GM Performance Power Units - Concord, NC
ERS Thermal Engineer - Onsite
Job Summary
GM Performance Power Units (GM PPU) is seeking an ERS Thermal Engineer with a Formula 1 background to join our engineering team in Concord, NC. This role focuses on thermal management for Motor Generator Unit - e-motor (MGU), Control Unit Kinetic - inverter (CU-K), and Energy Store - battery (ES) systems in F1 power units. The engineer will deliver cooling strategies ensuring performance, reliability, and FIA compliance under extreme conditions.
Key Responsibilities
- Design cooling systems for MGU-K, CU-K, and ES, including heat exchangers, interfaces, and fluid routing.
- Perform thermal simulations using STAR-CCM+, ANSYS, or equivalent for CFD/CHT analysis.
- Analyze telemetry data to optimize thermal performance across duty cycles.
- Collaborate with ERS, electronics, mechanical, and integration teams for system packaging.
- Support prototype testing (dyno, track, thermal cycling) and validation.
- Ensure DFM with suppliers for manufacturability and regulatory compliance.
- Document thermal models, results, and trade-offs for review.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or related field; Master's preferred.
- 3+ years in thermal management, preferably motorsport or high-power electronics.
- Proficiency in CFD/thermal tools (STAR-CCM+, ANSYS, SimScale).
- Strong heat transfer knowledge for electric motors, power electronics, batteries.
- Experience with materials and processes for extreme environments.
- Familiarity with F1 ERS regulations.
Preferred Qualifications- Specific F1 ERS thermal design (MGU-K, CU-K, ES).
- Advanced cooling (oil spray, immersion, phase change).
- Thermal interface optimization and packaging in tight constraints.
- Telemetry analysis and controls integration.
Personal Attributes
- Results-driven under aggressive timelines.
- Innovative problem-solver balancing trade-offs.
- Excellent cross-functional communicator.
- Detail-oriented with continuous improvement mindset.
- Passionate about F1 technology.
Ready to be part of a team that pushes boundaries both on and off the track? At GM Performance Power Units, we are developing a new era of performance for the Formula 1 grid. Joining us means entering a startup racing environment backed by a legacy of engineering excellence, giving you the rare opportunity to help build a world-class program from day one. We believe in rewarding innovation and powering potential. As part of our team, you'll benefit from a competitive and comprehensive package designed to support your performance, well-being, and future, helping you thrive at every level.
That includes access to:- Bonus scheme
- Private healthcare
- 401(k) plan including company match
- Employer-paid life insurance and disability coverage
- 32 days annual leave (including holidays)
- Free financial advisor access
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
- Subsidized on-site dining
- On-site gym
- Discounted GM vehicle purchase/lease program
- Free on-site EV charging for personal GM vehicles
It's all part of our commitment to creating a workplace that's as high-performing and forward-thinking as the people who make it succeed.
Join us and help power what's next.Why Join UsYou'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the reliability and performance of a next-generation Formula 1 power unit. Our culture rewards precision, innovation, and the relentless pursuit of performance.
