CONCORD, N.C. -- Earnhardt Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates announced Friday John Probst has accepted the role of technical director to oversee all engineering for the organization's NASCAR operation. In his new role, Probst will work closely with competition director Steve Hmiel.

"As a race team owner, you owe it to your team, partners and the fans to bring in good people whenever you have the opportunity," owner Chip Ganassi said. "So when John became available we jumped at the opportunity to bring him on board. We think he will be a great addition to this team."

Probst previously spent five years with Team Red Bull, also as technical director of their two-car Cup operation. Prior to his time at Red Bull, he spent more than a decade at Ford Motor Company predominately in their motor sports division. He also held posts at Ford Electronics Racing, Jackie Stewart's Formula One program, as program manager of Ford Racing Technology's Champ Car operation and as an engineer on the Jaguar F1 team.