What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tire-Vehicle Performance Engineer II position at Experis?
Our client, a pinnacle‑level professional motorsports organization, is seeking a Tire‑Vehicle Performance Engineer II to join their team. As a Tire‑Vehicle Performance Engineer II, you will be part of the Race Engineering & Vehicle Performance Department, supporting tire development, vehicle dynamics, simulation, and race operations teams. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical skills, technical leadership, and the ability to perform effectively under pressure in fast‑paced, competitive environments.
Job Title: Tire-Vehicle Performance Engineer II
Location: Santa Clarita, CA
Pay Range: 43$ - 58$ per hour
What’s the Job?
About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of:Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells
ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.
Job Title: Tire-Vehicle Performance Engineer II
Location: Santa Clarita, CA
Pay Range: 43$ - 58$ per hour
What’s the Job?
- Optimize race car design and setup configurations through measurement, modeling, and analysis of the tire‑vehicle system
- Provide expert guidance to race engineering teams on tire utilization and its impact on overall vehicle performance
- Lead development, calibration, and validation of advanced tire models using simulation, rig testing, and real‑world data
- Plan and execute tire rig, vehicle test, and Driver‑In‑Loop (DIL) simulator activities
- Deliver clear analysis, reporting, and actionable performance insights to support holistic vehicle optimization
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with 3 years of experience in professional motorsports
- Proven expertise in vehicle dynamics simulation, tire and chassis systems, and limit‑handling performance
- Strong proficiency in MATLAB, Python, statistical analysis, and machine learning for non‑linear regression
- Experience with tire model development, simulation correlation, and design of experiments (DOE)
- Demonstrated ability to lead technical projects and communicate complex concepts clearly across teams
- Direct influence on on‑track vehicle performance and race outcomes
- Hands‑on involvement in tire modeling, testing, and simulation environments
- Collaborative role working with manufacturers, consultants, and software engineers
- Opportunity to grow technically and professionally in a high‑performance motorsports organization
- Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
- Dental Plan
- Vision Plan
- Health Savings Account
- Health Flexible Spending Account
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
- Business Travel Insurance
- 401(k), Plus Match
- Weekly Pay
About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of:Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells
ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.