Sr. Mechanical Engineer

Tata Technologies; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Tata Technologies is seeking a Steering Systems Kinematics Simulation Engineer with 7–9 years of experience in steering and chassis systems. You will develop and validate kinematic and dynamic models using MSC ADAMS and support global vehicle development programs.

The role requires strong expertise in multibody dynamics, suspension kinematics, and virtual validation, with collaboration across design, CAE, and vehicle dynamics teams. Excellent communication and reporting skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 7–9 years of experience in automotive steering systems, suspension systems, or vehicle dynamics engineering.
• Proven experience performing steering and chassis kinematics simulations using MSC ADAMS.
• Experience supporting OEM or Tier-1 vehicle development programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain steering system and suspension kinematic models using MSC ADAMS.
• Perform multibody dynamics simulations to assess steering and suspension system performance.
• Conduct kinematic and compliance (K&C) studies and provide design recommendations.
• Analyze steering characteristics including: bump steer, Ackermann geometry, steering ratio, wheel travel behavior, suspension articulation.
• Support virtual validation activities throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Work closely with design, CAE, vehicle integration, and vehicle dynamics teams.
• Correlate simulation results with physical test data and improve model accuracy.
• Participate in technical reviews with customers and provide engineering recommendations.
• Prepare simulation reports, technical presentations, and project documentation.
• Support continuous improvement of simulation processes and methodologies.

Skills

Steering System Kinematics

Suspension Kinematics & Compliance

Multibody Dynamics (MBD)

Vehicle Dynamics Fundamentals

Chassis Systems Engineering

Engineering Data Analysis & Interpret

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related discipline

Master's Degree preferred

Tools

MSC ADAMS/View

MSC ADAMS/Car

Job description

Position Summary

Tata Technologies is seeking a highly skilled Steering Systems Kinematics Simulation Engineer with 7–9 years of experience in steering and chassis systems engineering. The candidate will be responsible for developing and validating steering system kinematic and dynamic models using MSC ADAMS, supporting vehicle development programs for global OEM and Tier-1 customers.

Role Description

The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in multibody dynamics (MBD), steering system performance analysis, suspension kinematics, and virtual validation methodologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain steering system and suspension kinematic models using MSC ADAMS.
• Perform multibody dynamics simulations to assess steering and suspension system performance.
• Conduct kinematic and compliance (K&C) studies and provide design recommendations.
• Analyze steering characteristics including:
  • Bump steer
  • Ackermann geometry
  • Steering ratio
  • Wheel travel behavior
  • Suspension articulation
• Support virtual validation activities throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Work closely with design, CAE, vehicle integration, and vehicle dynamics teams.
• Correlate simulation results with physical test data and improve model accuracy.
• Participate in technical reviews with customers and provide engineering recommendations.
• Prepare simulation reports, technical presentations, and project documentation.
• Support continuous improvement of simulation processes and methodologies.

Required Experience

• 7–9 years of experience in automotive steering systems, suspension systems, or vehicle dynamics engineering.
• Proven experience performing steering and chassis kinematics simulations using MSC ADAMS.
• Experience supporting OEM or Tier-1 vehicle development programs.
• Strong understanding of steering mechanisms and suspension architectures.

Technical Skills (Mandatory)

• MSC ADAMS/View
• MSC ADAMS/Car
• Steering System Kinematics
• Suspension Kinematics & Compliance (K&C)
• Multibody Dynamics (MBD)
• Vehicle Dynamics Fundamentals
• Chassis Systems Engineering
• Engineering Data Analysis & Interpretation

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related discipline.
• Master's Degree preferred

Skills

• MSC ADAMS/View - Creating and analyzing multibody dynamic models.
• MSC ADAMS/Car - Vehicle-level steering and suspension simulations.
• Steering System Kinematics - Analysis of steering geometry and motion behavior.
• Suspension Kinematics & Compliance (K&C) - Evaluation of suspension movement and compliance characteristics.
• Multibody Dynamics (MBD) Simulation - Developing and validating dynamic system models.
• Vehicle Dynamics Engineering - Understanding vehicle handling, ride, and stability performance.
• Chassis Systems Engineering - Knowledge of steering, suspension, and chassis integration.
• Bump Steer & Ackermann Analysis - Evaluating steering characteristics and geometry optimization.
• OEM/Tier-1 Automotive Experience - Experience supporting automotive product development programs.
• Virtual Validation & Correlation - Comparing simulation results with physical test data and improving model accuracy.