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General Motors Motorsport Harness and Electronics Technician in Pontiac, Michigan

Job Description

Onsite - This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Pontiac, MI on a full-time basis.

The Role

The role of a Motorsport Harness and Electronics Technician is crucial in the high-stakes world of racing, where every second and every detail can be the difference between victory and defeat. This position requires a meticulous and knowledgeable individual who can handle the intricate work of fabricating and repairing engine wiring harnesses, ensuring they meet the rigorous standards necessary for peak performance and endurance.

The ideal candidate will possess a blend of technical expertise and practical experience, particularly within the realms of racing, aerospace, or military applications, where precision and reliability are paramount. With responsibilities extending to the troubleshooting of engine management systems, the technician must be proficient in the use of specialized software and hardware tools to diagnose and resolve any issues swiftly. This role is not just about technical skills; it also demands a commitment to excellence and a passion for the racing industry, as the work directly contributes to the performance and success of the racing teams.

What You’ll Do

  • Support development of next-generation race engine harnesses and control systems

  • Maintain and update documentation of our harnesses and processes for building, testing, and troubleshooting

  • Deliver open and regular communication with the program managers, track support engineers, engine builders, and dyno team

  • Keep records, reports, and schematics updated

  • Maintain stock of components required for harness and sensor building

  • Build, test, solve issues and repair electronic circuits and programmable controls associated with instrumentation systems

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What You’ll Need (Required Qualifications)

  • Associate degree in electrical technology or equivalent job-related experience and training

  • 3 years minimum experience building (automotive or aviation) harnesses in the field of racing, aerospace, military vehicles, or automotive prototypes

  • Soldering (electrical/electronic)

  • Ability to interpret electrical schematics to produce complex wiring harnesses which meet all dimensional, fitment, EMI, performance, and durability requirements

  • Fabrication and testing racing, industrial, and MILSPEC wiring systems & hardware (e.g., Cannon, Deutsch, Autosport, and Amphenol)

  • PC hardware and software system experience

  • Familiar with electrical and mechanical concepts

  • Engage effectively with colleagues and clients, fostering a collaborative and respectful work atmosphere

  • Contribute to group objectives, share responsibilities, and combine strengths to enhance team performance

  • Analytical problem solving

  • Execute tasks efficiently without the need for constant oversight, demonstrating self-motivation and time management skills

  • Previous experience building race engine harnesses preferred

  • Experience building custom wiring for small electro-mechanical devices

  • This job may be eligible for relocation benefits

About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.

Why Join Us

We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

Benefits Overview

The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:

• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;

• Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;

• Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;

• Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values;

• Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;

• Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.

Diversity Information

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statements

GM is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. GM is committed to providing a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and advancing equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, all practices and decisions relating to terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment are made without regard to an individual's protected characteristics. For purposes of this policy, “protected characteristics" include an individual's actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, weight, height, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us at Careers.Accommodations@GM.com or call us at 800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.​

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