Job Description
Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to [Pontiac, MI] three times per week, at minimum [or other frequency dictated by the business].
Interested in joining the organization behind Cadillac’s historic sweep of all 2023 championship categories in IMSA’s top GTP class, and Corvette’s Le Mans and World Championships in the FiA WEC GTE class? Read on.
The Role
We are seeking a Propulsion Performance Engineer to lead, coordinate, and support activities to help drive performance improvement decisions in engine and hybrid systems, as applicable. The individual will work closely with the Lead Propulsion, Calibration, Hardware Development, and vehicle Performance Engineers to analyze on and off-track data trends and convert these to performance, efficiency, drivability, and reliability improvements for our road racing programs.
Joining the Sports Car Propulsion Team will provide you with the opportunity to showcase and grow your skills through challenging individual and collaborative development activities – ultimately helping to shape the future of Motorsports.
What You’ll Do
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Function as the point of contact for propulsion system performance projects
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Partner with the Lead Propulsion Engineer to develop and prioritize a performance roadmap
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Lead development of tools to help process and catalog analytical and physical propulsion system data
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Leverage GM’s other race programs to grow analytical capabilities, driving common tools and methods where applicable
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Collaborate with propulsion hardware, software, and calibration development engineers to help drive subsystem and system level performance gains
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Assist Software Development Engineers in the creation and maintenance of HIL bench propulsion system plant models
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Assist internal and external colleagues with DIL propulsion system development and modeling
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Collaborate with key partners to extract and correlate dyno, track, and simulation-derived data to advance analytical model fidelity
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Transfer knowledge across multiple race programs as appropriate
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Lead or support program meetings with key internal and external partners
Additional Job Description
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
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Bachelors degree in Engineering, Mathematics, or Computer Science
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5+ years of engineering experience following the completion of a degree
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Propulsion system knowledge aligned with optimizing efficiency, performance, reliability, and durability of race propulsion systems
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Knowledge of database management software and methods
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Demonstrated proficiency with analytical tools applicable to propulsion systems
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High energy personality with an internal drive to take appropriate action to move projects forward in a fast-paced work environment
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High level of independent judgement managing complex and ambiguous tasks with minimal guidance
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Ability to balance and prioritize multiple projects efficiently while working to tight deadlines
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Demonstrated ability to clearly and concisely communicate technical and non-technical information verbally and in writing; examples may be requested
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High proficiency in root-cause analysis and resolution techniques
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Highly organized with an expert attention to detail
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Ability and eagerness to master new skills quickly - learning independently and from others as appropriate
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Outstanding interpersonal and leadership skills to effectively collaborate with varying levels of key internal and external partners
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Exceptional work ethic and integrity
What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
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Motorsports experience is preferred; Collegiate programs such as Formula SAE or personal hobby engagement considered acceptable experience
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Experience with design and analysis tools (Team Center, CAD, FEA, CFD. GT Power)
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Familiarity with CAN communications protocols and troubleshooting
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Systems experience: Data Acquisition, Motorsports Electronics, Engine Management Systems, Hybrid/EV Systems
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Simulation experience (e.g. HIL, SIL, and DIL systems)
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Software experience: MATLAB, Simulink, VBA, Python, C++
GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.
About GM
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Why Join Us
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Benefits Overview
The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:
• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;
• Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;
• Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;
• Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values;
• Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;
• Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.
Diversity Information
General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.
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