Strategy Engineer - Formula E, Liverpool

Client: ABT Sportsline

Location: Liverpool, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 1

Posted: 06.08.2025

Expiry Date: 20.09.2025

Job Description

Strategy Engineer

Location: Kempten, Germany (with travel to race/test events)

Contract Type: Full-time

Discipline: Data & Strategy Engineering

Experience Level: 1–3 years

Start Date: As soon as possible

About the Role

The Lola Yamaha ABT Formula E Team competes in the FIA Formula E World Championship, combining Lola Cars' motorsport heritage, Yamaha’s technology, and ABT Sportsline’s expertise. We are seeking a Strategy Engineer to join our performance team, focusing on simulation, real-time analysis, and strategic decision-making to enhance our competitiveness during the season.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare race strategies via simulations, analysis, and reporting.
• Provide live support during races, including plan updates, competitor tracking, and decision-making.
• Conduct post-event data analysis and prepare review documentation.
• Develop and maintain internal analysis and decision-support tools.
• Own and improve in-event race strategy tools.

Candidate Profile

Must-Have:

• Proficiency in Python.
• Experience with version control (preferably Git).
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with car data analysis (MAT ATLAS preferred).
• Knowledge of FIA Sporting Regulations.
• Calm, analytical mindset with quick decision-making in high-pressure environments.
• At least 1 year of experience in high-level motorsport, ideally in a strategy role.

Nice to Have:

• Experience with data science libraries: Pandas, SciPy, Scikit-learn, Matplotlib.
• Knowledge of Formula E energy management systems.
• Experience with One Timing.

Education & Background

• Degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Electrical, Motorsport Engineering, or related field.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive, self-driven, and committed to performance improvement.

What We Offer

• A dynamic and ambitious racing environment.
• Involvement in one of motorsport’s most innovative series.
• Opportunity to influence strategic decisions within a Formula E race team.