Design Lead, Technical - Performance and Racing job opportunity at General Motors.



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General Motors Design Lead, Technical - Performance and Racing
Experience: 7-years
Pattern: full-time
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Technical - Performance and Racing

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loacation Pontiac, Michigan, United States of America, United States Of America
loacation Pontiac, Michi..........United States Of America

Job Description Hybrid:  This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Pontiac, MI four (4) times per week, at minimum.  The Role The GM Motorsports Propulsion and Performance Team supports a wide range of racing series in which GM competes by providing propulsion system design, development, assembly, and trackside support. These series include, but are not limited to, NASCAR, LMDh, GT3 Corvette Racing, IndyCar, and off-road racing. In addition to motorsports, the team drives product development for Chevrolet Performance Parts projects, encompassing high-performance aftermarket crate engines, transmissions, electrification initiatives, GM Marine applications, and Original Equipment (OE) sales. As the Design Lead in Performance and Racing, you will lead a team of designers and design engineers to develop innovative design solutions for complex systems and subsystems. Serve as the primary liaison between engineering and your design team, ensuring adherence to organizational standards and timely delivery of program requirements. Collaborate with Program Managers and Engineers across Performance and Racing teams. Requires expertise in GM CAD tools, data management systems, Product Life-cycle Management, GD&T application, and design best practices. Strong problem-solving skills, creativity, and ability to work independently are essential. What You’ll Do Manage project timing and deliverables for assigned design work. Ensure adherence to design standards and best practices set by leadership. Provide regular updates on project status and timing to the Design Group Manager and program teams. Mentor team members on system requirements, CAD tools, and data management processes. Develop and refine component and assembly designs to meet program deadlines. Apply advanced modeling methods and virtual integration techniques. Drive design quality through reviews, analysis, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Incorporate manufacturability and design-for-assembly principles into all designs. Support CAE studies and apply NX analysis results to optimize solutions. Lead integration of components and subsystems into complete systems. Document specifications and maintain accurate math data for all designs. Share lessons learned and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Communicate effectively with stakeholders and proactively resolve technical issues. Ensure high-quality, on-time release of math models and design data. What You’ll Need (Required Qualifications) Bachelor’s degree in Design Engineering or related field 7+ years of experience in automotive or mechanical design engineering Expert-level proficiency in NX CAD and GM Data Management systems High-level, expert understanding of powertrain and engine components Proven design experience with powertrain components Extensive knowledge of designing for manufacturing processes, including castings, stampings, plastic moldings Strong understanding of design standards, best practices, and global design guidelines Proven ability to lead complex design projects and mentor junior engineers Experience with manufacturability principles, design-for-assembly, and integration Familiarity with CAE analysis, clearance studies, and virtual integration methods Excellent communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams Ability to work under compressed timelines and deliver high-quality results What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications) Master’s degree in Design Engineering or related field Experience in Motorsport and High-Performance Powertrain #LI-LP2 

GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc).

This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week {or other frequency dictated by their manager}.

This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

 About GM Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all. Why Join Us   We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team. Benefits Overview From day one, we're looking out for your well-being–at work and at home–so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards resources . Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.) General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.  We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire . Accommodations General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us or call us at 800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

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