Lead Vehicle Performance & Simulation for F1 Power Unit

GMPPU; Concord (NC); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Life insurance

32 days leave

Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Subsidized on-site dining

On-site gym

GM vehicle purchase/lease program

Free on-site EV charging

Job summary

GM Performance Power Units is seeking a highly motivated Vehicle Performance & Simulation Group Lead to guide the development, testing, and trackside operations of our Formula 1 power unit. Based near Charlotte, NC, the role shapes performance priorities and energy management strategies to drive race weekend decisions.

The VP&S lead will own 1D power unit simulations, vehicle-level lap time modeling, and tool infrastructure, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver production-quality

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in mechanical/automotive/aerospace engineering or related field.
• 10+ years in engineering with 5+ years in performance simulation or powertrain roles.
• Proven leadership of an engineering team in a fast-paced environment.
• End-to-end ownership of a simulation function and tools.
• Experience interfacing with trackside/race operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Vehicle Performance & Simulation team (6–10 engineers) with clear goals.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and career development conversations.
• Drive VPS team hiring and onboarding, define roles and evaluation criteria.
• Manage workload across in-season race support and development tasks; prioritize transparently.
• Represent VPS in leadership discussions and communicate program status clearly.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Performance simulation

Powertrain development

Strategic decision making

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical/Automotive/Aerospace Engineering

Tools

GT-SUITE/GT-Power

MATLAB

Python

Simulink

Job description

GM Performance Power Units is seeking a highly motivated Vehicle Performance & Simulation Group Lead to guide the development, testing, and trackside operations of our Formula 1 power unit. Based near Charlotte, NC, the role shapes performance priorities and energy management strategies to drive race weekend decisions.

The VP&S lead will own 1D power unit simulations, vehicle-level lap time modeling, and tool infrastructure, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver production-quality