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
General Motors competes globally in various motorsports series including NASCAR, IndyCar, IMSA, and WEC, and we are actively seeking an entry in Formula One. We support multiple race teams with technology and guidance to enhance their competitiveness at the highest levels of motorsport. A significant part of this effort includes engineering research and development in the subject matter areas critical to racing performance spanning the disciplines of aerodynamics, tire performance, vehicle dynamics and simulation, design and manufacturing, performance engineering, race strategy, vehicle systems performance, software engineering, and propulsion. As part of our purpose, we also collaboratively drive technological innovations from motorsports to GM's production efforts.
We are seeking an experienced race vehicle engineer and designer to be the Engineering Group Manager for our Vehicle Development Group. This group develops race cars for the racing series in which General Motors competes. The scope of development includes series homologations, EVOs, and submissions, the successful completion of which earns sanctioning body approval of submitted designs for competition. Limited forms of these activities involve components or subsystems of cars, whereas larger efforts span complete vehicle designs.
The Engineering Group Manager for Vehicle Development leads a group of Chief Engineers in these endeavors. The group works with our Series Program Managers and Series Technical Managers to gain perspective and appreciation for development priorities in each racing series. The group also interacts with the Design and Manufacturing Group and other Motorsports functional departments leveraging their expertise to create race vehicles with the highest performance potential.
This effort relies on virtual development methods complemented by physical testing and validation of proposed designs. The vehicle design and development process starts with initial performance assessments that highlight areas for improvement and progresses to component and vehicle simulation and testing. The Engineering Group Manager of Vehicle Development also takes into consideration budgetary implications of new designs. The final product of the submission effort consists of the vehicle design, performance models, and a complete bill of materials.
The Engineering Group Manager for Vehicle Development is responsible for all phases of race vehicle submission and homologation testing. They plan and execute all design and development activities, and they interact with racing series sanctioning groups to coordinate all official homologation activities.
What You’ll Do
Lead the Vehicle Development Group, a team of engineers focused on developing future GM Motorsports race vehicles
Exhibit a high-performance mindset, seeking continuous improvement in every aspect of our racing enterprise
Be an ideal team player bringing positive energy to the teamwork process and engaging with other team members in constructive and respectful ways
Advance GM capabilities for virtual design and development of vehicles
Contribute to cross-functional efforts with all technical groups within GM Motorsports
Develop opportunities for collaboration on vehicle development projects with GM Production teams and facilitate technology transfer
Work with simulation, Hardware-In-the-Loop, and Driver-In-the-Loop simulators to improve, test, and validate proposed vehicle designs
Build excellent working relationships with our partner race teams
Lead efforts to mentor and grow less experienced engineers on your team
Conduct periodic performance reviews of your team including mid-year and annual reviews that align with GM's corporate policies
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Additional Job DescriptionWhat You'll Need (Required Qualifications)
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related subject
20+ years of engineering experience in professional motorsports competition at the level of NASCAR Cup, IndyCar, WEC, IMSA, or F1
A strong team player who excels at working collaboratively and cross-functionally with other team members
High-level leadership experience in roles such as Competition Director or Technical Director of a top level racing team
Experience with the architecture and performance of NASCAR, IndyCar, WEC, or IMSA racing cars
Experience coordinating and leading race vehicle design and manufacturing efforts with a focus on complete vehicle development and production
Experience with vehicle data acquisition systems
Highly analytical, client-oriented, and structured with strong relationship and communications skills
This job may be eligible for relocation benefits
What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
Master's degree or higher
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• 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;
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• Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;
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