Sports Car Test and Development Engineer
General Motors
Job Description
Onsite - This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Concord, NC on a full-time basis.
The Role
GM Motorsports Performance Engineering continues to expand! We are seeking a Sports Car Test and Development Engineer to work with existing race teams to ensure our component and static testing is being managed across parties and the data/results are valid. To accomplish this, you will aid in the testing and development of specific vehicle systems. You will assist in the design, implementation, operation and troubleshooting of various GM test fixtures and devices while collaborating with the race teams during all stages of life. Travel on a regular basis will not be required but you may be requested to provide live support at a test session or some key races.
What You’ll Do
Sub-systems dynamometer testing (brakes, uprights, steering, dampers, torsion bars, etc.)
Provide coordination and customer support during SPMM and Wind Tunnel testing
Complete smaller design tasks autonomously and work with the Design/Manufacturing groups on larger projects as needed
Provide hands on mechanical assistance when needed
Create reports and provide presentations
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Additional Job Description
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or prior motorsports component testing experience
2 or more years of professional motorsports experience
Systems and dynamometer test experience
CAD experience
Capable of thinking analytically, being client-oriented, and to be highly structured with excellent relationships and communicative skills to be able to work effectively with our GM Race Teams as well as internal GM personnel
Organizational skills that provide the ability to multi-task in a dynamic ever-changing environment and bring a strong work ethic and integrity
Ability to travel up to 20% of the time per year within the U.S. However, some may include international travel
This job may be eligible for relocation benefits
About GM
Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.
Why Join Us
We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.
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.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statements
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