Race Engineer
Core
Translate elite athlete feedback, race data, and performance analysis into actionable engineering requirements to shape future Specialized cycling products.
Role type
Senior IC race engineer (cycling)
Builds
Production road and mountain bike components and systems for elite racing
Domain
Competitive cycling, aerodynamics, biomechanics, product development
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Mechanical engineering, CAD design, rapid prototyping, wind tunnel testing, velodrome testing, data analysis, aerodynamic measurement, biomechanics, product validation, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
Mountain bike experience, simulation modeling, supplier management, European/North American cultural fluency
Technologies
CAD, rapid prototyping tools, wind tunnel, velodrome, simulation software
Responsibilities
Serve as primary engineering liaison between product teams, athletes, and race programs; translate rider feedback and race scenarios into structured product requirements; define and execute validation programs and testing protocols; design and prototype solutions for race environments; lead engineering support at races, training camps, and testing sessions.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
