Range and Efficiency Engineer.

Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group in Detroit, MI seeks a Range and Efficiency Engineer for electric and hybrid powertrains.

You will set targets, run simulations with GT-SUITE, AVL Cruise, and MATLAB/Simulink, and collaborate with aerodynamics, thermal, and powertrain teams to improve range and energy efficiency. You will analyze designs and test under varying conditions to drive energy-saving features.

Qualifications

• Automotive powertrain optimization experience preferred.
• Proficiency in simulation-driven design and engineering analysis.

Responsibilities

• Set and track range and efficiency targets for electric and hybrid powertrains.
• Conduct detailed simulations to optimize aerodynamics, rolling resistance, and powertrain efficiency using GT-SUITE, AVL Cruise, and MATLAB/Simulink.
• Collaborate with aerodynamics, thermal, and powertrain teams to integrate energy-efficient technologies and design optimizations.
• Analyze vehicle designs for energy loss sources and implement design modifications to maximize range and minimize power consumption.
• Correlate simulation results with real-world data to improve predictive accuracy under varying driving conditions.
• Document findings and recommendations for range and efficiency improvements with actionable feedback for future iterations.
• Develop methods for continuous improvement in vehicle energy efficiency, including materials and power management strategies.
• Conduct vehicle range tests in different environmental conditions to assess battery efficiency and overall performance.

Skills

Aerodynamics

Energy efficiency

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

GT-SUITE

AVL Cruise

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

• Focused on maximizing range and energy efficiency for electric and hybrid vehicles, this role involves setting efficiency targets, conducting simulations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate energy-saving features. The Range and Efficiency Engineer ensures optimal vehicle performance by improving aerodynamics, rolling resistance, and powertrain efficiency.
  

• Focused on maximizing range and energy efficiency for electric and hybrid vehicles, this role involves setting efficiency targets, conducting simulations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate energy-saving features. The Range and Efficiency Engineer ensures optimal vehicle performance by improving aerodynamics, rolling resistance, and powertrain efficiency.
  

Key Responsibilities

• Set and track range and efficiency targets specific to electric and hybrid powertrains, aligning performance with product requirements and customer expectations.
• Conduct detailed simulations to optimize vehicle aerodynamics, rolling resistance, and powertrain efficiency using tools like GT-SUITE, AVL Cruise, and MATLAB/Simulink.
• Collaborate with aerodynamics, thermal, and powertrain engineering teams to integrate energy-efficient technologies and design optimizations, including lightweight materials and regenerative braking systems.
• Analyze vehicle designs for energy loss sources and implement design modifications to maximize range and minimize power consumption.
• Correlate simulation results with real-world on-road data, refining models to improve predictive accuracy and ensure efficient performance under varying driving conditions.
• Document findings and recommendations for range and efficiency improvements, providing actionable insights and design feedback for future product iterations.
• Develop methods for continuous improvement in vehicle energy efficiency, exploring advanced materials, aerodynamics enhancements, and power management strategies.
• Conduct vehicle range tests in various environmental conditions, including different temperatures, terrains, and load scenarios, to assess the impact on battery efficiency and overall vehicle performance.