As the GPS Performance and Racing Special Projects Leader you will be responsible for but not limited to the following:
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Managing performance and racing special projects that are cross-functional and/or developmental in nature.
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Manage all special project coordination with GPS Advanced Engine Engineering New Products Group
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Manage all special project coordination with GPS GT&E Advanced and New Products Group
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Manage all special project coordination with the Global Vehicle Performance Variants and Motorsports Group
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Integrating product design, performance, and manufacturing through the use of CAD, CAE methods and testing to meet Performance Propulsion System/Vehicle project requirements
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Provides technical direction to GPS support personnel
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Coordinates with GM engineering functions, suppliers, key partners and others as projects are scoped, developed and finalized for proof of concept builds
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Stays abreast of new technology and competitive products in the performance and motorsports industry
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Stays current with all motorsport sanctioning bodies and their respective classes
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Looks for business opportunities within the performance and motorsports world that align with GPS Performance and Racing goals
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Supports and/or creates product development ideas for potential use in our performance parts and accessories catalogs
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Travel as required potentially internationally
Required Skills and Experience:
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5 years of electrical or mechanical engineering related work experience.
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Bachelor's degree in Engineering
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Familiar with the Global Powertrain and Vehicle Development Processes(GPDP/GVDP)
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Excellent oral and written communication skills.
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Must be willing and able to create and present information to leadership, colleagues and customers in a clear and concise manner.
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High level of interpersonal skills to work independently and effectively with others.
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Experience with engine performance, fuel efficiency and thermodynamic concepts.
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Familiarity with engine modeling and data analysis tools.
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Understanding of engineering theory and principles of operation of mechanical/electrical mechanisms.
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Understanding of design/manufacturing processes.
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High level of analytical ability.
Preferred Skills and Experience:
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Education: Bachelors of Science in Electrical Engineering.
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Experience with electric propulsion systems (battery, motor, controls, vehicle integration/application).
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Previous project management experience.