MGU Lead Engineer

16 hours ago

Concord, NC, United States GM Performance Power Units Full time
Position Overview: Engineer the Future of Formula 1 Performance with GM PPU GM PPU is seeking an experienced MGU Lead Engineer to join our innovative team in Concord, NC. In this mission-critical role, you'll push the boundaries of hybrid powertrain optimization to ensure our cars achieve peak performance in the world's most intense racing environment - Formula 1.

As part of our relentless pursuit of excellence, you'll be at the forefront of innovation, leveraging cutting-edge technology to extract every ounce of performance from our power units. Your expertise will be instrumental in developing race-winning strategies that optimize energy recovery and deployment, giving our cars a competitive edge in the pinnacle of motorsport.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Design & Optimization: Design and optimize MGU components, focusing on efficiency and performance within FIA regulations.
  • Strategy Development: Develop and refine control strategies for energy recovery and deployment.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with powertrain and vehicle dynamics teams to integrate MGUs with other vehicle systems.
  • Performance Analytics: Analyze MGU performance data and implement improvements.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with FIA regulations regarding energy recovery and deployment.
  • Track-Side Support: Participate in track testing and race weekend operations to support MGU performance.
  • Performance Strategy: Work closely with drivers and race engineers to optimize MGU strategies for different circuits and race conditions.
Qualifications:
  • Education: Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
  • Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in motorsport, preferably in Formula 1, Formula-E, or other hybrid or EV-based high-performance racing series
  • Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of electric motor design, power electronics, and control systems.
  • Leadership: Proven track record of leading engineering teams in a high-pressure, results-driven environment.
  • Analytical Skills: Strong capability in data analysis, simulation, and performance modeling of complex electromechanical systems.
  • Regulatory Knowledge: Thorough understanding of FIA technical regulations pertaining to power units and energy recovery systems.
Technical Skills:
  • Advanced knowledge of MGU systems and their integration with F1 hybrid power units.
  • Expertise in high-speed electric motor design and optimization.
  • Proficiency in thermal management of high-performance electrical systems.
  • Experience with energy recovery strategies and power deployment optimization.
  • Familiarity with computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and finite element analysis (FEA) tools.
Personal Attributes:
  • Innovative problem-solver with a passion for motorsport technology.
  • Excellent communicator capable of working effectively in a fast-paced team environment.
  • Detail-oriented with a strong focus on system optimization and efficiency.
  • Adaptable and able to thrive under the pressure of race weekends and tight development schedules.

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