By SEMA Editors

Are you hunting for a new job? The SEMA Career Center has a comprehensive listing of automotive-related job openings around the country. Here are some of the latest classifieds posted to the website.

Category Manager: RANDYS Worldwide is seeking a category manager to research, develop and bring to market new products and line extensions. Responsible for working with channel teams, engineering, purchasing, marketing and supply chain to seek out new products and to monetize opportunities for growth. Strong project manager with the ability to bring products from cradle to grave working within a matrixed organization. 

Auto Paint & Body Technician: South Florida's Premier classic and custom car restoration and repair facility is seeking a part- or full-time skilled auto body and paint technician with mechanical ability. We are a family-owned business that has been operating in Broward county, south Florida for more than 50 years. Candidates must be self-motivated, quick-learner, have good communication skills, be organized and able to function in a fast-paced environment.

Freelance Acquisitions Editor: CarTech Inc., a leading publisher of how-to automotive titles for the hardcore enthusiast, is looking for freelance acquisitions editors. This position will be responsible for the acquisition and preparation of manuscripts for publication based on the company's subject area and growth goals.

Mechanical Design Engineer: Kuryakyn is looking for a creative and ambitious Mechanical/Design Engineer to join its product-development team. The successful candidate will be a T-shaped designer with 4–10 years of experience in product development with a high level of Solidworks surfacing skills. Working with our interdisciplinary team, candidates will design and develop complex components for the motorcycle industry. This person will also be an integral part of the engineering team and should be able to evaluate other team members' work to ensure that the product meets manufacturing and engineering standards.

By SEMA Editors

SEMA eNews highlights SEMA-member companies’ websites weekly through the Hot Links to Cool Sites section. SEMA members: To be included in Hot Links to Cool Sites, e-mail your company name and website to enews@sema.org. Note: Make sure to include “Hot Links” in the subject line of the e-mail.

• AVS
• Bowdoin Marketing Inc.
• Bushwacker
• Considine Sales & Marketing
• Foster & Associates
• N.A. Williams Company
• Pro Rep Marketing
• R & R Marketing Consultants
• Smith Smith & Smith
• Tonno Pro

SEMA-member companies have posted several new listings for job opportunities (view all here) in the Classifieds page of SEMA.org. Working for a SEMA-member company has many advantages. In addition to working for a company that supports and contributes to the success of the overall industry, being employed by a SEMA-member company enables employees to participate in webinars, access free market research, join SEMA committees and more.

SEMA-member companies have posted several new listings for job opportunities (view all here) in the Classifieds page of SEMA.org. Working for a SEMA-member company has many advantages. In addition to working for a company that supports and contributes to the success of the overall industry, being employed by a SEMA-member company enables employees to participate in webinars, access free market research, join SEMA committees and more.

Compiled by SEMA Editors

For the Nitto Tire NMRA Spring Break Shootout, ididit Inc. will present Outlaw True Street, a special race category running on Saturday, March 4.

ididit Inc. Outlaw True Street Added to NMRA Spring Break Shootout in Bradenton, Florida

The most recognized Mustang street racers will converge on Bradenton Motorsports Park in Bradenton, Florida, the weekend of March 2-5, 2017, for the Nitto Tire NMRA Spring Break Shootout. ididit Inc., the steering column specialists, will present Outlaw True Street, a special race category that will run on Saturday evening, March 4.  It’s a special street car challenge that will top off a great day of Ford drag racing with a 275/28x10.5 inch tire shootout in “no time" format. For more information on ididit Inc., visit www.ididitinc.com. More information on the NMRA Bradenton, Florida, event is available at www.NMRAdigital.com/FL.

Policaro Automotive Family Launches New Motorsport Division

The Policaro Automotive Family will return to the track once more, this time under the new flag of Policaro Motorsport

The Policaro Automotive Family will bring their leadership and passion to the track once more, this time under the newly minted flag of Policaro Motorsport, which will take to the track alongside their proven partner, Alegra Motorsports. Policaro will enter into the four endurance races of the 2017 IMSA WeatherTech Sportscar Championship at Daytona, Sebring, Watkins Glen and Atlanta. Taking the wheel for the team will be Daniel Morad, Jesse Lazare, Michael Christensen, and 17-year-old Michael de Quesada, who will also be wearing the team colours in the Platinum Class of the Ultra 94 Porsche GT3 Cup Challenge Canada by Yokohama series.

Sports Cars Boutique's SCB Racing will also be fielding a Policaro Motorsport-sponsored vehicle: a BMW M235iR that will be entered in the 2017 Canadian Touring Car Championship in the ST Class. SCB Racing, now in its seventh season, will look to 22-year-old racer and former Formula 1600 and Formula 1600 Super Series National champion, Michael Adams, to lead the team in the #58 BMW.

For more information on the Policaro Motorsport, visit www.policaromotorsport.com.

