Job Description
Job Title : Vehicle Dynamics Simulation
Location : Newark, CA
Duration : Long Term
Client : Lucid Motors
Job Summary
The Senior Engineer – Vehicle Dynamics Simulation will lead the development of ride, handling, steering, and braking attributes from concept to production. The role involves creating, maintaining, and applying vehicle and system-level models to optimize dynamic performance and ensure a world-class driving experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, maintain, and utilize vehicle and subsystem simulation models to support vehicle design and development.
- Analyze simulation results to provide objective data and guidance for tuning and improving vehicle dynamics and durability.
- Correlate simulation models with real-world test data to validate model accuracy.
- Conduct subjective evaluation of vehicle dynamics performance using a driving simulator.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with development engineers, software engineers, and system owners throughout the vehicle development lifecycle.
Required Qualifications
5+ years of automotive industry experience with a solid understanding of vehicle dynamics principles .3+ years of proven experience in ADAMS, CarRealTime, CarMaker, CarSim , or similar multibody simulation tools.Strong understanding of Matlab / Simulink fundamentals .Familiarity with Python and C++ for simulation scripting and automation.Preferred Qualifications
8+ years of relevant automotive engineering experience.Working knowledge of additional tools such as Dymola , MatLab , Python , etc.Understanding of vehicle assembly plant processes and manufacturing practices.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.Creative and proactive mindset with the ability to lead design development and execution.Education
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Automotive, or related Engineering discipline ( BS / BEng or MS / MEng ).Must haves :
1. 5 or more years of Automotive experience with a solid understanding of vehicle dynamics principles2. Minimum 3 years' Proven experience in ADAMS, CarRealTime, CarMaker, CarSim or similar3. Minimum 3 years Understanding of Matlab / Simulink fundamentals