Technical Specialist - ICE Valvetrain

Key Responsibilities

• Direct the design and execution of the engine valvetrain system, including camshaft assembly, finger follower assembly, intake and exhaust valves, and pneumatic valve spring system.
• Lead the design and analysis of the full valvetrain system to achieve targets for stress, stiffness, mass, durability, and cost.
• Direct the design and analysis of camshaft and fuel pump lift profiles.
• Direct the design and analysis of roller finger follower camshaft and valve tip contact surfaces.
• Direct the design and analysis of the pneumatic valvetrain system, including concept selection, performance requirements, and packaging within the engine.
• Guide and review valvetrain engineering work completed by outside partners.
• Define testing requirements to verify performance and reliability for components and complete systems.
• Establish quality checks for components and systems upon receipt and before testing or engine build.
• Respond to technical questions from GMPPU leadership and cross-functional colleagues regarding system performance and reliability.
• Mentor junior designers and engineers as requested by leadership.
• Lead and contribute to design reviews, ensuring technical accuracy, feasibility, and compliance with engineering standards.
• Support program execution by meeting milestones, deliverables, and technical objectives while communicating progress, risks, and mitigation strategies to leadership.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in a similar role or environment working with high-level racing engine parts and subsystems.
• Experience or strong understanding of: Engine valvetrain design and basic analysis.
• Siemens NX and affiliated tools preferred.
• GT-Suite or equivalent engine design tools.
• Knowledge of engineering fundamentals and first-principles problem solving.
• Understanding of materials behavior, structural response, and thermal/mechanical loading.
• Strong problem-solving skills, analytical thinking, and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and information-sharing skills with the ability to influence teams and align leadership and engineering disciplines.
• Demonstrated experience developing junior engineers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Formula 1, motorsport, or other high-performance racing engine environments.
• Familiarity with pneumatic valvetrain systems and high-speed valvetrain dynamics.
• Strong collaboration skills across design, analysis, manufacturing, and supplier teams.
• Proven ability to balance technical rigor with delivery against aggressive program timelines.