About the role#
GM Performance Power Units is hiring a Supplier and Process Quality Engineering Intern for the Summer 2027 term. You will work on-site in Concord, North Carolina, supporting quality activities for Formula 1 power unit components. This role provides hands-on experience with nonconformance management, inspection, control planning, and continuous improvement under the guidance of experienced quality professionals.
What you'll do#
- Assist with daily quality activities, records, and improvement projects.
- Support the creation and review of Supplier Deviation Requests and Nonconformance Reports.
- Organize and analyze quality data to support root cause investigations and corrective actions.
- Help Procurement and Quality teams with supplier evaluation, onboarding, and inspection data collection.
- Assist in developing control plans for incoming parts, raw materials, and assembly processes.
- Coordinate with departments like Manufacturing Engineering, Design, Additive Manufacturing, and Metrology to manage quality requirements.
- Plan for upcoming builds by identifying inspection needs and measurement tools.
- Participate in supervised inspections of precision components and document results.
- Contribute to Advanced Product Quality Planning and the revision of Quality Management System documentation.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or Quality Engineering.
- Interest in manufacturing, metrology, inspection, and continuous improvement.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools.
- Exposure to CAD software like NX or SolidWorks is helpful.
- Coursework or projects involving engineering drawings, statistics, or manufacturing processes.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow technical instructions.
- Ability to work effectively with internal teams and external suppliers.
- Willingness to ask questions, accept feedback, and learn new processes.
- Ability to work in race shop and commercial facility environments, including areas that may be loud or high-traffic.
Location & details#
- Location: Concord, North Carolina
- Term: Summer 2027
- Modality: On-site
- Status: Full-time, paid internship
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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