Powertrain Simulation Engineer

Coventry
1 year ago
Applications closed

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

  • The company currently seeking a highly motivated engineer with a pro-active attitude, excellent problem-solving skills and solid technical engineering background.

  • You will join a highly dynamic team working on new technologies in the fields of electrification and powertrain performance in the automotive industry.

  • You will join the CAE & Data Science Team and co-operate closely with our established engineering team, whilst taking responsibility within our internal and customer projects.

  • Your role will be focused on 1D Powertrain and Vehicle Systems Simulations.

  • Our engineers are typically exposed to multiple different projects during their career working with us.

  • The role is therefore particularly suited to people who will enjoy the opportunity to gain experience in new areas and who can rapidly self-start, combining creative and analytical problem-solving skills.

    YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Perform 1D Modelling and simulation activities for ICE/electrified powertrains and vehicles focused on Performance & Efficiency (MATLAB/Simulink/ GT Suite/ AVL Cruise-M)

  • Perform data processing and analysis, with reporting to internal and customer teams and management

  • Support system analysis projects, across internal and customer opportunities covering a range of battery and powertrain concepts

  • Contribute to the design and development of powertrain components by performing structural simulations, impact analysis and optimization studies to enhance product performance

  • Present results and recommendation of analysis to stakeholders

  • Support internal AVL presentations and participate in trainings and knowledge exchange

    YOUR PROFILE:

    Essential:

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant engineering area (Mechanical, Automotive, Electric/Electronics)

  • Experience in 1D CAE simulations for ICE & electric powertrains, batteries, model correlation & validation against test data (using Simulink/GT Suite/ AVL cruise-M)

  • Good experience in scripting using Python

  • Excellent analytical skills with ability to make clear technical recommendations across multifunctional disciplines

  • Self-starter with the ability work with high level instruction

  • Ability to communicate technical information effectively

  • Flexibility to work across multiple projects/locations

  • Open minded, flexible ‘can do’ attitude

    WE OFFER:

  • EV Lease Scheme (Salary Sacrifice)

  • Flexi-time (applies to most roles)

  • Private Medical Insurance and Health Cash Plan

  • Cycle to Work Scheme

  • 25 days holiday per year (increases by 1 day annually up to the max. of 28 days)

  • Special occasion leave (eligibility after probation, subject to conditions)

  • Pension scheme

  • Life Assurance and Income Protection Insurance

  • One paid professional membership annually

    We will process your CV and personal information to assess your suitability for the role. If we wish to consider you further, we will register your personal information in our database and contact you. We may contact you from time to time about other relevant roles. Your personal information will be securely held. For more information please refer to our privacy notice, a copy of which can be found on our website. – Select Engineering Limited

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