Formula SAE IC (May 13-16th)

GM Performance Power Units

Posted 3 months ago

Internship

Concord, North Carolina

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Contribute to the design, simulation, and validation of hybrid Formula 1 power units. Support manufacturing, build, and operational logistics to enable a global championship effort.

Qualifications

You have a passion for Formula 1 and high-performance engineering, with strong technical expertise in mechanical, electrical, or controls systems. You are able to solve problems and thrive in fast-paced environments, driven to contribute to an ambitious Formula 1 program.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Power Unit Engineering

hybrid F1 power units

combustion

turbocharging

ERS

control systems

Precision machining

dyno operation

assembly of F1 hybrid engines

Program planning

supply chain

logistics

quality

Job Description

GM Performance Power Units – Formula 1 Careers

Location: Concord, NC 
Event: Formula SAE IC Class, May 13-16, 2026

GM Performance Power Units, part of TWG Motorsports, is building the next generation of Formula 1 power units. Our mission is to deliver championship-caliber performance through advanced engineering and innovation, supporting General Motors’ entry and long-term success in Formula 1.

We are looking for talented individuals to help shape GM’s journey in the most advanced motorsport in the world. From concept design to dyno validation, every role at GM Performance Power Units directly contributes to pushing the limits of technology and performance on the global stage.

Areas of Opportunity

  • Power Unit Engineering – Design, simulation, calibration, and validation of hybrid F1 power units (combustion, turbocharging, ERS, and control systems).

  • Manufacturing & Build – Precision machining, dyno operation, and assembly of F1 hybrid engines.

  • Program & Operations – Program planning, supply chain, logistics, and quality to enable a global championship effort.

What We Look For

  • Passion for Formula 1 and high-performance engineering

  • Strong technical expertise in mechanical, electrical, controls, or hybrid systems

  • Ability to solve problems and thrive in fast-paced environments

  • Drive to contribute to a new and ambitious Formula 1 program

Why Join GM Performance Power Units?

  • Direct involvement in GM’s groundbreaking Formula 1 hybrid powertrain program

  • Work alongside world-class engineers driving innovation for motorsport’s highest level

  • Career growth within TWG Motorsports and General Motors

  • Be part of motorsport history as GM establishes its Formula 1 legacy


Visit our booth at the Formula SAE IC Michigan to learn more about opportunities at GM Performance Power Units and how you can help power Formula 1’s future.

GM Performance Power Units

GM Performance Power Units LLC, a partnership between General Motors and TWG Motorsports, is dedicated to developing cutting-edge hybrid and electric powertrains for Cadillac's Formula 1 program. GM PPU is focused on advancing GM's capabilities in electrification, hybrid systems, sustainable fuels, and high-efficiency internal combustion engines. We are currently expanding our team and plan to open a dedicated facility near GM's Charlotte Technical Center in 2026. By emphasizing hybrid technology, energy recovery systems, and sustainable fuels that align with Formula 1's new regulations, GM PPU is poised to showcase American engineering excellence on the global Formula 1 stage. This venture leverages GM's expertise in hybrid and electric vehicle technology, demonstrating the company's commitment to innovation and sustainability in one of the world's most prestigious motorsport arenas.
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