Vehicle Dynamics engineer
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Position:
Senior Engineer in Vehicle Dynamics Development - {2880-1)
Location:
Newark, CA
Status:
Contract
Estimated Duration:
9 months contract (Possibility of extension)
Client
Lucid Motors
Estimated Start Date:
Ready to Hire
Job Description:
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 Engineering
- Disqualifiers: Candidates without vehicle dynamics or suspension or development design experience will not be considered.
- Best vs. Average: The ideal resume would contain:
- Specific vehicle dynamics experience for competitors such as General Motors, Porche, BMW specifically.
- Tire development experience- Performance Indicators: Performance will be assessed based on meeting deadlines and quality.Top 3 Hard Skills Required + Years of Experience1. Minimum 3 years' Experience in tuning several of the following: coil springs, air springs, dampers, anti-roll bars, bushings, tires, suspension control software, electric power steering, stability control, torque vectoring systems, and other dynamics-related control systems
2. Minimum 3 years' Experience in both objective and subjective assessment, data acquisition and analysis
3. Minimum 3 years automotive experience with a solid understanding of vehicle dynamics principlesHard Skills Assessments- Expected Dates that Hard Skills Assessments will be scheduled: ASAP
- Hard 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.Title: Senior Engineer in Vehicle Dynamics DevelopmentAs a Senior Engineer in Vehicle Dynamics Development you will support the testing, tuning, development and validation of the best riding and handling vehicles in the world. You will work alongside other development and CAE engineers, mechanical and software engineers and system owners, key stakeholders and management across the company, to develop and deliver world-class suspension, steering, braking, wheel/tire and vehicle dynamics systems from concept to production.Responsibilities:- Develop and iterate vehicle hardware and software calibrations using subjective and data-driven processes
- Install robust data acquisition systems on prototype vehicles; create, perform, analyze, and document test results
- Objective and subjective analysis of attributes, on Client and benchmark vehicles
- Troubleshoot and document mechanical, electrical, and software problems in a fast-paced environment
- Work closely with cross-functional teams from across the business to make efficient, timely, data-driven decisions
- Assist preparation, component upgrades, and maintenance of vehicle dynamics prototype fleet
- Work with multiple complex projects in a demanding environment
- Travel domestically and internationally as required
- A strong desire to create state-of-the-art engineering products as an integral part of a very capable teamQualification:- 5 or more years of automotive experience with a solid understanding of vehicle dynamics principles
- Demonstrated ability to deliver vehicles with world-class dynamics attributes
- Experience in both objective and subjective assessment, data acquisition and analysis
- Experience in tuning several of the following: coil springs, air springs, dampers, anti-roll bars, bushings, tires, suspension control software, electric power steering, stability control, torque vectoring systems, and other dynamics-related control systems
- Knowledge of the basic principles of ADAMS, CarRealTime, CarMaker, CarSim or similar
- Understanding of Matlab/Simulink fundamentals
- Familiarity with Python, C++Advantageous:- Desire for continual learning
- Excellent problem-solving ability, using fundamental principles and data-driven decision making
- Formula/Baja SAE or motorsport background
- Advanced driving qualificationsEducation- BS/BEng or MS/MEng, or equivalent experience, in Mechanical Engineering
Prashanth Mogusani
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