Specialized Technician for High-Performance Sports and Race Vehicles

About the Role: We are on the lookout for a passionate and skilled Specialized Technician to join our ambitious team. This exciting full-time role is ideal for a hands-on individual who thrives in the high-energy world of racing and embraces the challenges of autonomous vehicle technology. Your expertise will directly impact our performance on the track and the evolution of autonomous motorsports. The role will be based in Sint-Truiden, Belgium but will include frequent international travel to provide support during testing sessions and competitive racing events. As a result, flexibility around the work schedule is required, including your occasional availability on evenings and in weekends.

Key Responsibilities:

• Vehicle Management: Lead the setup, maintenance, and track-side operations of elite autonomous race cars and high-performance electric vehicles.
• Mechanical Excellence: Execute precise mechanical maintenance tasks including detailed disassembly, inspection, optimization, and reassembly, ensuring peak performance and safety standards.
• Dynamic Track Operations: Actively manage vehicle operations during live track sessions, handling pit stops, fueling strategies, and real-time setup adjustments.
• Logistics Coordination: Efficiently oversee vehicle transport logistics across Europe and to international racing events, collaborating closely with the Technical Director.
• Workshop Leadership: Maintain an organized, efficient, and state-of-the-art workshop environment for vehicle preparation and maintenance.
• Safety Stewardship: Ensure strict adherence to track safety regulations, including understanding flag protocols and emergency procedures.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Mechanical Mastery: Comprehensive knowledge of high-performance vehicle systems, suspension tuning, tire management, and performance optimization.
• Electronics Competency: Foundational knowledge of advanced electronic systems such as steer-by-wire and brake-by-wire technologies, with experience in MoTeC systems.
• Motorsport Experience: Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience within a professional racing environment, demonstrating capability and understanding of motorsport’s unique dynamics.
• Technical Qualification: Technical diploma or equivalent certification in automotive, mechanical engineering, or a closely related field.
• Adaptable Mindset: Keen interest and openness to learning about autonomous driving technologies, and eager to innovate within both sportscar and racing environments.
• Collaborative Spirit: Strong team player with excellent communication skills, ready to tackle complex challenges collaboratively.
• Valid Drivers License

If you are driven by innovation, thrilled by speed, and ready to shape the future of autonomous racing, we encourage you to become part of the AIDOPTATION team!