F1 Powertrain Test Engineer

GM Performance Power Units; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Private healthcare

401(k) plan including company match

Life insurance and disability coverage

32 days annual leave

On-site gym and EV charging

Job summary

GM Performance Power Units in Concord, NC, seeks a Test Engineer to execute engine, powertrain, and component testing in a high‑performance development environment. The role requires hands‑on expertise and the ability to operate advanced test systems with minimal supervision.

The ideal candidate has motorsports or high‑performance engineering exposure and is proficient with AVL PUMA and related test automation tools, instrumentation, data acquisition, and troubleshooting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor level or higher in Mechanical, Automotive, Electrical, or Software Engineering.
• Proven engine/powertrain/component testing experience.
• Strong mechanical and electrical assembly skills.
• Experience with engine/powertrain dyno test cells.
• Advanced knowledge of AVL PUMA, Indicom, Concerto.
• Familiarity with instrumentation systems, sensors and electronics.
• Understanding of engine, transmission and driveline control systems.
• Experience with SysMon, Atlas, IGEM, Matlab, ASAP.
• Ability to translate UUT requirements into test routines and automation scripts.
• Proficiency in data acquisition and engine management systems.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Strong problem-solving with attention to detail in fast-paced env.
• Willingness to work extended hours or shifts.
• Top-level racing or high-performance automotive testing background highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and execute test requirements defined by lead engineers.
• Collaborate with test cell engineers and technicians to meet objectives.
• Install engines, gearboxes, and components into test cells.
• Design and fabricate custom tooling and fixtures for tests.
• Operate test cells and supervise equipment per standards.
• Troubleshoot test units and equipment, implement fixes.
• Document and report test data clearly and accurately.
• Communicate with cross-functional teams.
• Maintain and optimize test cell equipment and procedures.
• Ensure safety protocols during testing.

Skills

Engine testing

Powertrain testing

AVL PUMA

Dyno testing

Instrumentation

Data acquisition

Automation scripting

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Automotive/Electrical/Software Engineering

Tools

Indicom

Concerto

SysMon

Atlas

IGEM

Matlab

ASAP

Job description

GM Performance Power Units in Concord, NC, seeks a Test Engineer to execute engine, powertrain, and component testing in a high‑performance development environment. The role requires hands‑on expertise and the ability to operate advanced test systems with minimal supervision.

The ideal candidate has motorsports or high‑performance engineering exposure and is proficient with AVL PUMA and related test automation tools, instrumentation, data acquisition, and troubleshooting.