Motorsports Competition NASCAR Truck/XFinity Series Performance Engineer

General Motors • Concord, NC

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About The Position

The NASCAR Performance Engineer role at General Motors focuses on enhancing on-track performance for GM-sponsored NASCAR Truck and Xfinity teams. The engineer will engage in regular tasks to support these teams, conduct deep-dive investigations into performance metrics, and collaborate with various GM departments to implement solutions. This position requires a blend of technical expertise, analytical skills, and effective communication to convey findings and recommendations to racing teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Physics, or related subject.
• 3+ years of experience in a top-level motorsports series including NASCAR, IMSA, F1, IndyCar, WEC, or similar.
• Experience with race car setup, race event preparation, technical inspection, and race procedures.
• Experience using vehicle dynamics simulation tools in a motorsports environment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.
• Must be a team player and possess a high level of integrity.
• Ability to travel 4-8 times per year domestically.

Nice To Haves

• Race Engineering experience in the NASCAR Xfinity and Truck Series.
• Proficiency in Motorsports data analysis software including Pi Toolbox, Atlas, Motec or similar.
• Competency with engineering programming languages: python, MATLAB, or equivalent.
• Experience formulating test plans and performing testing across various testing environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop competitor analysis techniques.
• Provide engineering support for GM sponsored NXS and NCTS teams, including pre- and post-race reporting, development of test plans, and test data analysis.
• Collaborate with Performance group members to transfer learnings and adopt useful analysis methods.
• Travel to series events to support at-track engineering.
• Guide GM sponsored teams in utilizing facilities at the Charlotte Tech Center and assist in data analysis.
• Coordinate with other GM Motorsports groups to share information and advance support programs.
• Play a key role in determining future development directions for GM Motorsports and establish goals with management.
• Assist in correlation of new methods and past recommendations.

Benefits

• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave.
• Healthcare, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.
• Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan.
• Global recognition program for peers and leaders.
• Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing.
• Discount on GM vehicles for employees and their families.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree