Junior Mechanic - NASCAR

Job Description

Team Penske is seeking a Junior Mechanic to join the Underbody Group, with a primary focus on gathering, inspecting, preparing, and staging parts for race car assembly. This role is responsible for ensuring underbody panels, hardware, tools, and materials are properly prepared and ready for installation while supporting the accurate fitment and setup of race car underbody components.

The Junior Mechanic will inspect and measure parts, make basic fitment adjustments, and assist with underbody panel installation and measurement processes. The position will also have opportunities to learn precision measurement and scanning equipment while working closely with the aero and competition groups.

The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable performing repetitive, precision-focused work in a fast-paced racing environment.

Responsibilities

- Identify, gather, and stage underbody panels, hardware, fasteners, tools, and materials needed for assembly and installation. - Inspect parts for condition, accuracy, and readiness for use, identifying and reporting damage, discrepancies, or fitment concerns. - Measure and document parts and components according to established procedures and team specifications. - Prepare, test-fit, and make basic adjustments to underbody panels and related components prior to installation. - Ensure required parts and materials are organized and readily available to support efficient workflow within the Underbody Group. - Assist with the setup and installation of race car underbody panels once parts preparation is complete. - Learn to use precision measurement equipment, including laser scanners and CMMs, for measurement and documentation. - Assist with comparing measurements to established specifications or CAD models and communicate discrepancies to appropriate team members. - Follow and document established procedures to promote consistency, repeatability, and quality throughout the preparation and installation process. - Support continuous improvement efforts related to parts preparation, organization, fitment, fabrication accuracy, and quality control. - Collaborate with Underbody, Aero, Competition, and other team members as needed to support vehicle preparation. - Maintain an organized and clean work area and gather additional parts, tools, or supplies as needed. - Adhere to Team Penske safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

- Basic mechanical aptitude and familiarity with common hand tools and fabrication techniques. - Strong attention to detail and ability to consistently follow established procedures. - Ability to inspect, measure, organize, and prepare parts accurately. - Interest in learning precision measurement and metrology equipment such as portable CMMs and laser/light scanning systems. - Basic computer skills for accessing instructions, documenting work, and communicating. - Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a team. - Ability to communicate clearly and maintain accuracy while working under deadline pressure. - Willingness to learn, receive constructive feedback, and apply it. - Previous experience in motorsports, automotive, fabrication, manufacturing, or a similar hands-on environment is preferred.