System Simulation Engineer

You are an experienced automotive/class 8 simulation engineer looking to get to the next level and participate in multiple aspects of a project instead of one narrow portion!This Jobot Job is hosted by: Felix FrydbergAre you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume.Salary: $130,000 - $145,000 per year

A bit about us:As a publicly traded start-up with a solid financial position and a mission to revolutionize the transportation industry, your career is well positioned to achieve significant growth and impact. With a focus on EV/Hybrid and other new power source solutions, you are at the forefront of developing cutting-edge technology that has the potential to reduce CO2 emissions and improve the efficiency of the transportation industry. With 6 years of experience and a commitment to innovation, our company is well positioned to succeed in this rapidly evolving market.

Why join us?As a leading organization in building electric vehicles (EVs), your goal of minimizing CO2 emissions and transforming product delivery aligns with the global push towards sustainability and clean energy. Your work in this field is crucial in helping to create a more environmentally conscious future and contribute to a better world for future generations.

Job DetailsOur client, a company revolutionizing the trucking industry, is searching for a Senior Engineer - System Simulation to join its engineering team in Austin, Texas. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to play a vital role in a rapidly growing company. We are seeking motivated and exceptional individuals who are eager to revolutionize the industry, reduce fuel consumption, and have a great time while doing it.The Senior Engineer will work with a seasoned engineering team on the simulation, design, testing, and implementation of both mechanical and electrical powertrain systems. In this role, you will be accountable for modeling and simulating system- and sub-system level concepts and designs to predict their effect on vehicle attributes such as performance, thermal management, and energy utilization/efficiency.Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting and leading vehicle-level, sub-system, and component 1D simulation activities
• Leading the development of powertrain systems and thermal management modeling
• Correlating simulation results with test data
• Evaluating algorithms and control systems for energy utilization/efficiency improvements
• Evaluating and managing simulation tools for unique applications
• Advancing client's vehicle and thermal system modeling capabilities and toolsets
• Supporting client's software/strategy team for real-time vehicle control development
• Guiding outsourced simulation activities at supplier/third party engineering providers

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• 4+ years of relevant industry experience
• Strong knowledge of vehicle system simulation
• Detailed knowledge of vehicle thermal management systems and simulations
• Solid understanding of hybrid-electric applications and system design
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• 7+ years of industry experience, particularly in Class-8/commercial vehicles
• Experience in product development, specifically powertrain and/or cooling systems
• Engineering experience in an OEM

The ideal candidate will have strong follow-through and a self-starter mentality. They will be able to understand and follow complex verbal and written instructions, and have the ability to work well in a fast-paced environment. Some travel (10-15% of time) may be required to visit engineering providers and hardware suppliers.Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button.