Description : Request Summary :
- Bill Rate Max :
- / hourly
- Candidate Location Requirements : Newark, CA
- If hybrid, # of days contractor will be required to work onsite : Onsite
- Daily Schedule & OT estimate : M-F 40 hrs / week, Potential OT
- Expenses : N / A
- Chance for Extension (Y / N) : TBD closer to the end date
- Equipment or Software Required : Standard - PC, email and badge access
Typical Day in the Role
Purpose of the Team : The Vehicle Dynamics team focuses on the design and physical development of how the vehicle drives. This sub group focuses specifically splits their time in office and traveling with the vehicles to different test sites to test the functions that they work on.Key projects : This role will contribute to attributes including - steering, handling, breaking performance, etc. and how well the vehicle drives.Typical task breakdown and operating rhythm : The role will consist of responsibilities in the JDCompelling Story & Candidate Value Proposition
What makes this role interesting? - This role provides the opportunity to work with a casual light hearted group of individuals who are dedicated and passionate about the work they produce but create a fun environment while doing so.Candidate Requirements
Years of Experience Required : 3-5 overall years of experience in the field.Degrees or certifications required : BS / BEng or MS / MEng, or equivalent experience, in Mechanical EngineeringDisqualifiers : Candidates without vehicle dynamics or suspension or development design experience will not be considered.Best vs. Average : The ideal resume would contain :Experience with Driver In The Loop software (DIL).Candidates with previous motorsport experienceSAE knowledge or experiencePerformance Indicators : Performance will be assessed based on meeting deadlines and quality.Top 3 Hard Skills Required + Years of Experience
1. 5 or more years of Automotive experience with a solid understanding of vehicle dynamics principles
2. Minimum 3 years' Proven experience in ADAMS, CarRealTime, CarMaker, CarSim or similar
3. Minimum 3 years Understanding of Matlab / Simulink fundamentals
Hard Skills Assessments
Expected Dates that Hard Skills Assessments will be scheduled : ASAPHard Skills Assessment Process : The assessment process will include 1st round recruiting screening and a 2nd round technical screening and a final team panel.Required Candidate Preparation : Once candidates go through the 2nd round assessment, they will need to complete a 3 slide deck presentation which will be presented to the panel in the 3rd round.Senior Engineer - Vehicle Dynamics Simulation
We are looking for a Sr. Engineer - Vehicle Dynamics Simulation to guide development of ride, handling, steering and braking attributes from early concept stage through execution.
You will work with development engineers, software engineers and system owners across the company to develop and deliver world-class suspension, steering, braking wheel / tire and vehicle dynamics systems from concept to production.
The Role :
Develop, maintain and use vehicle / system models to support vehicle design and developmentProvide objective data guidance on vehicle dynamics and durability performance based on simulation outputsGuide vehicle development by subjectively evaluating vehicle dynamics performance in driving simulatorAnalysis of real world test data, correlation of modelsQualifications :
5 or more years of Automotive experience with a solid understanding of vehicle dynamics principlesProven experience in ADAMS, CarRealTime, CarMaker, CarSim or similarUnderstanding of Matlab / Simulink fundamentalsFamiliarity with Python, C++Advantageous :
8+ years of automotive (or relevant) engineering experienceExperience with and / or working knowledge of simulation and analysis tools (e.g. ADAMS, Dymola, Carsim, MatLab, Python, etc.)Experience with and / or good knowledge of vehicle assembly plant processes and practicesA creative problem-solving mindset combined with business acumen to aid teams in obtaining ideas as well as leading development and executionEducation Requirements :
BS / BEng or MS / MEng in a related Engineering disciplineBe part of something amazing :
Come work alongside some of the best and most accomplished minds in the industry. Based in the heart of Silicon Valley, California,
Motors is making significant breakthroughs in clean technology.Custom Fields : Name : Line
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Name : Onsite / Remote Work Capability
Value : Onsite
Name : Business Unit
Value : Research & Development
Name : Employee Class
Value : Contractor
Name : Division
Value : HDW-Product & Chief Engineering
Name : Department
Value : VENG-Vehicle Engineering
Name : Region
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Name : Sub-Department
Value : VEHDYN-VEHDYN-Vehicle Dynamics