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Program Manager - Power Unit Utilization

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GM Performance Power Units

Concord, NC (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 8 weeks ago (Updated 7 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 5/27/2026

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Program Manager
  • Power Unit Utilization Concord, NC Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Qualifications Project team coordination Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering Technical documentation Engineering Competitive analysis Mechanical Engineering Data reporting Improving operational efficiency Databases Analysis skills Bachelor's degree Continuous improvement Predictive analytics Regression testing Benchmarking Senior level Cross-functional collaboration Escalation handling Cross-functional team management Communication skills Project stakeholder communication Cross-functional communication Full Job Description GM Performance Power Units•Concord, NC Program Manager•Power Unit Utilization•Onsite Job Summary GM Performance Power Units (GM PPU) is seeking an experienced and highly organized Program Manager•Power Unit Utilization to lead coordination and execution across multiple technical groups supporting our next-generation Formula 1 Power Unit.
As the end user of the product, the Power Unit Utilization Department encompasses a diverse range of engineering disciplines, requiring seamless collaboration throughout the organization to maximize performance, reliability, and operational efficiency. This is a rare opportunity to be a key member of the Cadillac Formula 1 Power Unit Program—working with cutting-edge hybrid technology that will debut in the 2029 FIA Formula 1 World Championship. The role is based at our U.S. headquarters in Concord, North Carolina, where the power units are designed, assembled, and validated to deliver uncompromising performance. Key Responsibilities Lead day-to-day coordination across the Power Unit Utilization Department and interfacing technical groups, ensuring alignment on deliverables, timelines, and quality standards. Stay current with FIA technical and sporting regulations, identifying and communicating potential impacts to internal stakeholders and project plans. Manage program risks, dependencies, and technical documentation to maintain full transparency across engineering teams. Drive clear communication channels across reliability, performance, controls, and trackside operations to deliver maximum power unit effectiveness. Develop and maintain structured reporting tools and data-driven insights to support continuous improvement in performance metrics. Facilitate problem-solving initiatives and escalation processes to ensure timely resolution of issues affecting program success. Department Integration Areas Reliability Direct teardown and component analysis scheduling. Oversee interdepartmental data flow for reliability trends, failure modeling, and predictive analytics. Manage the component lifecycle database and parts library. Review failure statistics and establish best-practice processes for failure prediction and continuation judgment. Controls Coordinate software and hardware development efforts, from initial requirement capture to validation testing. Support code release planning, regression testing, and hardware-in-the-loop validation. Maintain awareness of control system performance and ensure proper documentation and version control. Vehicle Performance Oversee vehicle simulation workstreams, including pre-race and post-race analysis. Support integration of performance data between dyno, track, and simulation outputs. Ensure key insights are effectively communicated to all stakeholders to guide development priorities. Trackside Support Develop and maintain operational procedures and methodologies for trackside execution. Manage power unit allocation and component usage across events. Coordinate factory-to-track communications, training programs, and race simulations. Lead competitor analysis efforts to benchmark and identify opportunities for strategic performance gains. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Mechanical Engineering, Program Management, or a related technical discipline. Proven experience managing complex, multidisciplinary technical programs—ideally within motorsport, automotive, or aerospace sectors. Exceptional organizational, analytical, and communication skills; able to translate technical challenges into actionable plans. Strong understanding of hybrid power unit systems and the operational environment of Formula 1 or similarly high-performance programs. Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced, detail-oriented team culture focused on precision and technological excellence. Why Join Us You'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the reliability and performance of a next-generation Formula 1 power unit. Our culture rewards precision, innovation, and the relentless pursuit of performance.
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GM Performance Power Units and all affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity employer(s). Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For more information regarding the EEOC, please visit https://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf. Only direct hires need apply to or inquire about job postings at GM Performance Power Units. We are not accepting calls, resumes or applications from recruiting firms at this time.

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