motivated engineering student or recent graduate for a Performance Engineering Internship. The intern will support lab testing, data acquisition, and race team activities, while developing skills in vehicle dynamics and data analysis.

MotorsportsSports

Culture & Values

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lab Testing

• 7-Post Test set up and support including instrumentation placement and recalibration, operation and data processing, data analysis, record setup changes on database, preventive maintenance as needed

• Ride Rate Rig testing including car installation and removal, full rig test operation, assistance to Race Engineers and Mechanics, setup and preparation of various compliance tests

• Offsite Testing Rigs including assistance with planning and preparation for test sessions aside of attendance to help with setup and changes

• General Lab maintenance and up keep

Data Acquisition

• Construction of Data Build Sheet, basic system setup and test support as needed

Race Team Support

• Creation of basic tools to support race day activities

• Assist with Pre and Post Event Reports

• Support race day team activities

Qualification

Vehicle dynamics softwareSimulation toolsData analysis softwareMechanical aptitudeAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsProblem solvingDetail orientedPresentation skillsWorking under pressure

Required

Working towards or completion of an Engineering Bachelor's Degree (four-year college or technical school)

Proficiency in popular vehicle dynamics software and experience using simulation tools for dynamic systems investigation, implementation and verification are required (Simulink/MATLAB, PME VES)

Data analysis software to analyze systems response (Pi Toolbox, Motec)

Proficient PC Skills, including but not limited to Excel, PowerPoint, and database management

Minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.8

Be legally authorized to work in the United States

Duration: 6-12 months

Work Schedule: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM M-F typical with some overtime and weekends possible

Ability to understand and use machines or lab tools

Perform work accurately and thoroughly

Possess critical thinking and reasoning skills to solve a problem

Demonstrates an ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely and explain and sell solutions to internal customers

Ability to think in terms of abstract ideas

Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems

Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task

Ability to work at a sustained pace and produce quality work

Ability to be truthful and be credible in the workplace

Ability to effectively present information publicly

Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems

Responsible for producing quality, to specification work

Demonstrates being dependable and trustworthy

Has the ability to be held accountable or answerable for one's conduct or actions

Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations

Self-motivation and the ability to work in a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment

Work quickly and efficiently on a tight schedule with little technical guidance

Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills

Company

Hendrick Motorsports

Hendrick Motorsports NASCAR Racing Team

Founded in 1984

Charlotte, North Carolina, USA

501-1000 employees

http://www.hendrickmotorsports.com

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