Motorsports Applied Vehicle Dynamics Engineer – Track Modeling

Descripción

Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Concord, NC three times per week, at minimum.

The Role

At GM Motorsports, we are driven by a clear purpose: to accelerate our teams’ ability to win on the racetrack and in the marketplace. Our vision is to be the benchmark of global motorsports excellence, inspiring enduring passion for our brands and products through world-class performance, innovation, and teamwork. We are looking for people who share our mindset and core values — ownership in organizational success, a commitment to add value to our team, and the courage to reject mediocrity in pursuit of exceptional results.

To strengthen our motorsports program, we are seeking an Applied Vehicle Dynamics Track Modeling Engineer to aid in the utilization and maintenance of our virtual track inventory across all race series. The goal of this position is to provide valuable engineering support that results in on track performance improvement. You will work with race team members and fellow GM vehicle dynamics engineers to perform QC analysis on virtual tracks, facilitate track graphics and terrain updates, and aid in development and refinement of vehicle modeling inputs. You will be expected to complete all projects to the highest standards. You must be proficient in completing engineering related tasks using computer software, have aptitude for proactively engaging with the wider GM Motorsports team that utilizes the simulation toolchain, and have high attention to detail.

What You’ll Do

• Perform virtual track adjustments and quality control using 3D graphics creation suites and GM Motorsports simulation toolchain

• Work with GM Motorsports groups to generate modeling updates which capture specific on-track conditions

• Document and communicate track modeling updates across all relevant GM Motorsports groups

• Maintain and develop software code utilized in virtual track management processes

• Generate track related visual driver aids used during DiL simulator sessions

• Perform quality control process for third-party sourced simulation tracks for DiL and offline sim usage

• Be part of the broader simulation support team seeking to continuously improve and investigate methods to utilize the simulation toolchain and increase race team performance

What You’ll Need (Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science or related field of study

• 2 or more years of professional experience using graphics creation and editing suites

• Highly analytical, customer focused, and structured, with positive relationships and strong communicative skills

• Exposure to modern software development, tooling and environments

• Strong attention to detail with ability to work systematically to complete project requirements

• Ability to multi-task in a multifaceted, constantly evolving environment, bringing a strong work ethic and integrity

• Must be a great teammate, be able to work a flexible schedule and have a high level of integrity

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• Experience within a motorsports organization, utilizing simulation

• Experience using graphics creation and editing suites (Blender, etc.)

• Proficiency with motorsports data analysis platforms such as Pi Toolbox, MoTeC i2, or McLaren ATLAS

• Prior experience utilizing rFactor Pro Motorsport applications

• Experience working with LiDAR 3D point clouds

• Familiarity with modern software development tools and environments, including C#, Python and Git

• Experience working with Driver-in-the-Loop (DiL) simulators

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