Sensor & Actuator Assurance Engineer — Motorsports

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

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Private healthcare

32 days annual leave

On-site gym

On-site dining

Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Job summary

GM Performance Power Units in Hemel Hempstead is seeking a Sensor Actuator Assurance Engineer to develop and maintain verification methods for sensors and actuators used in PU control systems. You will support lab and track operations, ensuring devices meet safety and performance requirements throughout their lifecycle.

You will design test methods, implement handling procedures, and collaborate with Data Analysis and PLM teams to relate usage to reliability outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• 3+ years of experience working with electronics in a motorsport's or high performance environment.
• Proven experience managing and maintaining mission critical devices.
• Strong understanding of the physics and operating principles of sensors and actuators.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with 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

Microsoft Office

MATLAB

Statistical analysis

Sensor/Actuator knowledge

Electronics in motorsport

Education

Bachelors in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Motion Applied ATLAS

System Monitor

Job description

GM Performance Power Units in Hemel Hempstead is seeking a Sensor Actuator Assurance Engineer to develop and maintain verification methods for sensors and actuators used in PU control systems. You will support lab and track operations, ensuring devices meet safety and performance requirements throughout their lifecycle.

You will design test methods, implement handling procedures, and collaborate with Data Analysis and PLM teams to relate usage to reliability outcomes.