What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vehicle Dynamics Engineer position at RGBSI?
Title Senior Engineer in Vehicle Dynamics Development
As 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 Lucid 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 team
Qualification:
• 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 qualifications
Education
• BS/BEng or MS/MEng, or equivalent experience, in Mechanical Engineering