F1 Sensor & Actuator Assurance Engineer

Gm Performance Power Units; Chester; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Private healthcare

Company match 401(k)

Life insurance

Disability coverage

32 days annual leave

Financial advisor access

EAP

On-site gym

On-site dining

EV charging for GM vehicles

Job summary

GM Performance Power Units seeks a Sensor Actuator Assurance Engineer to develop methods verifying sensors and actuators for PU control systems. You will ensure performance and safety across lab and trackside environments, with collaboration across electronics, PLM, and data teams.

The role requires 3+ years in motorsport electronics, strong understanding of sensor/actuator physics, and experience with MATLAB and statistics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience with electronics in motorsport/high-performance environments.
• Experience managing mission critical devices.
• Strong understanding of physics and operating principles of sensors and actuators.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; MATLAB and statistical analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop test methods and procedures aligned with manufacturer recommendations, applicable industry/military standards, and specific PU use cases to assess sensor and actuator reliability and accuracy.
• Design and implement protective storage solutions and handling/installation procedures to preserve device integrity.
• Create and execute non destructive, documented evaluation methods to quantify accuracy, reliability, and continued service worthiness of devices; maintain complete records.
• Partner with Data Analysis and PLM teams to correlate device usage with reliability outcomes and establish mileage/service limits.
• Support selection of sensors/actuators for PU applications in collaboration with Electronics Systems Engineering and PU Design.
• Execute assurance testing; document results and produce statistical reports on fleet condition and trends.
• Engage suppliers on performance issues, fault resolution, and supply chain concerns as needed.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Mechanical engineering

Motorsport experience

Data analysis

MATLAB

Statistical methods

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical Eng

Tools

Motion Applied ATLAS

System Monitor

Job description

GM Performance Power Units seeks a Sensor Actuator Assurance Engineer to develop methods verifying sensors and actuators for PU control systems. You will ensure performance and safety across lab and trackside environments, with collaboration across electronics, PLM, and data teams.

The role requires 3+ years in motorsport electronics, strong understanding of sensor/actuator physics, and experience with MATLAB and statistics.