ERS Systems Engineer

Posted Monday, August 4, 2025 at 4:00 AM

GM PPU is seeking an
experienced ERS Systems Engineer
to join our
innovative team
in
Concord, NC
. In this
mission-critical role
, you’ll push the boundaries of
hybrid powertrain optimization
to ensure our cars achieve
peak performance
in the world’s most
intense racing environment
—
Formula 1.

As part of our
relentless pursuit of excellence
, you'll be at the forefront of innovation, leveraging
cutting-edge technology
to extract every ounce of performance from our power units. Your expertise will be instrumental in developing
race-winning strategies
that optimize energy recovery and deployment, giving our cars a
competitive edge in the pinnacle of motor sport
.

• System Architecture:Design and optimize ERS components, including the MGU-K, MGU-H, and Energy Store.
• Performance Optimization:Develop and refine control strategies for energy recovery and deployment.
• System Integration:Collaborate with powertrain and vehicle teams to integrate ERS with other vehicle systems.
• Data Analysis:Analyze ERS performance data and implement improvements.
• Homologation and Compliance:Ensure compliance with FIA regulations regarding energy recovery and deployment.
• Development:Participate in track testing and race weekend operations to support ERS performance.
• Maximize Performance:Work closely with drivers and race engineers to optimize ERS strategies for different circuits and race conditions.

• Education:Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience:Minimum 5 years of experience in motor sport, preferably in Formula 1, Formula-E, or other hybrid or EV-based high-performance racing series.
• Technical Expertise:Strong understanding of electric motor design, power electronics, battery technologies, and control systems.
• Leadership:Proven track record of leading engineering teams in a high-pressure, results-driven environment.
• Analytical
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong capability in data analysis, simulation, and performance modeling of complex electromechanical systems.
• Regulatory Knowledge:Thorough understanding of FIA technical regulations pertaining to power units and energy recovery systems.

• Advanced simulation and modeling capabilities
• Proficiency in programming languages relevant to systems engineering
• Experience with data acquisition and analysis tools
• Knowledge of advanced control system design

• Advanced simulation and modeling capabilities
• Proficiency in programming languages relevant to systems engineering
• Experience with data acquisition and analysis tools
• Knowledge of advanced control system design

If you are
passionate about revolutionizing electric motor technology
and
ready to help us push the limits of performance
, this is your chance to join a
high-energy, innovative team
on a mission to
dominate the grid
.Your journey to F1 starts here! Apply today and become part of
something extraordinary.

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