About the role#
GM Performance Power Units is looking for an intern to join the Energy Recovery System team in Concord, North Carolina. You will support the development of an analog high-voltage battery control box training and test rig. This platform helps train engineers and technicians on safety fundamentals and characterizes subsystems before vehicle integration. You will work with experienced electrical engineers on safety-critical design, high-voltage PCB layout, and commissioning practices for Formula 1 power units.
What you'll do#
- Support schematic capture and component selection for the discrete-analog high-voltage safety path.
- Assist with PCB layout reviews to ensure high-voltage creepage and clearance compliance.
- Help document design margins and test results.
- Draft and pilot-test procedures for high-voltage training modules.
- Participate in bench testing and data collection during rig commissioning.
- Support characterization studies on high-voltage subsystems.
- Observe and assist with high-voltage safety procedures including LOTO, HVIL checks, and insulation-resistance testing.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor or Master degree program for Electrical or Computer Engineering.
- Coursework or lab experience in analog circuit design such as op-amps, comparators, or discrete logic.
- Basic understanding of electrical safety principles.
- Willingness to complete the GMPPU high-voltage safety certification before starting hands-on work.
- Strong attention to detail and disciplined documentation habits.
- Experience with PCB design tools like Altium or KiCad.
- Familiarity with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and bench power supplies.
- Exposure to high-voltage or battery systems through coursework or projects.
- Knowledge of IEC 60664 or similar electrical safety standards.
- Interest in motorsport, hybrid systems, or electric powertrains.
Location & details#
- Location: Concord, North Carolina.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- This is a paid, full-time internship position.
About GM Performance Power Units
GM Performance Power Units is a partnership between General Motors and TWG Motorsports founded in 2024. The company develops hybrid and electric powertrains for the Cadillac Formula 1 program. Its work focuses on energy recovery systems, sustainable fuels, and high-efficiency internal combustion engines. Operations are based in Concord, North Carolina, with a staff of 183 employees.
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