Workshop Based Mechanic
Terms: Full-Time
Special Requirements: Position will be Workshop based but applicant should be prepared to travel if needed.
Job Location: Indianapolis, IN.
Job Description
The Workshop Based Mechanic has a variety of roles and responsibilities that range from race preparation to subassembly and gearbox development. They will have involvement with preparation, upkeep, and organization of the race cars and their components ensuring the cars are in optimal condition when being loaded for transportation to races, practice sessions or tests. They will be involved with Pit Stop training, engineering projects as well as 7 post / auxiliary testing.
Essential Responsibilities
Maintenance & Parts Responsibilities:
1) Car Maintenance:
a) Inspection and Servicing: The Car Chief will thoroughly inspect the cars and components when they return to the shop after races and practice sessions. He will check for wear and tear, damage, and any parts that may need replacement and the Workshop Based Mechanic will proceed with the labor.
b) Repair Work: If the car has suffered any damage during a race or testing, the Workshop Based Mechanic will assist in repairing it. This can involve anything from fixing bodywork to addressing mechanical or suspension issues as determined by the Car Chief.
2) Parts Management:
a) Inventory Control: Manages an inventory of spare parts. Keeping an accurate stock is critical to ensure they have the necessary parts ready for both planned work and emergency repairs.
b) Part Fabrication: Sometimes the fabrication of custom parts is required in-house to suit the car's specific needs. They may be involved in machining or assembling these components.
c) Ordering and Logistics: Orders replacement parts and handles logistics to ensure they are stocked before the race weekends. This must be done in accordance with the Purchasing Policy.
3) Transport Preparation:
a) Packing and Loading: Before heading to the track, the Workshop Based Mechanic will pack all the necessary equipment, tools, and spare parts for transport to the race location. Everything needs to be organized to ensure the team can respond quickly to any situation at the track.
b) Support at the Track: While their work is primarily done at the shop, sometimes the Workshop Based Mechanic will travel with the team to the race. They provide support for any on-the-spot repairs or part replacements needed during the event.
4) Post-Race Work:
a) Teardown and Inspection: After each race, the Workshop Based Mechanic may disassemble key parts of the car to inspect them for any damage or stress. They help the team avoid unexpected failures in future races.
Fabrication Responsibilities:
5) Metallic & Composite material Fabrication:
a) Produce, modify and repair components as required by the team to ensure detail, accuracy and repeatability.
i) Fabricate and weld components in aluminum, steel and other motorsport-grade materials.
ii) Produce brackets, fixtures, mounts and other garage needs to meet engineering requirements.
iii) Repair cracked or damaged components timely and to ensure structural.
Subassembly Responsibilities:
6) Upright Assembly and Maintenance:
a) The technician is responsible for assembling the upright units, which include hubs, wheel bearings, brake mounting points, and sometimes parts of the suspension. This involves working with precision to ensure all parts fit and operate within tight tolerances.
b) Inspection and wear analysis: Uprights undergo significant stress, so regular inspections for cracks, wear, or damage is essential. This includes using specialized tools, such as non-destructive testing (NDT), to check for issues that could lead to failures.
c) Rebuilding and repairing uprights: After races or testing sessions, the technician must strip down, clean, inspect, and rebuild the uprights, replacing any worn or damaged components as necessary.
7) Subassembly Technician Responsibilities:
a) Assembly of other key subassemblies: This can include parts such as the suspension, gearbox internals, steering mechanisms, and braking systems. The technician ensures these are properly assembled, tested, and ready for installation.
b) Precision fitting and balancing: They often have to balance or align components to ensure minimal friction, wear, and optimal performance.
8) Pre-Race and Post-Race Responsibilities:
a) Pre-race preparation: The technician ensures that all upright and subassembly components are race-ready. This includes pre-race inspections, assembling fresh components, and coordinating with other departments to make sure everything is ready for installation.
b) Post-race teardown and analysis: After the race, they dismantle components, clean, and inspect them for any damage or wear from the race conditions. They prepare parts for the next event or recommend replacements where necessary.
9) Communication and Collaboration:
a) Collaboration with engineers and race mechanics: Works closely with race engineers to ensure the uprights and subassemblies meet performance requirements, and with mechanics to install and check the fitment of these components.
b) Coordination with the suspension department: Given that uprights are part of the suspension system, this role involves frequent coordination with the suspension engineers to optimize handling and setup for various tracks.
c) Real-time problem-solving: During race weekends, the technician may be called upon to fix any last-minute issues with uprights or subassemblies and support quick repairs.
10) Performance and Reliability Optimization:
a) Focus on reducing weight and increasing strength: Given the critical nature of uprights, the technician works to ensure that they are as light as possible without compromising strength and durability.
b) Optimization of components for handling: As part of the suspension system, uprights play a key role in the car’s handling. The technician ensures they are correctly aligned and functioning, impacting factors such as camber, caster, and toe.
11) Safety and Compliance:
a) Compliance with technical regulations: All work must comply with IndyCar technical regulations. This means ensuring that uprights and other subassemblies meet dimensional, weight, and material standards.
b) Safety checks: Uprights are critical for car safety, as they are directly responsible for holding the wheel and braking system in place. Any failure here can lead to dangerous situations, so meticulous safety checks are mandatory.
Other Responsibilities:
12) Testing
a) Assist with testing as required.
13) Other
a) Ad hoc tasks as assigned by the Crew Chief, Team Manager or Team Principal (or their designees).
Required Qualifications
· Motorsport experience required
· Strong understanding of the procurement process, including sourcing, negotiation, and supplier management.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to manage relationships with suppliers and contractors.
· Highly organized with strong time management skills, capable of meeting tight deadlines in high-pressure environments.
· Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
· Proactive, collaborative, and innovative mindset.
Our Values
Embracing our shared values defines our identity as forward-thinkers at JHR. You embody the essence of accessibility, inclusivity, and humility (Rock the Compassion). You possess a keen awareness of our world, nurturing a proactive spirit to foster positive change (Show heart and hustle). Honesty, trustworthiness, and authenticity are your hallmarks (Champion Integrity). With ambition, agility, and a penchant for innovation, you pave the way for the unique JHR approach (Chart the Uncharted). Recognizing that unity propels us farther, you prioritize the JHR family (Family Comes First).
We invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity at Juncos Hollinger Racing. Join us in shaping the future of racing and be a part of a dynamic team that embodies our core values. To apply, please send us your resume.
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