Simulation Engineer

Toyota North America; Salisbury (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional growth programs

Vehicle purchase & lease programs

401(k) Savings Plan with company match

Flexible work options

Job summary

Toyota North America in Salisbury, NC is seeking a highly motivated Simulation Engineer to join our Model-Based Simulation team. You'll work with experienced engineers specializing in vehicle dynamics and performance simulation.

The role involves developing and enhancing physics-based vehicle models, supporting validation activities, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Join us to contribute to innovative projects in vehicle performance optimization!

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in vehicle or systems modeling.
• Strong understanding of vehicle dynamics principles.
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance physics-based vehicle models.
• Support model correlation activities.
• Collaborate with specialists to improve simulation accuracy.

Skills

Dymola

MATLAB

Simulink

C++

Python

Vehicle dynamics

Simulation data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Automotive Engineering

Tools

GitLab

Job description

Who we are

Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world’s most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We’re looking for talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.

Overview

Toyota Racing Development inspires the hearts and minds of racing fans, Toyota team members, customers, and the driving public. We are dedicated to advancing automotive engineering and maximizing success. We partner with the finest race teams and drivers who share our passion, and our actions foster an atmosphere of excellence. In our pursuit of becoming the most respected and premier motorsports engineering organization in the world, we are looking for highly motivated applicants for our open positions.

TRD is looking for a highly motivated Simulation Engineer to join our Model-Based Simulation team. You’ll work with a small, experienced group of engineers specializing in vehicle dynamics, tire modeling, aerodynamics, race car performance, and physics-based simulation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance physics‑based vehicle models using Dymola, MATLAB, and Simulink.
• Support model correlation activities validating against test rig, track and DIL simulator data.
• Collaborate with specialists in vehicle dynamics, aerodynamics, and tire modeling to improve simulation accuracy.
• Integrate models into the cloud‑based simulation environment.
• Document modeling approaches, simulation results, and validation processes.
• Participate in Agile sprints, contributing to feature development, testing, and deployment pipelines.
• Use GitLab for version control, CI/CD pipelines, and collaborative development workflows.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in vehicle or systems modeling using Dymola, Modelica, MATLAB, C++ and Python.
• Strong understanding of vehicle dynamics principles.
• Experience with simulation data analysis, model tuning, and correlation techniques.
• Ability to work in a multi‑disciplinary, fast‑paced, and iterative development environment.
• Familiarity with Git‑based version control and collaborative software development.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with race car simulation or performance analysis.
• Experience working in Linux environment.
• Experience integrating simulation models with cloud services or web‑based UIs.
• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines or DevOps workflows using GitLab.

Why Join us

• Collaborative, innovation‑driven culture that values continuous learning and improvement.
• Opportunity to contribute to real‑world vehicle performance optimization through simulation.
• Hands‑on exposure to end‑to‑end model‑based simulation workflows — from model development to deployment.

What We Will Bring

• A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect.
• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement.
• Vehicle purchase & lease programs, comprehensive health care, and wellness plans for your entire family.
• Flexible work options based on business needs.
• Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools and more.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Relocation assistance (if applicable).

Belonging at Toyota

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star. Toyota is proud to have 10+ different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members’ efforts to dream, do and grow without questioning that they belong.

Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

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