Fuel Manager

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Join the FIA and lead the technical and sustainable evolution of energy in motorsport. As a Fuel Manager, you will play a central role in managing fuel regulations, homologation, and supplier relationships, ensuring the highest standards of technical excellence across the world’s leading racing championships.

Working within the R&D department, you will operate in a collaborative and high-stakes environment, coordinating fuel experts, laboratories, and global suppliers to drive the FIA’s fuel strategy and sustainability roadmap.

MISSIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

FUEL COORDINATION & ANALYSIS

  • Coordinate all FIA fuel-related activities to ensure consistency and transversality across the entire championship portfolio.
  • Manage relationships with FIA-approved laboratories to oversee testing, conformity checks, and reporting standards.
  • Lead the Fuel Sampling Database project, ensuring robust data collection, traceability, and documentation in collaboration with the IT department.
  • Maintain the FIA Technical Laboratory List and support National Sporting Authorities (ASNs) with fuel homologation processes.

SUSTAINABLE FUELS & INNOVATION

  • Manage all FIA sustainable fuel activities, including the delivery of sustainability certifications and verification with external entities.
  • Contribute to the long-term fuel sustainability roadmap and ensure compliance with FIA carbon accounting and reporting requirements.
  • Support Hydrogen and alternative fuel supply activities, focusing on technical analysis, fuel specifications, and regulatory alignment.

REGULATORY SUPPORT & SUPPLIER MANAGEMENT

  • Prepare technical documentation and input for Technical Working Groups (TWG) and FIA Commissions.
  • Drive updates to technical regulations, specifically Appendix J (Article 266), to ensure regulatory consistency.
  • Manage technical partnerships and lead the tender process for fuel suppliers across various FIA championships.

PROFILE:

  • Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Energy Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
  • At least 10 years of professional experience in fuel technology within a global fuel provider or a Motorsports engine manufacturer,
  • Proven background in motorsport, automotive, or the fuel supply industry is highly advantageous.
  • Deep understanding of fuel composition, laboratory processes, sustainable fuels, and carbon accounting principles.
  • Familiarity with technical compliance frameworks and experience working within regulatory environments.
  • Exceptional ability to coordinate multiple international stakeholders, including laboratories, suppliers and ASNs.
  • Fluent English (written and spoken) is mandatory

Deadline to apply: April 23rd, 2026

If you are interested in this position, please send your CV and motivation letter in PDF format.

The FIA is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.