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Engine Builder / Mechanic

Santa Clarita, CA 91355

Posted: 02/02/2026 Employment Type: Contract Industry: Automotive/Motorsport Job Number: 86348

Job Description

Engine Builder / Automotive Mechanic - Motorsports Industry Leader

Location: Santa Clarita, CA
Hourly Rate: $25 - $35 DOE

Overview
A premier motorsports industry leader is seeking a skilled Engine Builder / Automotive Mechanic to support the assembly, maintenance, and optimization of high‑performance racing vehicles and hybrid systems. This role involves building and rebuilding client chassis/vehicles, performing detailed inspections, ensuring quality control, and contributing to peak race‑car performance, reliability, and drivability.

You will also support teardown, inspection, precision measurement of components, and assist in mentoring new team members in proper build procedures and best practices.

Key Responsibilities
  • Vehicle & Chassis Assembly: Build and rebuild racing chassis, vehicles, and hybrid systems, including sub‑assemblies and final assemblies.
  • Quality Control: Perform detailed inspections on components, document findings, and support corrective action planning.
  • Teardown & Inspection: Conduct teardown, inspection, and precise measurement of engine and chassis components.
  • Final Fitting & Integration: Carry out final fitting of new or rebuilt parts to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
  • Training & Mentorship: Train new associates in correct procedures, build methods, and quality standards.
  • Performance Support: Assist in identifying and resolving chassis/vehicle faults to improve drivability and race‑ready performance.
  • Documentation: Maintain accurate records of inspections, measurements, build notes, and component conditions.

Job Requirements

Required Experience (3–5 Years)
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Hands‑on experience focused on automotive and/or heavy equipment maintenance and repair.
  • Training in Automotive Mechanics, Automotive Technology, or a related field—or certification from a post‑secondary vocational program—is a plus.

Skills & Qualifications
  • Proven ability to perform complex repairs across a wide range of automotive systems.
  • Strong diagnostic capabilities and accuracy in identifying mechanical issues.
  • Ability to read and interpret: 
    • Technical repair manuals
    • Circuit diagrams
    • Blueprints
    • Technical drawings and shop prints
    • Mechanical curve charts
  • Ability to work from written or verbal instructions—or independently from your own diagnosis.
  • Capable of organizing and planning the work of others when needed.
  • Strong communication abilities, including reading, writing, and speaking English effectively for technical tasks and teamwork.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, initiative, and sound judgment.
  • Physical strength, agility, and endurance appropriate for the position's demands.
 
Apply now to join a team where engineering excellence and racing performance go hand in hand.


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