The Tire Performance Engineer interfaces with race teams to report tire data and support vehicle dynamics simulations, requiring motorsports experience and teamwork skills.
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
We are seeking a Tire Performance Engineer to support the GM Motorsports NASCAR Tire Performance Team by providing support to the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series and Craftsman Truck Series race teams. You will be responsible for directly interfacing with the race teams and their respective Engineers as well as the GM Motorsports NASCAR Tire Performance Team - this will include (but is not limited to) - DiL attendance during Team sessions and DiL tire tuning sessions. The role requires weekly reporting of all relevant tire information to aid in the Teams' setup development. You will attend Motorsports testing when available. In this constantly evolving environment, the GM Motorsports NASCAR Tire Performance Team works with innovative testing and analytical technologies to review tire force and moment (F&M) properties to virtually integrate tire performance to enable vehicle dynamics simulations for original equipment applications as well.
Joining the GM Motorsports Organization will provide you with the experience and exposure it takes to build and maintain successful race teams and the opportunity to showcase your vehicle dynamics and simulation skills, contribute to innovation , connect lessons learned in racing to production intent vehicles, work cross functionally with our partners and ultimately, help shape the future of Motorsports!
What You'll Do
What You'll Need (Required Qualifications)
What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
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This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week {or other frequency dictated by their manager}.
The selected candidate will be required to travel <25% for this role.
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 believe we all must make a choice every day - individually and collectively - to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.
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All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.
We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire.
Accommodations
General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us [email protected] or call us at 800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
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
We are seeking a Tire Performance Engineer to support the GM Motorsports NASCAR Tire Performance Team by providing support to the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series and Craftsman Truck Series race teams. You will be responsible for directly interfacing with the race teams and their respective Engineers as well as the GM Motorsports NASCAR Tire Performance Team - this will include (but is not limited to) - DiL attendance during Team sessions and DiL tire tuning sessions. The role requires weekly reporting of all relevant tire information to aid in the Teams' setup development. You will attend Motorsports testing when available. In this constantly evolving environment, the GM Motorsports NASCAR Tire Performance Team works with innovative testing and analytical technologies to review tire force and moment (F&M) properties to virtually integrate tire performance to enable vehicle dynamics simulations for original equipment applications as well.
Joining the GM Motorsports Organization will provide you with the experience and exposure it takes to build and maintain successful race teams and the opportunity to showcase your vehicle dynamics and simulation skills, contribute to innovation , connect lessons learned in racing to production intent vehicles, work cross functionally with our partners and ultimately, help shape the future of Motorsports!
What You'll Do
- Attend NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series and Craftsman Truck Series race team DiL sessions
- Attend GM Motorsports DiL sessions to support tire model development
- Report weekly all relevant tire information needed for setup development
- Support real-time review of tire model results and DiL outputs to determine required changes to bring in vehicle/tire balance on DiL or offline simulation
- Domestic travel is required and expected 1-2x/year for 2-4 days in duration; tire testing occurs during the week - limited weekend travel may be required to arrive to the test facility
What You'll Need (Required Qualifications)
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, CAE, or Software Engineering or related field of study
- 2+ years of engineering experience following the completion of a degree
- Motorsports experience is required
- Motorsports data acquisition software experience (Pi Toolbox, MoTeC, Atlas)
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate with a team, as well as work independently
- Demonstrated ability to lead a team of engineers
- Strong organization skills, forward thinking mentality, and a superb attention to detail
- Ability to multi-task in a dynamic, constantly evolving environment, with exceptional work ethic and integrity
What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
- Experience implementing tire models in real-time simulation environments to support Driver-in-the-Loop project activities
- Race Engineering experience including vehicle setup development using simulation
#LI-LP2
This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week {or other frequency dictated by their manager}.
The selected candidate will be required to travel <25% for this role.
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 believe we all must make a choice every day - individually and collectively - to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.
Total Rewards | Benefits Overview
From day one, we're looking out for your well-being-at work and at home-so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards resources.
Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.)
General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.
All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.
We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire.
Accommodations
General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us [email protected] or call us at 800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
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