Onsite Sensor & Actuator Reliability Engineer

GM Performance Power Units; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Private healthcare

401(k) plan with company match

Employer-paid life insurance

Disability coverage

32 days annual leave

Financial advisor access

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 – Concord, NC is seeking a Sensor Actuator Assurance Engineer to develop and maintain methods verifying sensor and actuator performance in PU control systems. The role supports lab and track operations to ensure devices meet safety and performance requirements throughout their lifecycle.

Responsibilities include designing test methods, handling procedures, correlation with data analysis, and supplier engagement to resolve issues and optimize reliability for

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

Motorsport electronics experience

Collaboration across teams

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Microsoft Office

Statistical analysis tools

Job description

GM Performance Power Units – Concord, NC is seeking a Sensor Actuator Assurance Engineer to develop and maintain methods verifying sensor and actuator performance in PU control systems. The role supports lab and track operations to ensure devices meet safety and performance requirements throughout their lifecycle.

Responsibilities include designing test methods, handling procedures, correlation with data analysis, and supplier engagement to resolve issues and optimize reliability for