NHRA Nitro Training to Take Place at Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park

For the second consecutive year, NHRA Nitro Spring Training is headed to Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park in Chandler, Arizona, February 1-4, where fans will have an opportunity to join NHRA’s elite drag racers as they gear up for the 2017 season. Defending champions and rookies will take to the track for the first time in 2017 to prepare for the 24 race NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series season. With a purchase of a one-day ticket to the NHRA Arizona Nationals, February 24–26, fans will be able to attend the test session on Saturday, February 4, for $15. Visit racewildhorse.com.

Rally America has designated VP Racing Fuels as the Official Fuel of the Rally America National Championship through 2019.

Rally America Extends Spec Fuel Agreement With VP Racing Fuels

Officials with Rally America announced an extension of its agreement with VP Racing Fuels designating VP as the Official Fuel of the Rally America National Championship through 2019. Under the agreement, VP will continue to provide technical expertise and fuel delivery for each Rally America national event, with VP’s Rally Max, MS100 and MS109E racing fuels designated as Spec Fuels for Rally America’s Open Class.

2017 Rally America National Championship Schedule

• January 27-28, Sno*Drift Rally - Atlanta, Michigan
• March 17-18, Rally of the 100 Acre Wood - Salem, Missouri
• May 19-20, Southern Ohio Forests Rally – Chillicothe, Ohio
• July 21-22, Rally Colorado – Colorado Springs, Colorado
• August 5, Sno*Drift Rally - Atlanta, Michigan
• August 25-26, Rally Wyoming – Caspar, Wyoming
• October 7, Show-Me Rally – Potosi, Missouri
• October 20-21, Lake Superior Performance Rally - Houghton, Michigan

Both Regional and National rally teams must pre-order VP Rally Max, MS100 or MS109E Racing Fuel from VP’s regional distributors in advance of each round. Pre-ordered fuel will be delivered to teams at all events during a specified delivery time on the same day that Tech inspection occurs.

By SEMA Editors

Project vehicle proposals for Ford's project vehicle program, which includes the Mustang, must be received by February 17, 2017.

Ford Motor Co. has announced its project-vehicle program for 2017. 

2017 Ford Project Vehicle Program

Proposal Submission Deadline: March 1, 2017
Award Recipient Notification Date: by May 1, 2017

All project vehicle requests must be submitted in two parts and meet the following Ford Aftermarket Project Vehicle Program criteria:

Part 1

Email a one-page project summary—must be received by February 17, 2017. Include bullet points for:

• Vehicle/theme
• Vehicle modifications
• New-product development
• Promotional plan
• Vehicle display location at the 2017 SEMA Show

Part 2

Mail a detailed project proposal—must be received by March 1, 2017. Include details supporting the one-page project summary on company letterhead, a color rendering and past project vehicle examples.

Information on Ford vehicles is available at: www.ford.com.

Ford Aftermarket Project Vehicle Program Criteria

Aftermarket companies requesting project vehicles should be:

• A manufacturer or designer/restyler dedicated to supporting new-product development.
• Financially capable and willing to spend promotional dollars.
• Actively promoting the vehicle with their product(s) through an established marketing plan.
• A current SEMA member.

Aftermarket companies receiving project vehicles must:

• Feature the vehicle in a booth at the 2017 SEMA Show in Las Vegas.
• Register and keep the vehicle in your company name during the entire contract period.
• Purchase and maintain $3 million in general liability, $3 million in automotive liability, $1 million in employer liability and demonstrate worker's compensation coverage. An umbrella policy may be used to achieve coverage limits.
• Commit to feature the vehicle with the Ford logo intact and visible.
• Order a California-certified vehicle if you intend to register or use the vehicle primarily in California or any other state that has adopted California emissions standards. Failure to do so may subject you to a state fine.
• Make vehicles available to Ford or its dealers for display, at the owner's discretion.
• Submit written quarterly status reports for a period of 18 months, as specified in the contract, stating:

1. Product development
2. Modifications to the vehicle
3. Events (including dates, location and type of event)
4. Media exposure (originals or color copies)
5. Company advertising featuring the vehicle
6. Social media exposure
7. A copy of your current vehicle registration

Information on the specific vehicles Ford plans to emphasize at the 2017 SEMA Show will follow in January. Details will be provided to allow you to research those products and find high-resolution images for renderings.

Submit Ford Project Vehicle proposals to:

Ford Motor Co.
21175 Oakwood Blvd., PDCDC MD579
Dearborn, MI 48124
Attn: Mike Nicopolis & Bob Galan
semainfo@ford.com

By SEMA Editors

Project vehicle proposals for Ford's project vehicle program, which includes the Mustang, must be received by February 17, 2017.

Ford Motor Co. has announced its project-vehicle program for 2017. 

2017 Ford Project Vehicle Program

Proposal Submission Deadline: March 1, 2017
Award Recipient Notification Date: by May 1, 2017

All project vehicle requests must be submitted in two parts and meet the following Ford Aftermarket Project Vehicle Program criteria:

Part 1

Email a one-page project summary—must be received by February 17, 2017. Include bullet points for:

• Vehicle/theme
• Vehicle modifications
• New-product development
• Promotional plan
• Vehicle display location at the 2017 SEMA Show

Part 2

Mail a detailed project proposal—must be received by March 1, 2017. Include details supporting the one-page project summary on company letterhead, a color rendering and past project vehicle examples.

