Senior Propulsion Performance Engineer

United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Automotive, Electric VehiclesIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering and at least 5 years of product engineering experience, including electrified propulsion. Strong abilities in leading complex technical projects with cross-functional teams, defining approaches for ambiguous problems, creativity, interpersonal and communication skills, project management, and negotiation are required. A Master of Engineering degree and 8+ years of electrification engineering experience are preferred.

Responsibilities

The Senior Propulsion Performance Engineer will develop new propulsion system architectures with a hardware focus, leading cross-functional teams through the Advanced Technology Work (ATW) development phase. Responsibilities include balancing vehicle and propulsion system requirements, ensuring alignment with customer expectations, meeting performance and cost targets, developing high-fidelity analytical models and component designs, leading trade studies, engaging with various teams for project completion, collaborating with R&D on advanced research, developing advanced propulsion technologies, benchmarking industries for innovation, and documenting new ideas for intellectual property protection.

Skills

Propulsion System Architecture

Hardware Development

Electrified Propulsion Systems

Battery Systems

Electric Vehicles

System Requirements

Performance Targets

Cost Targets

Analytical Modeling

Component Design

Controls Development

Trade Studies

Range Optimization

Drive Quality

Collaboration

Cross-functional Team Leadership

General Motors

Designs, manufactures, and sells vehicles

About General Motors

General Motors designs, manufactures, and sells vehicles and vehicle parts, catering to individual consumers, businesses, and government entities. The company operates in both traditional internal combustion engine vehicles and the growing electric vehicle (EV) market, generating revenue through vehicle sales and financing services. GM stands out from competitors with its commitment to community service, sustainability, and diversity, as evidenced by a majority female Board of Directors. The company's goal is to balance traditional automotive manufacturing with technological advancements in electric and autonomous vehicles.

Detroit, MichiganHeadquarters

1908Year Founded

$486.7MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Automotive & Transportation, Financial ServicesIndustries

10,001+Employees