Propulsion Architecture Energy & Performance Engineer (Automotive)

Location: Warren, Michigan, United States; hybrid work with in-office attendance at least 3 times per week

Company

hirify.global develops vehicles and mobility experiences spanning hardware, battery systems, software, safety, and entertainment technologies.

What you will do

• Lead propulsion system analysis and simulation to define system and component requirements for energy, performance, vehicle technical specifications, and regulatory targets.
• Quantify the impact of engine, hybridization, and electrification technologies on energy consumption, performance, and drivability across ICE, HEV, and BEV architectures.
• Evaluate propulsion architectures and technologies, conduct trade studies, and support next-generation system development.
• Collaborate with propulsion performance engineers and component hardware design teams to establish balanced requirements.
• Lead a small global team of analysis engineers and ensure virtual analysis plan deliverables meet program timing.
• Present analytical results to project teams and leadership while developing new analytical methodologies and standard work procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in propulsion engineering.
• Proficiency with MATLAB and Simulink.
• Experience with analysis and simulation tools such as AMEsim, GT Suite, Unified Model (Verde), or comparable energy-consumption platforms.
• Knowledge of engineering mechanics, physics, engines, transmissions, drive units, electric motors, power electronics, and battery technology.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without GM immigration sponsorship; GM does not provide sponsorship for this role.

Nice to have

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience in testing, development, and calibration for energy consumption and performance.
• Experience with system analysis, systems engineering methods, powertrain or vehicle controls.
• Knowledge of applied optimization and design of experiments.

Culture & Benefits

• Work within cross-functional and global engineering teams.
• Benefits and total rewards support employee well-being from the start of employment.
• The role may be eligible for relocation benefits.
• GM promotes an inclusive workplace and equal employment opportunities.

Hiring process

• Role-related assessments and pre-employment screening may be required where applicable.