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

TOYOTA RACING; Köln; Vor Ort; EUR 70.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive remuneration

30 days annual holiday

Car leasing

Free on-site gym

Zusammenfassung

TOYOTA RACING is seeking an Engineer Performance & Simulation to optimize 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, applying analytics to improve accuracy and reliability.

The role demands scripting in Python/MATLAB, knowledge of vehicle dynamics, and experience with simulation software.

Qualifikationen

• Academic degree in mechanical engineering, mathematics or computer science or related field.
• Ph.D. may be an advantage.
• Strong scripting with Python and MATLAB required.
• Knowledge of vehicle dynamics areas such as dynamics, tyres, suspension, aerodynamics or controls.

Aufgaben

• Analyse simulation results from offline and driver-in-the-loop tools to evaluate vehicle performance.
• Identify improvement areas and propose design or process modifications.
• Con­duct investigative studies to enhance vehicle performance.
• Validate models against real-world data for accuracy.
• Develop KPIs to support performance analysis and optimization.
• Apply in-house optimization techniques to improve vehicle performance and reliability.
• Document findings clearly, including methods and results.
• Contribute to process improvements and stay updated on industry trends.

Kenntnisse

Python

MATLAB

Vehicle Dynamics

Data Analysis

AI/ML

Ausbildung

Mechanical Engineering

Mathematics

Computer Science

Tools

ATLAS

Wintax

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

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 optimisation 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!