ERS Thermal Engineer

Job Summary

GM Performance Power Units (GM PPU) is seeking an ERS Thermal Engineer with a Formula 1 background to join their 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.

Benefits

At GM Performance Power Units, you'll benefit from a competitive and comprehensive package designed to support your performance, well-being, and future, helping you thrive at every level. This 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

About the Role

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

GM Performance Power Units and all affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity employers. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For more information regarding the EEOC, please visit https://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf.

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