Technical Inspector III

Company Overview

The National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing, Inc. (NASCAR) is the sanctioning body for the No. 1 form of motorsports in the United States. NASCAR consists of three national series (Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series™, NASCAR XFINITY Series™, and NASCAR Gander Outdoors Truck Series™), four regional series, one local grassroots series and three international series. NASCAR is a company driven by technology and innovation, both of which are central to competition and are at the core of our sport.  The sport’s impact is demonstrated with a strong corporate and media footprint. Based in Daytona Beach, Fla., with offices in eight cities across North America, NASCAR sanctions more than 1,200 races in more than 30 U.S. states, Canada, Mexico and Europe. For more information visit http://www.NASCAR.com and http://www.IMSA.com, and follow NASCAR on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Snapchat (‘NASCAR’). 

Job Description

NASCAR Event Management is seeking a seasoned professional to assume the role of Technical Inspector III supporting the Cup Series.

The primary responsibility for this position is to manage the vehicle inspection process to assure compliance with series guidelines for competitors, and officiate race events by analyzing pit stops from the Pro-Trailer and to direct competitors on the proper procedures for participation in practice, qualifying and the race, and to assess the need for, and develop recommendations for improvements to the process and the guidelines.

We are strongly considering candidates with extensive experience. Examples of such are:

  • Technical associate and member of a race team
  • Collaborated with race teams as an official of the event/venue
  • Strong car mechanics acumen
  • Ability to effectively build and disassemble all aspects of a car to properly inspect and assure compliance
  • Ability to be the subject matter expert and point-of-contact when it comes to officiating and making race day decisions
  • Overall deep knowledge of cars and the sport
  • Can work effectively on a team and lead by example

Principal Responsibilities include:

  • Manage the Inspection process for engine tear down at the R&D Center and provide direction regarding compliance while using judgement to determine compliance of new and unique vehicle configurations.
  • Analyze Data from the Incident Data Recorders to discern abnormalities and root causes and develop and implement recommendations for improvements.
  • Manage the Chassis Inspection at the R&D Center and provide direction regarding compliance while using judgement to determine compliance of new and unique vehicle configurations.
  • Manage the Operations of the Optical Scanning Station and analyze data to provide direction regarding compliance while using judgement to determine compliance of new and unique vehicle configurations.
  • Manage the set up for technical equipment and operations including proper calibration, maintenance and future planning of inspection procedures.
  • Manage inspection of each race vehicle to make sure the vehicles are following the NASCAR Rule Book while using judgement regarding compliance for vehicles with new and unique configurations, but not limited to Engines, Drive-Line, Chassis, Body, and Safety and provide direction regarding compliance.
  • Analyze pit stops from Pro-Trailer during race events and use judgment to determine compliance with NASCAR Rule Book in new and unique situations.
  • Officiate the race on Pit Road or in other locations using applicable technology to determine compliance with NASCAR Rule Book in new and unique situations.
  • Manage and apply the appropriate procedures during practice, qualifying and the race including pit road and other race assignments in a consistent, timely, authoritative, and professional manner.
  • Assist with development of the annual rule book by applying knowledge and expertise.
  • Responsible for the documentation and reports on all inspections using the Mobile Inspection Application.
  • Visit Competitors race shops when requested to provide consultation regarding compliance.
  • Visit equipment/parts manufactures when requested to provide consultation regarding compliance.
  • As requested, provide Roamer arm help, or help with any race equipment that has been impounded for further evaluation.
  • Responsible for reporting all conflicts, procedure changes, etc. to Series Director or Technical Manager.
  • Evaluate and recommend procedural improvements to Inspection Process.
  • Responsible for maintaining and keeping service records for company vehicles and equipment as required.
  • Handle complex issues appropriately in garage and pit areas and oversee various garage observations / inspections as requested by the Series Director or Technical Lead.

Qualification include the following:

  • Employees designated as a Technical Inspector III must reside within a reasonable driving distance of the NASCAR R&D Center in Concord, NC in order to fulfill job responsibilities
  • 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.
  • Strong customer service skills