Modelling & Simulation Engineer (Hiring Immediately)

Job Title: Modelling & Simulation Engineer – Formula E

Reports To : Head of Performance

Direct Reports : None

Role Purpose:

To develop and use our vehicle and energy management simulation tools in order to maximise performance.

Job Responsibilities:

As a full time, permanent Modelling & Simulation Engineer you will:

• Develop advanced vehicle models across a range of software applications and languages in order to understand & improve our vehicle performance.
• Write in-house software applications to optimise our in-car energy management strategy.
• Use the latest methods in Machine Learning to produce predictive models for vehicle systems.
• Improve the performance and accuracy of existing models and algorithms.
• Continually research simulation methods to ensure our models and algorithms are industry leading.
• Work closely with race engineering & simulator departments to deliver accurate simulation results, both pre & in-race/test.
• Support race and test events with analytical support & performance advice.
• Pro-actively lead model correlation activities to improve simulation accuracy.

Experience & Qualifications:

• Previous experience in industry and/or Academia in vehicle simulation and optimisation.
• Strong degree in Engineering, Computer Science or Maths, minimum Masters level.
• Proficiency and interest in computational methods and numerical analysis
• Proficient with programming and analysis languages e.g. Matlab, Python, JavaScipt C++, C, & C#
• Good familiarity with various optimisation theories, linear optimal control and mathematical solver types.
• Experience with Simulink, Canopy & Simpack an advantage
• Knowledge of Tyres, Vehicle Dynamics & Aerodynamics. Experience with performance control systems an advantage.

Person Specification:

• Self-motivated problem solver with a “Can do” attitude and high levels of initiative.
• Enquiring mindset and creative thinker, with high levels of pride and accuracy in their work.
• Calm & confident communicator with the ability to communicate complex information clearly, sometimes within a high-pressure / time-sensitive environment.
• Flexible & comfortable with occasional travel. Event support could require working long hours over weekends.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Highest levels of professionalism and integrity

Piques your interest? Please contact me today.

📲-07725455949

💻-alex@e-volvetalent.com