Job Description

Hybrid or Remote: This role is based remotely but if you live within a 50-mile radius of Concord, NC, you are expected to report to that location three times a week, at minimum.

The Role

GM Motorsports is seeking an exceptional Vehicle Dynamics Simulation Engineer to enhance our team's capabilities. The role demands a candidate with a profound grasp of multibody vehicle dynamics modeling and a rich background in utilizing Modelica Libraries within Dymola. You will be essential in crafting and corroborating simulation models that will bolster our motorsport endeavors. A deep-seated familiarity with motorsport simulation tools is vital, as this knowledge will be leveraged to drive advancements in our simulation techniques and contribute significantly to our motorsport programs' success. International applicants are encouraged to apply.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and maintain accurate and efficient multibody vehicle models using Modelica Libraries in Dymola for various race series

• Collaborate with engineers and designers to define simulation requirements and validate model results

• Optimize simulation models for real-time Driver-in-the-Loop (DIL) applications

• Research and implement state-of-the-art techniques in simulation model development

• Play a key role in the development of GM Motorsports Simulation toolchain

Additional Job Description

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related field

• Minimum 4 years of motorsport (F1, Sports Car, IndyCar, or NASCAR) or automotive industry experience in multibody vehicle dynamics simulation

• In-depth understanding of various aspects of vehicle modeling, including suspension kinematics and advanced tire models

• Expertise in developing accurate and numerically efficient complex multibody vehicle models using Modelica Libraries in Dymola

• Experience optimizing simulation models for use in real-time Driver-in-the-Loop (DIL) simulators.

• Experience in formulating and solving minimum lap time and quasi-static simulation problems.

• Knowledge of motorsport simulation tools and their practical applications in high-performance racing environments

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate simulation results into actionable insights for vehicle performance improvement

• Effective communication skills and the ability to interact well with others

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work schedules as required by motorsport demands

• This job may be eligible for relocation benefits

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What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related field

• Familiarity with FMI standards and the use of FMUs in co-simulation and model exchange scenarios for simulation

• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) for managing complex simulation models

• Demonstrated passion for creating highly accurate, numerically efficient models for motorsports

• Python or C++ programming experience

Compensation:

• The expected base compensation for this role is $104,000 - $166,300 USD Annually

• Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position

• Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance

Benefits:

GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.

About GM

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Why Join Us

We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. 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. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

Benefits Overview

The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:

• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;

• Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;

• Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;

• Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values;

• Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;

• Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.

Diversity Information

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.

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