ERS Systems Integration Lead

Motorsport Network, LLC; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Private healthcare

401(k) plan including company match

Employer-paid life insurance and disa­

32 days annual leave

Free financial advisor access

Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Subsidized on-site dining

On-site gym

Discounted GM vehicle purchase/lease

Free on-site EV charging for personal

Job summary

GM Performance Power Units in Concord, NC seeks an ERS Systems Integration Lead to drive architecture and integration of the Energy Recovery System for Formula 1 power units. You will lead cross-functional teams across battery, e-motor, power electronics, thermal management and control systems, defining system level requirements and interfaces for a bespoke hybrid power unit.

You will provide day-to-day technical leadership, manage system verification plans, and mentor junior engineers while

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in high-performance hybrid or electric powertrain development or similar.
• Experience in systems engineering or systems integration for complex electromechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Define ERS system architecture and interfaces across ERS, ICE, chassis, and vehicle control.
• Lead cross-functional integration reviews with mechanical, electrical, thermal, controls, and software teams.
• Guide concept and tradeoff studies using modeling, simulation, and test data.
• Define system verification and validation plans (dyno, HIL, rigs).
• Lead root cause investigations and drive corrective actions to closure.
• Ensure ERS integration complies with FIA regulations and HV safety standards.
• Provide day-to-day technical leadership for ERS systems and integration activities.
• Plan and prioritize ERS work with PM and technical leads.
• Mentor engineers and communicate risks to stakeholders.

Skills

Systems engineering

Systems integration

Technical leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Master’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Mechatronics or related field

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

Modelica/Dymola

SysML/UML

FMEA/DFMEA

Job description

GM Performance Power Units - Concord, NC

ERS Systems Integration Lead - Onsite

Job Summary

GM Performance Power Units (GM PPU) is seeking ahighly skilled and motivated ERS Systems Integration Leadto join our innovative engineering team in Concord, NC. This vital role focuses on leading the architecture and integration of all Energy Recovery System (ERS) subsystems into the F1 power unit and chassis, ensuring worldclass performance, reliability, and safety in the pinnacle of motorsport.

You will apply both your technical and leadership skills to system design, modeling, and creative problem solving while providing day today technical leadership to the ERS systems and integration team. You will work across battery, e-motor, power electronics, thermal management, and control systems to define system level requirements, interfaces, and operating concepts for a bespoke hybrid power unit developed specifically for Formula 1 competition.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the definition and evolution of the ERS system architecture, including ES (Energy Store, battery), MGU-K (e-motor), CU-K (inverter), DCDC, HV/LV distribution, thermal systems, and control interfaces.
• Own system level requirements and interface specifications between ERS, ICE, chassis, and vehicle control systems, ensuring clear, testable, and traceable definitions.
• Drive cross functional integration reviews with mechanical, electrical, thermal, controls, and software teams to ensure robust interfaces, packaging solutions, and serviceability.
• Perform and guide concept and tradeoff studies (component sizing, topology, cooling concepts, energy management strategies) using modeling, simulation, and test data.
• Define and support system level verification and validation plans (dyno, HIL, rigs) to prove ERS integration performance, safety, and durability.
• Lead structured root cause investigations for ERS integration issues (electrical, mechanical, thermal, software) and drive effective corrective and preventive actions to closure.
• Ensure ERS integration complies with FIA technical regulations and internal HV safety standards across all operating phases.
• Provide day to daytechnical leadershipfor ERS systems and integration activities, balancing your own hands on contributions with guiding other engineers’ work.
• Plan and prioritize ERS integration work (design reviews, tests, investigations) in collaboration with project management and other technical leads.
• Mentor and develop junior and midlevel engineers, providing structured feedback, coaching, and technical guidance.
• Represent ERS integration in cross functional forums, clearly communicating risks, dependencies, and tradeoffs to stakeholders across power unit, chassis, and race operations.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a closely related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• 7+ years of experience in high performance hybrid or electric powertrain development, ideally from F1, Formula E, WEC/IMSA hybrids, or advanced performance EV/HEV programs.
• Demonstrated background insystems engineering or systems integrationfor complex electromechanical systems (architecture, requirements, interfaces, validation).
• Strong technical understanding of:
  • E-motors
  • Power electronics and inverters
  • HV batteries and BMS
  • Hybrid control strategies, torque/speed control, and energy management.
• Proven experience acting as a technical lead or integration lead, balancing hands-on engineering contributions with coordinating and guiding a small team.
• Track record of delivering complex systems under aggressive performance and timing targets in a fast paced, high pressure environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands on experience with hybrid or EV system modeling and simulation (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, Modelica/Dymola, GTSuite or equivalent).
• Familiarity with systems engineering methods and tools (SysML/UML, requirements management, FMEA/FMECA/DFMEA, Vmodel or similar development processes).
• Experience with dyno, HIL, or system level rigs for hybrid powertrain or ERS verification and validation.
• Knowledge of FIA F1 power unit and ERS regulations or similar top tier motorsport technical frameworks.
• Experience collaborating with chassis/vehicle teams on packaging, cooling, safety, and serviceability for HV systems.
• Prior involvement in establishing or improving systems integration processes, standards, or toolchains.

Personal Attributes

• Systems thinker with the ability to understand and balance interactions across mechanical, electrical, thermal, and software domains.
• High ownership mindset: proactive, accountable, and driven to close issues quickly with robust, data driven solutions.
• Strong communicator who can align diverse stakeholders and clearly present complex technical topics to engineers, management, and external partners.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and elevate other engineers, fostering a high performance, collaborative culture.
• Comfortable balancingdeep technical workwithleadership responsibilities, switching between detailed problem solving and higher-level coordination as needed.
• Passionate about motorsport and pushing the boundaries of hybrid electric powertrain technology under aggressive performance and timing targets.

Ready to be part of a team that pushes boundaries both on and off the track? At GM Performance Power Units, we are developing a new era of performance for the Formula 1 grid. Joining us means entering a startup racing environment backed by a legacy of engineering excellence, giving you the rare opportunity to help build a world-class program from day one. We believe in rewarding innovation and powering potential. As part of our team, you’ll benefit from a competitive and comprehensive package designed to support your performance, well-being, and future, helping you thrive at every level.

That includes access to:

• Bonus scheme
• Private healthcare
• 401(k) plan including company match
• Employer-paid life insurance and disability coverage
• 32 days annual leave (including holidays)
• Free financial advisor access
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Subsidized on-site dining
• On-site gym
• Discounted GM vehicle purchase/lease program
• Free on-site EV charging for personal GM vehicles

It’s all part of our commitment to creating a workplace that’s as high-performing and forward-thinking as the people who make it succeed.

Join us and help power what’s next.

Why Join Us

You’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring the reliability and performance of a next-generation Formula 1 power unit. Our culture rewards precision, innovation, and the relentless pursuit of performance.

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