Senior Engineer (m/f/d) Performance & Simulation

Toyota Racing WEC; Köln; Vor Ort; EUR 70.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

30 days annual holiday

Car leasing

Free on-site gym

Zusammenfassung

Toyota Racing WEC in Germany seeks an Engineer Performance & Simulation (m/f/d) to optimise race car performance through advanced simulation and data analysis. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams on Le Mans Hypercar, GT3 and road car projects to transfer technologies from race to road.

Join a 500-strong motorsport-focused team and apply your skills in Python, MATLAB, vehicle dynamics, and AI/ML to improve model accuracy, KPIs, and development processes while remaining at the

Qualifikationen

• Academic degree in mechanical engineering, mathematics, computer science or related field; PhD advantageous.
• Strong programming skills in Python and MATLAB.
• Knowledge of vehicle dynamics, tyres, suspension, aerodynamics or control systems.
• Experience with vehicle dynamics simulation software.
• Proficiency in time-series data viewers such as ATLAS or Wintax.
• Familiarity with signal processing and optimisation theory.
• AI/ML knowledge is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Analyse simulation results from offline tools, driver-in-the-loop and track data.
• Identify areas for improvement and recommend design or process changes.
• Conduct investigations to enhance vehicle performance.
• Validate models by comparing predictions with real-world data.
• Develop metrics to support performance analysis and optimisation.
• Apply in-house optimisation techniques to improve performance and reliability.
• Document findings, assumptions, methodologies and results clearly.
• Contribute to internal processes and stay updated on trends and new concepts.

Kenntnisse

Python

MATLAB

Vehicle Dynamics

Tyres

Suspension

Aerodynamics

Control Systems

AI/ML

Time-series data analysis

Data visualization

Ausbildung

Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ATLAS

Wintax

Vehicle dynamics simulation software

Jobbeschreibung

Don’t just go to work; become part of a unique company within a fast-moving industry. TOYOTA RACING – creating excitement through team spirit and advanced technology

As an Engineer Performance & Simulation (m/f/d), you will play a key role in the field of race car performance optimisation and participate in road car projects that facilitate technology transfer from race to road cars. You will optimise car performance through simulation and data analysis with continuous improvement to internal methodologies and processes. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to improve the performance and reliability of Le Mans Hypercar, GT3 and road car projects.

Are you a team player who thrives on responsibility, with strong analytical skills and a very good understanding of vehicle dynamics? Then you may be the right person to take on this challenge. Experience team work and be inspired by the passion of our 500‑strong workforce for motorsport and automotive projects.

What we offer

• exciting projects and a place for technical freedom and innovation to get things moving
• attractive benefits packages e.g. competitive remuneration, social benefits, 30 days annual holiday, car leasing, free on‑site gym
• a challenging, fulfilling workplace in a multi‑national company within a familiar atmosphere - driven by fascination and passion

Your Tasks

• Analyse simulation results from offline simulation tools, driver‑in‑loop simulator and track data to evaluate vehicle performance
• Identify areas for improvement and recommend design or process modifications
• Conduct investigative studies using analytical or simulation approach to enhance vehicle performance
• Validate simulation models by comparing predictions with real‑world data to ensure correlation accuracy
• Develop and implement metrics (KPIs) to support performance analysis optimisation
• Apply and develop in‑house optimization techniques to enhance vehicle performance and reliability
• Regularly communicate findings and recommendations of simulation and analytical studies with clearly written documentation including assumptions, methodologies and results
• Contribute to the development and improvement of internal processes and methodologies while contributing to vehicle development through evaluation of new vehicle concepts. Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies and best practices

The successful candidate will

• have an academic degree in mechanical engineering, mathematics, computer science or a related field; A Ph.D. may be an advantage
• show a high proficiency with scripting languages such as Python and MATLAB is a requirement
• display knowledge of one or more of the following areas of vehicle science: Vehicle Dynamics, Tyres, Suspension, Aerodynamics or Control Systems
• have experience with vehicle dynamics simulation software
• be proficient with time‑series data viewer software such as ATLAS or Wintax
• display knowledge and experience of signal processing theory and techniques
• be familiar with optimisation theory and techniques
• experience with artificial intelligence and machine learning may be an advantage

If you are a dedicated and experienced engineer with a passion for Motorsport and have the qualifications and skills described above, we encourage you to apply for this challenging and rewarding position.

Join our team and contribute to the success of our team. We look forward to having you on board!