Motorsport 1D Fluid Systems Simulation Engineer

Motive Companies, LLC; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Motive Companies, LLC is seeking an experienced 1D Fluid Systems Simulation Engineer for our Santa Clarita, CA team. You will prepare, execute, and analyze system-level simulations with high autonomy, using in-house tools and remote compute clusters.

The role emphasizes GT‑Suite proficiency, DoE, and cross‑functional collaboration to support design and validation of high-performance automotive powertrains. Strong programming skills and familiarity with AVL Concerto and CATIA are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering or equivalent technical background.
• Proficiency with GT‑Suite and at least 3 years using GT‑Suite or equivalent tools (AmeSim, AVL Boost/Excite, Ricardo Valdyn/WAVE/EngDyn).
• Experience in gas-exchange, cooling, hydraulic, and mechanical systems simulation and model correlation.
• Co-simulation and DoE experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with test-data processing tools such as AVL Concerto.
• Programming skills in MATLAB, Java, and Python.
• Working knowledge of iSight, HEEDS, and CATIA is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run system simulations using in-house tools and remote compute clusters.
• Interpret and present simulation results to provide clear insights for design and development teams.
• Create and enhance scripts and macros to streamline automated simulation workflows.
• Develop new analytical techniques to solve complex system analysis challenges.
• Collaborate with design engineers and internal teams to support modeling, validation, and project objectives.
• Assist in the development of parametric component models.
• Apply knowledge of testing methodologies and instrumentation to support validation.
• Prepare detailed technical presentations for reviews and meetings.

Skills

Attention to detail

Autonomy in work

Leadership in development

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's degree in Engineering

Tools

GT-Suite

AmeSim

AVL Boost/Excite

Ricardo Valdyn

WAVE

EngDyn

AVL Concerto

MATLAB

Java

Python

iSight

HEEDS

CATIA

Job description

Motive Companies, LLC is seeking an experienced 1D Fluid Systems Simulation Engineer for our Santa Clarita, CA team. You will prepare, execute, and analyze system-level simulations with high autonomy, using in-house tools and remote compute clusters.

The role emphasizes GT‑Suite proficiency, DoE, and cross‑functional collaboration to support design and validation of high-performance automotive powertrains. Strong programming skills and familiarity with AVL Concerto and CATIA are highly valued.