Digital Vehicle Dynamics Engineer

Belmont Lavan

. Support advanced vehicle programmes through virtual development, simulation, modelling and validation .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeTurin • ItalyMid-LevelSenior💰 $100,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in vehicle dynamics modeling, simulation, and validation, with a strong focus on achieving performance targets through advanced vehicle programs. Proficient in Multi-Body Simulation and automation of workflows using industry-standard tools and programming languages.

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Vehicle Dynamics ModelingMulti-Body SimulationMATLAB ProgrammingHIL/SIL SimulationCross-Functional Team Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Vehicle Dynamics PrinciplesSimulation Model DevelopmentData Analysis and CorrelationSuspension KinematicsTyre ModellingStatistical AnalysisSignal ProcessingParameter OptimisationRoot-Cause AnalysisEngineering Change Processes

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsTechnical GuidanceMentoring

Tools & Technologies

MSC AdamsCarSimMATLABSimulinkExcelDSPACEETASNISiemens NXTeamcenter

Industry Keywords

Automotive EngineeringBEVHEV/PHEVICE VehiclesADASE/E SystemsCANDiagnosticsCalibrationActive Chassis Systems

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonVBAC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support advanced vehicle programmes through virtual development, simulation, modelling and validation
Develop and correlate vehicle dynamics models to achieve full-vehicle Ride, Handling and Steering performance targets
Work with Vehicle Dynamics Test, Vehicle Development, Chassis Engineering, NVH, Durability, Controls, ADAS and other cross-functional teams
Assess vehicle performance virtually, identify potential issues and recommend engineering countermeasures
Plan and execute digital vehicle dynamics activities and maintain simulation workplans
Define and support component and subsystem specifications
Perform offline simulations and Multi-Body Simulation of vehicle/chassis systems
Support virtual validation, model-based development, and HIL/SIL/DIL simulation activities
Support vehicle tuning and correlation using simulation and test data
Represent Digital Vehicle Dynamics in technical discussions with interfacing engineering teams
Support technical investigations and root-cause analysis of vehicle dynamics issues
Ensure simulation and engineering deliverables meet programme milestones
Manage multiple engineering activities and prioritise work according to programme requirements
Develop tools, scripts and custom routines to automate simulation and data-analysis workflows
Contribute to continuous improvement and global digital vehicle development processes
Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior and contract virtual engineers where required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Plan and execute digital vehicle dynamics activities for advanced vehicle programmes
Develop and maintain virtual development and simulation workplans
Define and support component and subsystem specifications to achieve full-vehicle performance targets
Develop, build, calibrate and correlate vehicle dynamics models against physical test data
Perform offline simulations to assess vehicle performance and identify areas for improvement
Evaluate and optimise Ride, Handling and Steering performance
Analyse simulation and test results and recommend engineering countermeasures
Support virtual validation and model-based development throughout the vehicle programme lifecycle
Perform Multi-Body Simulation of vehicle/chassis systems
Support HIL, SIL and Driver-in-the-Loop simulation and validation activities
Strong understanding of fundamental vehicle dynamics principles and chassis systems
Experience with suspension kinematics and compliance, tyres and tyre modelling, springs and dampers, steering, braking, ESC, traction control, differentials, AWD/4WD, active/semi-active chassis, air suspension and electrified chassis systems
Hands-on experience with MSC Adams/Adams Car, CarSim, CarMaker/IPG CarMaker, MATLAB, Simulink/Stateflow, Simscape, Excel or equivalent CAE platforms
Experience developing, modifying and correlating simulation models
Experience developing and running MBS models, including subsystem modelling, tyre parameterisation, post-processing, correlation, sensitivity analysis and optimisation
Strong programming and automation capability using MATLAB, Simulink, Stateflow, Python or Visual Basic/VBA; C/C++ desirable
Experience with HIL, SIL, DIL, MIL, real-time simulation, HIL/SIL integration and model-based development; dSPACE, ETAS or NI desirable
Experience processing vehicle test data, simulation-to-test correlation, statistical/trend analysis, signal processing, visualisation, root-cause analysis and parameter optimisation
Knowledge of vehicle control systems, including ESC, TCS, ABS, AWD torque distribution, yaw control, torque vectoring, eLSD, active suspension, active dampers, ride-height control and vehicle motion control advantageous
Knowledge of DVP&R, DFMEA, DFSS, requirements management, engineering change processes, validation/verification and problem-solving methodologies
Experience with Siemens NX and Teamcenter desirable
Automotive knowledge in BEV, HEV/PHEV, ICE vehicles, electric powertrains/e-Axles, ADAS, E/E systems, CAN/CAN FD, diagnostics, data acquisition, calibration and active chassis systems advantageous
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics or related engineering discipline
Minimum 5 years' professional experience in vehicle dynamics, chassis engineering, vehicle simulation or closely related discipline
Practical experience with Multi-Body Simulation, preferably Adams/Adams Car
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Experience working in cross-functional engineering teams