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Job Description

At General Motors, our product teams are redefining mobility. Through a human-centered design process, we create vehicles and experiences that are designed not just to be seen, but to be felt. We’re turning today’s impossible into tomorrow’s standard —from breakthrough hardware and battery systems to intuitive design, intelligent software, and next-generation safety and entertainment features.

Every day, our products move millions of people as we aim to make driving safer, smarter, and more connected, shaping the future of transportation on a global scale.

The Role

GM Performance and Racing wants you to join our growing team! Our Mission is to pursue the world's best propulsion development capabilities while meeting current racing and high-performance program requirements. We value our people, our individual contributions, and our collective goal to push the performance boundaries and WIN!

We are seeking an experienced Dynamometer Technician with a passion for racing to support Racing Teams, Performance Parts, and Electrification (E-motor) in the development and validation of hardware and calibrations for racing, crate engines, and E-motors within the performance envelope.

Collaborating with the GM Racing Dyno/I&E Team group leader and in support of Dynamometer Testing Operations, you will work with Racing and Performance Test Engineers to aid in testing requirements to include development work associated with hardware and software changes to optimize performance. Assisting with durability and hot tests of crate engines will also be a part of your team role. Completing test plans while working with engineering teams, mechanical work and maintenance of the test article and test cell, support test setups and removals, and maintain various support equipment in the cells are key. The successful Motorsports Dynamometer Technician understands the purpose, function, and interaction of all test cell controls and equipment as well as the performance goals of the test at-hand, works collaboratively and positively with their peers, ensures the quality and integrity of all data, and always strives to WIN!

What You’ll Do

+ Champion safety for yourself and others in all aspects of the work

+ Conduct a wide variety of performance and racing ICE and E-motor dynamometer testing

+ Collect, review, and validate testing data for accuracy and quality

+ Work with engineers on updates to new testing procedures, equipment, and method

+ Advise engineers on updates to new testing procedures, equipment, and methods

+ Work closely with the Instrumentation & Equipment team to provide information and mentorship relative to test cell status and performance

+ Apply problem solving techniques to drive continuous improvement

Additional Job Description:

What You’ll Need (Required Qualifications)

+ 2-year associate degree in mechanical/engineering field, or 5+ years of equivalent experience in related field

+ 3+ years of proven ability: install and remove **automotive** engines in a dynamometer test cell; instrumentation and diagnostics in a dynamometer test cell; engine component installation and replacement; PUMA, INCA, and Indicom Test Bed Systems

+ Problem solving and analytical skills

+ Intimate understanding of ICE and E-motor functionality and performance optimization

+ Strong mechanical and fabrication skills

+ Emerging partnership and teamwork skills and ability to learn from and share knowledge with co-workers in a fast-paced environment

+ Consistently demonstrates innovative thinking that is customer-centric

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

+ GM Global High Voltage (Labs) “2L” certification

+ Direct experience with testing E-motors

+ Strong fabrication and welding expertise

+ Prior Racing or Performance experience

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 onsite. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis.

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

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