Motorsports Applied Vehicle Dynamics Track Asset Modeling Engineer

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
To strengthen our motorsports program, we are seeking a skilled engineer to support the management, development, and maintenance of our virtual track inventory across all race series. This role is critical in delivering high-fidelity virtual assets that directly contribute to on-track performance improvements.
As part of this position, you will collaborate cross-functionally with GM vehicle dynamics engineers and other internal teams to capture and analyze track scan data-primarily in the form of LiDAR-and transform it into highly accurate and efficient track models. These models will integrate seamlessly with our offline and Driver-in-the-Loop (DiL) simulation toolchains.
We are looking for someone who consistently delivers high-quality work, demonstrates strong attention to detail, and proactively engages with the broader GM and GM Motorsports simulation communities. Your contributions will play a key role in enhancing the realism and effectiveness of our simulation capabilities.
What You'll Do

• Define methods for accurately capturing LiDAR data of road/track surfaces
• In collaboration with our software engineers, design and develop tools/processes that can accurately and efficiently work with large point clouds for the purpose of analysis, cleanup, fitting etc.
• Create track surface models from varying data sources for use in our offline and DiL simulation toolchains
• Work with GM Motorsports groups to generate modeling updates which capture specific on-track conditions
• Document and communicate track modeling updates across all relevant GM Motorsports groups
• Investigate, define and develop methods for graphical model creation utilizing point cloud data for use in our DiL toolchain
• Manage broad cross functional relationships between teams in GM
• Be part of the broader Vehicle Dynamics team seeking to continuously improve and investigate methods to develop and utilize the simulation toolchain and increase race team performance

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Additional Description
What You'll Need (Required Qualifications)

• 10+ years of experience in a motorsports organization , preferably within a race team environment
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with graphics creation and editing tools in the racing industry
• Familiarity with modern software development tools and environments
• Highly analytical and customer-focused , with strong communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationships
• Exceptional attention to detail , with a structured approach to meeting project requirements
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, demonstrating a strong work ethic and integrity
• Collaborative team player with a flexible schedule and a commitment to high professional standards
• Relocation: This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

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