Vehicle Dynamics Engineer - Ride & Handling Expert

ALTEN Technology USA

Auburn Hills (MI)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 170,000

Full time

48 hours ago

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Job summary

ALTEN Technology USA is a leading engineering partner delivering end-to-end product development for aerospace, automotive, medical devices and more. The Vehicle Dynamics role centers on CAE-driven design, validation, and on-site testing across North America, with substantial travel to testing facilities including Chelsea Proving Grounds in Michigan.

Ideal candidates have a strong background in chassis dynamics, vehicle dynamics theory, and multi-body simulation tools.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
Experience in chassis design/development and vehicle dynamics engineering.
Experience with suspension/steering/brake system studies and ride/handling assessments.
Proficiency with ADAMS/Car, CarSim, VI-Car realtime and related tools.

Responsibilities

Lead development and validation of vehicle dynamics functionality for ride, handling, and tire performance.
Oversee CAE/virtual analysis activities for steering/suspension components.
Coordinate in-vehicle testing and data-driven decision making across programs.
Develop design recommendations to optimize vehicle architecture and reduce sensitivity to wear.
Support driving simulator studies and on-site CAE modeling at testing facilities.