Junior Mechanical Simulation Engineer
Location: Concord, NC
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience Level: Entry-Level

Role Summary
GM Performance Power Units is seeking a Junior Mechanical Simulation Engineer to join our Power Unit team in Concord, NC. In this entry-level role, you will build expertise across Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Multi-Body Dynamics (MBD), and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) to support the design, validation, and optimization of high-performance power unit components and systems.
As a part of the team that will introduce an American built power unit to the pinnacle of motorsport, Formula 1, this position provides hands-on exposure to world-class race engineering challenges. You will develop into a versatile simulation specialist, contributing to the performance and reliability of power units built to compete at the highest levels of racing.

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

Required Qualifications

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 Qualifications

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

By joining GM Performance Power Units, you will:

Help deliver simulation-driven performance improvements directly impacting race results
Contribute to the development of industry-leading simulation and validation practices
Gain experience in a fast-paced engineering environment where innovation drives success
Work in a team that thrives on passion, precision, and the pursuit of motorsport excellence

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