Job DescriptionHybrid: 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 RoleThis role will work within the GM Motorsports Program to develop performance metrics, conceptualize new analysis methods, and implement these techniques to produce improved on-track performance. The focus of the Performance Engineer is primarily on the validation, refinement, and application of new tools and methods to develop vehicle setups for specific events and/or derive new directions for future vehicle development. This team will initially focus on supporting new GM motorsports ventures, including exploratory studies to support the Andretti Cadillac Formula 1 program. With the focus on new programs, work will include the development and implementation of vehicle, track, and competitor characterizations methods.What You'll DoCollaborate with GM supported teams and GM personnel to understand team objectives, contribute to a coordinated development effort, and convey findings to all necessary groupsContinuously strive to improve GM Motorsports programs’ analysis methods and vehicle dynamics understanding by:Reimagining new and better solutions to common problems or questionsPrototyping new ideas and validating these against track and test dataWorking with GM Software team to implement solutions in our production toolsImplement vehicle simulation, data analysis methods, and other tools to develop race winning solutions through:Race-specific setup refinementConceptual studies to guide big-picture development effortsCompetitor analysis and event characterizationClearly present findings, recommendations, and analysis results through well organized and actionable reports and in-person follow-up#LI-LP2Additional Job DescriptionYour Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Physics, or related subject5+ years of experience in a top-level motorsports series including NASCAR, IMSA, F1, IndyCar, WEC, or similar3+ years of experience in F1Intimate knowledge of simulation workflows in a professional motorsports organization including both offline simulation and the DIL simulator. Experience using simulation tools to optimize vehicle performanceProficient programing in python, MATLAB, or similar languageExtensive experience analyzing on-track performance through both application vehicle dynamics principles and statistical methodsStrong organization skills, forward thinking mentality, and a superb attention to detailAbility to multi-task in a dynamic, constantly evolving environment, with exceptional work ethic and integrityThis job may be eligible for relocation benefitsWhat Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)Master’s Degree in Engineering, Physics, or related subjectRace Engineering experience in a F1 program with intimate knowledge of race car setup, event preparation, technical inspection, race procedures and race strategyProficiency in Motorsports data analysis software including Pi Toolbox, Atlas, Motec or similarKnowledge and experience in tire modeling, construction, testing, and validationExperience with aerodynamic testing and applying physical and/or CFD results to vehicle modeling tools for on-track performance optimizationFamiliarity with vehicle testing methods and data reduction from on-track testing, SPMM, and 7-postAbout GMOur 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 UsWe aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. 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