Part-Time, Official (IMSA Engineering Support)

About the International Motor Sports Association (IMSA):

The International Motor Sports Association, LLC (IMSA) was originally founded in 1969 and owns a long and rich history in sports car racing. Today, IMSA is the sanctioning body of the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, the premier sports car racing series in North America. IMSA also sanctions the IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge, IMSA VP Racing SportsCar Challenge and Historic Sportscar Racing, as well as five one-make series: Ferrari Challenge North America, Lamborghini Super Trofeo North America, Mazda MX-5 Cup, Mustang Challenge and Porsche Carrera Cup North America. IMSA – a company within the NASCAR family – is the exclusive strategic partner in North America with the Automobile Club de l’Ouest (ACO) which operates the 24 Hours of Le Mans as a part of the FIA World Endurance Championship. The partnership enables selected IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship competitors to earn automatic entries into the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans. For more information please visit www.IMSA.com, www.twitter.com/IMSA, www.facebook.com/IMSA or www.instagram.com/imsa_racing.

Job Description

Job Title:               Part-Time Official (IMSA Engineering Support)

Department:          Competition

FLSA Status:         Non-Exempt

Prepared Date:      September 30, 2024

Reviewed Date:      September 30, 2024

SUMMARY:

This person is responsible for supporting engineering tasks and at-track scrutineering electronics, telemetry, and data systems across multiple series and classes.  Support of development and integration of data acquisition systems, in-car marshalling systems, timing systems.  Works closely with IMSA Engineers, race teams, and suppliers to ensure system functionality and operational compliance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.

• Troubleshooting and diagnosis of series-specific electronics, telemetry, and data acquisition systems.
• Interfaces directly with teams and suppliers for all IMSA Series on data systems, telemetry, and electronics.
• Organizes setup, configuration, and operation of trackside engineering infrastructure.
• Manages collection, organization, and internal distribution of logged data.
• Other duties as assigned.

Other responsibilities may include:

• Solid troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Minimum of two (2) years of motorsports experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Position is safety sensitive and participates in the corporate Substance Abuse Program (SAP).
• Professional motorsports experience preferred.
• Professional experience with motorsports data acquisition.
• Understanding of vehicle systems and control systems.
• Skilled with Excel, vehicle data interpreter platforms, and data logging configurators. 
• Experienced with both Controller Area Network (CAN) and IT network technologies.
• Strong work ethic, unquestionable integrity, and commitment to excellence.
• Adept at multitasking and project management.
• Drive for the highest quality work.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. 
• Proficient in all Company-provided hardware and software. 

Approximate travel 90%.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None.

QUALIFICATIONS 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.  Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients,