GM Performance Power Units ยท 2 weeks ago
Junior Simulation Engineer
Concord, NC
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelGM Performance Power Units is seeking a Junior Mechanical Simulation Engineer to join their Power Unit team in Concord, NC. In this entry-level role, you will build expertise in Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Multi-Body Dynamics (MBD), and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) to support the design and optimization of high-performance power unit components.
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Responsibilities
Perform FEA, MBD, and CFD simulations on power unit components and assemblies
Conduct static, dynamic, thermal, and fatigue analyses
Support performance, reliability, and cost optimization through simulation-based validation
Collaborate with senior engineers on high-load and high-performance design challenges
Validate simulations through correlation with physical testing and measured data
Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of simulation workflows
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
Experience or strong interest in one or more of: Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Multi-Body Dynamics (MBD), Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
Sound knowledge of engineering fundamentals and first-principles problem solving
Familiarity with tools such as Abaqus, OptiStruct, AVL Excite, Star CCM+, HyperMesh, or SimLab
Understanding of materials, structural behavior, and thermal/mechanical loading
Strong interest in motorsport and high-performance engineering
Preferred
Experience with internal combustion engines or rotating machinery
Knowledge of fatigue analysis, vibration theory, resonance, and forced response
Exposure to advanced fluid dynamics, turbulence models, and heat transfer
Programming or scripting skills (Python, MATLAB)
Hands-on motorsport experience
Company
GM Performance Power Units
GM Performance Power Units develops hybrid and electric powertrains for Cadillac's Formula 1 program.
Founded in 2024
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase