F1 Power Unit Controls Engineer

GMPPU; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan including company match

Employee-paid life insurance and disability coverage

32 days annual leave

Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Subsidized on-site dining

On-site gym

GM vehicle purchase/lease program

Free on-site EV charging for personal GM vehicles

Job summary

GM Performance Power Units in Concord, NC, is seeking a highly motivated Controls Group Engineer to support the development of control systems for their Formula 1 Power Unit. The role emphasizes delivering embedded software solutions and performing validation testing, targeting debut with the Cadillac F1 Team in 2029.

The ideal candidate has a relevant engineering degree and 1-3 years of experience in control systems design. The position offers comprehensive benefits including a 401(k) plan and ample annual leave.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in control systems design for real-time applications.
• Understanding of vehicle dynamics, powertrain control, and data acquisition systems.
• Willingness to travel for testing and race events.

Responsibilities

• Support the creation of real-time control systems for the F1 Power Unit.
• Assist with HiL systems, software testing, and event support.
• Collaborate with teams to validate software and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Embedded systems programming

Control systems design

Modeling tools (MATLAB/Simulink)

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Computer, Software, Mechanical, or related engineering discipline

Tools

C

C++

Python

Job description

GM Performance Power Units in Concord, NC, is seeking a highly motivated Controls Group Engineer to support the development of control systems for their Formula 1 Power Unit. The role emphasizes delivering embedded software solutions and performing validation testing, targeting debut with the Cadillac F1 Team in 2029.

The ideal candidate has a relevant engineering degree and 1-3 years of experience in control systems design. The position offers comprehensive benefits including a 401(k) plan and ample annual leave.