Information on Ford vehicles is available at: www.ford.com.

Ford Aftermarket Project Vehicle Program Criteria

Aftermarket companies requesting project vehicles should be:

• A manufacturer or designer/restyler dedicated to supporting new-product development.
• Financially capable and willing to spend promotional dollars.
• Actively promoting the vehicle with their product(s) through an established marketing plan.
• A current SEMA member.

Aftermarket companies receiving project vehicles must:

• Feature the vehicle in a booth at the 2017 SEMA Show in Las Vegas.
• Register and keep the vehicle in your company name during the entire contract period.
• Purchase and maintain $3 million in general liability, $3 million in automotive liability, $1 million in employer liability and demonstrate worker's compensation coverage. An umbrella policy may be used to achieve coverage limits.
• Commit to feature the vehicle with the Ford logo intact and visible.
• Order a California-certified vehicle if you intend to register or use the vehicle primarily in California or any other state that has adopted California emissions standards. Failure to do so may subject you to a state fine.
• Make vehicles available to Ford or its dealers for display, at the owner's discretion.
• Submit written quarterly status reports for a period of 18 months, as specified in the contract, stating:

1. Product development
2. Modifications to the vehicle
3. Events (including dates, location and type of event)
4. Media exposure (originals or color copies)
5. Company advertising featuring the vehicle
6. Social media exposure
7. A copy of your current vehicle registration

Information on the specific vehicles Ford plans to emphasize at the 2017 SEMA Show will follow in January. Details will be provided to allow you to research those products and find high-resolution images for renderings.

Submit Ford Project Vehicle proposals to:

Ford Motor Co.
21175 Oakwood Blvd., PDCDC MD579
Dearborn, MI 48124
Attn: Mike Nicopolis & Bob Galan
semainfo@ford.com

By Amelia Zwecher

The goal of the SEMA Career Center is to continue to help enhance your recruitment efforts so that you find top talent in the automotive industry.

In addition to the recruitment tips found in SEMA eNews periodically, look out monthly for a list of five jobs fairs and online virtual career fairs focused specifically to the automotive aftermarket. The goal of the SEMA Career Center is to continue to help enhance your recruitment efforts so that you find top talent in the automotive industry. Effective recruiting requires diverse efforts, so let the SEMA Career Center be your resource to help lessen the burden of researching new ideas and initiatives.

Notable Upcoming Events

University of Colorado Denver Engineering Internship & Job Fair

• Event Date: February 7, 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. (MST), Denver, Colorado

Stony Brook University: Engineering Job & Internship Fair

• Event Date: February 10, 12:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. (EST), Stony Brook, New York

Georgia Tech’s Virtual/Online Career Fair

• Event Dates: February 15 and February 22
• Job Seekers: Primarily engineering (full-time/part-time/internship)

State of Indiana Collegiate Talent Search Virtual/Online Career Fair

• Event Date: February 23
• Job Seekers: Engineering and all majors (full-time/part-time/internship)

Veterans Virtual/Online Career Fair

• Event Date: February 28
• Job Seekers: Engineering and all majors (full-time/part-time/internship)

You will receive step-by-step guidance from Amelia Zwecher in registering for the career fair. E-mail ameliaz@sema.org for more information. Complete this form to receive specific events relevant to your needs.

By Amelia Zwecher

The goal of the SEMA Career Center is to continue to help enhance your recruitment efforts so that you find top talent in the automotive industry.

In addition to the recruitment tips found in SEMA eNews periodically, look out monthly for a list of five jobs fairs and online virtual career fairs focused specifically to the automotive aftermarket. The goal of the SEMA Career Center is to continue to help enhance your recruitment efforts so that you find top talent in the automotive industry. Effective recruiting requires diverse efforts, so let the SEMA Career Center be your resource to help lessen the burden of researching new ideas and initiatives.

Notable Upcoming Events

University of Colorado Denver Engineering Internship & Job Fair

• Event Date: February 7, 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. (MST), Denver, Colorado

Stony Brook University: Engineering Job & Internship Fair

• Event Date: February 10, 12:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. (EST), Stony Brook, New York

Georgia Tech’s Virtual/Online Career Fair

• Event Dates: February 15 and February 22
• Job Seekers: Primarily engineering (full-time/part-time/internship)

State of Indiana Collegiate Talent Search Virtual/Online Career Fair

• Event Date: February 23
• Job Seekers: Engineering and all majors (full-time/part-time/internship)

Veterans Virtual/Online Career Fair

• Event Date: February 28
• Job Seekers: Engineering and all majors (full-time/part-time/internship)

You will receive step-by-step guidance from Amelia Zwecher in registering for the career fair. E-mail ameliaz@sema.org for more information. Complete this form to receive specific events relevant to your needs.

The deadline to submit your company’s Exhibit Space Rental Application and deposit is March 31, 2017, to participate in the 2017 SEMA Show Early Space Selection, which will take place May 1–19, 2017.