Be an essential part of Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing as an IMSA Mechanic, responsible for preparing and maintaining our race cars to ensure they’re ready for peak performance at each event. This role is ideal for those with a passion for motorsports who enjoy hands-on work and take pride in meticulous attention to detail. 

 RESPONSIBILITIES:  

Safety: 

• Prioritize a “Safety First” approach in all tasks and projects. 
• Ensure all work performed on cars is thoroughly completed and meets safety standards before releasing the vehicle to the track.  

Procedures and Car Build: 

• Adhere to Dallara and RLL procedures, ensuring cars are built to specification and meet organizational standards. 
• Understand and accurately follow setup and build sheets to achieve precise vehicle assembly.   

Wok Area Maintenance 

• Maintain a clean and organized workspace daily, both in shop and at the track.  
• Conduct in-depth clean-ups of the designated area on a weekly basis.  

Reporting and Team Collaboration: 

• Folow the reporting and supervisory structure as outlined in the department organization chart.  
• Assist with loading and unlading vehicles, managing spares, setting up and tearing down the garage and tent areas. 
• Work in conjunction with mechanics and the rest of the team, to ensure completion and security of work done on cars. 
• Understand chassis setup and stay current with the sanctioning body rule book. 
• Fulfill additional responsibilities that are related to the job. 

 SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Complete racecar tasks under the direction of the Chief Mechanic, meeting all deadlines.   
• Install and maintain motor installation, gearbox installation, driveshaft-suspension maintenance, cooling system, fuel system, completion, and security of all ancillary systems on the car.   
• Uphold RLL procedures to ensure car preparation and appearance meet RLL standards. 
• Adhere to RLL purchasing procedures in securing supplies and parts for racecar preparation. 
• Work collaboratively to ensure all cars are prepared uniformly across the team. 
• Maintain a personal supply of tools as needed for assigned duties. 
• Oversee any work done to car by mechanics or any other team member. 

Job Knowledge: 

• Possess advanced knowledge of racecar setup, quality standards, and sanctioning body regulations. 
• Proficient in using tools and equipment, including hand tools, set up pad tools, Magnaflux machine, Zyglo machine, tape measure, calipers, and micrometers. 
• Use of basic metal & machine tools such as hand drills, drill presses, grinders, punch(s), sanders, lathe, mill, welder, band saw, press. 

Travel: 

• Be able to travel to all races, tests, and other scheduled events as dictated by the team’s calendar. 

PERKS 

• Competitive salary 
• Full Medical and Ancillary benefits  
• On-site Human Performance Center and personal trainer 
• Race day perks and cool events 

Joining Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing means stepping into a fast-paced, high-energy environment where every day is about pushing boundaries and achieving excellence. You’ll be part of a close-knit team that’s dedicated to innovation, teamwork, and the thrill of racing.