Propulsion Systems Architect — Energy & Performance

General Motors; United States; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation benefits

Job summary

General Motors seeks a Virtual Propulsion Analysis Engineer to apply advanced analysis and simulation tools for propulsion system architecture development, focusing on optimizing energy consumption and performance across EV range and fuel economy targets.

You will lead analysis efforts, collaborate with global teams, and develop new methodologies while shaping next-generation propulsion architectures across ICE, HEV, and BEV platforms. Hybrid work model offered.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• 5+ years' experience in propulsion engineering.
• Proficient in MATLAB and Simulink.
• Experience with analysis/simulation tools such as AMEsim, GT Suite, Unified Model (Verde) or other industry standard energy consumption platforms.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and lead small teams.
• Knowledge of engines, transmissions, drive units, electric motors, power electronics and battery tech.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Independent thinking and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Lead analysis/simulation to define Propulsion System and component requirements to meet energy and performance targets.
• Quantify effects of propulsion technologies on energy consumption, performance, and drivability for various configurations.
• Support product teams in defining next generation propulsion systems with analytical evaluation of architectures/technologies.
• Collaborate with propulsion performance engineers and hardware design teams to develop balanced requirements.
• Lead small team of global analysis engineers to ensure timely deliverables.
• Conduct trade studies to evaluate design alternatives and support project deliverables.
• Present analytical results to project teams and leadership.
• Develop new analytical methodologies and standard work procedures.

Skills

Propulsion engineering

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Independent thinking

Team leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

MS in Mechanical Engineering (preferred)

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

AME-sim

GT Suite

Unified Model (Verde)

Job description

General Motors seeks a Virtual Propulsion Analysis Engineer to apply advanced analysis and simulation tools for propulsion system architecture development, focusing on optimizing energy consumption and performance across EV range and fuel economy targets.

You will lead analysis efforts, collaborate with global teams, and develop new methodologies while shaping next-generation propulsion architectures across ICE, HEV, and BEV platforms. Hybrid work model offered.