Vehicle Dynamics CAE Engineer

Aquent; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Aquent is seeking an innovative Engineer to own vehicle dynamics performance for next-generation autonomous mobility. You will drive high-fidelity CAE models and collaborate with robotics and vehicle engineering teams to deliver a responsive platform and excellent ride quality in a startup environment.

You will work with MSC Adams, CarMaker, and MATLAB/Simulink to develop metrics, validate simulations, and ensure safety performance that exceeds industry standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in vehicle dynamics performance development and simulation.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and validate CAE models for ride and handling.
• Strong analytical skills with problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain high-fidelity multibody vehicle dynamics models using MSC Adams.
• Collaborate with design teams and suppliers to improve ride and handling performance.
• Generate loads for Suspension, Full Vehicle, and PWT per established processes.
• Develop vehicle dynamics metrics and targets using tests and CAE data.
• Support performance balancing across vehicle integration attributes and contribute to software controls development.
• Drive active safety performance development and validation to meet automotive standards.
• Correlate simulation results with actual measurements to improve accuracy.

Skills

Vehicle dynamics

Simulation

Analytical skills

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MSC Adams

CarMaker

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

Are you ready to shape the future of autonomous mobility? Join a pioneering team dedicated to revolutionizing transportation by delivering an unparalleled ride experience in next-generation autonomous vehicles. This is your chance to make a profound impact, contributing directly to the core performance and safety of a groundbreaking product that will redefine how people move. You'll be instrumental in ensuring every journey is not only safe and reliable but also exceptionally comfortable and intuitive for our future customers.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an innovative and passionate Engineer to take ownership of vehicle dynamics performance. In this role, you will be a central figure in a world-class engineering team, collaborating with experts in robotics, control, and vehicle engineering. You will drive the development of a responsive and controllable platform that instills confidence and trust in occupants, directly influencing the excellent ride quality of our autonomous vehicles. This is a unique opportunity to manifest your creativity and make a significant difference in the final product within a dynamic, startup environment.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and maintain high-fidelity multibody vehicle dynamics models using MSC Adams.
• Collaborate closely with design teams and supplier partners to enhance component delivery for superior ride and handling performance.
• Generate Suspension, Full Vehicle, and PWT loads in accordance with established processes.
• Develop key vehicle dynamics metrics and targets, leveraging both physical tests and CAE data.
• Support performance balancing across various vehicle integration attributes and contribute to software controls development.
• Drive active safety performance development and validation to meet and exceed automotive industry standards.
• Correlate simulation results with actual vehicle or subsystem measurements, continuously seeking ways to boost simulation accuracy.

Required Skills & Experience

• 5+ years of relevant experience in vehicle dynamics performance development and simulation.
• Proficiency in vehicle dynamics CAE development tools, including MSC Adams, CarMaker, and Matlab/Simulink.
• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Dynamics CAE to Test Correlation.
• Strong analytical skills with a proven ability to solve complex engineering challenges.