Job Description
Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Concord, NC three times per week, at minimum.
The Role
As a NASCAR Performance Engineer, you will work within the GM Motorsports organization with a focus on identifying key areas capable of yielding on-track performance improvement. This will encompass a combination of regular, weekly tasks to support GM sponsored NASCAR Truck and Xfinity teams and intermittent deep-dive investigations removed from the preparation for, and analysis of, specific events. These investigations will include research into prior event performance and results, race strategy, car build and setup, and implementation/application of simulation models for vehicle performance prediction. A key aspect of this role will involve working with the GM sponsored racing teams to both convey analysis findings and develop/expand their understanding of how to use and interpret the results of GM motorsports tools.
This position will leverage resources across the GM Motorsports program to develop recommendations to increase the competitiveness of GM Motorsports NCTS and NXS teams. This position will work closely with the GM Motorsports Simulation group to refine simulations and advance analysis methodologies. Coordination with GM production engineering, GM IT, GM Motorsports personnel, and GM race teams will be essential in both developing underlying knowledge and implementing solutions.
What You’ll Do
Develop Competitor Analysis Techniques
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Provide engineering support for GM sponsored NXS and NCTS teams including, but not limited to, pre- and post-race reporting, development of test plans for physical track and rig testing, test data analysis, and simulation assistance consisting of correlation, performing setup studies, and teaching team personnel to use tools and interpret simulation output.
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Collaborate with Performance group members supporting other series to transfer learnings and adopt most useful analysis and reporting methods developed across the group.
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Travel to Series events to support at-track engineering.
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Guide GM sponsored teams in their use of the facilities at the Charlotte Tech Center, coordinating with GM groups directly responsible for each area, planning tests, and assisting in data analysis.
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Coordinate with other GM Motorsports groups to share information and assist in collaboratively advancing support program. Provide teams recommendations consolidating the newest findings across the GM Motorsports groups.
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Play a key role in determining future development directions for the GM Motorsports group. Work with GM management to establish and prioritize goals, scope, and structure for GM NXS and NCTS program.
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Assist in correlation of any new methods and from results past recommendations.
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Additional Job Description
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
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Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Physics, or related subject.
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3+ years of experience in a top-level motorsports series including NASCAR, IMSA, F1, IndyCar, WEC, or similar.
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Experience with race car setup, race event preparation, technical inspection, race procedures and exposure to basic race and fuel strategy.
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Experience using vehicle dynamics simulation tools in a motorsports environment.
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Strong communication skills with a driven work collaboratively.
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Must be a team player, be able to work a flexible schedule and possess a high level of integrity.
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Ability to travel 4-8 times per year domestically.
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This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.
What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
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Race Engineering experience in the NASCAR Xfinity and Truck Series
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Proficiency in Motorsports data analysis software including Pi Toolbox, Atlas, Motec or similar.
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Competency with engineering programming languages: python, MATLAB, or equivalent.
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Experience formulating test plans, performing testing, and reducing data trends from K&C, push-up rig, wind tunnel, aerodynamic straight-line, 7-post, and at-track tests.
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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