Senior Engineer in Vehicle Dynamics Development
Apply NowCompany: Tranzeal Incorporated
Location: Newark, CA 94560
Description:
Top 3 Hard Skills Required + Years of Experience
1. Minimum 3 years' Experience in tuning several of the following: coil springs, air springs, dampers, anti-roll bars, bushings, tires, suspension control software, electric power steering, stability control, torque vectoring systems, and other dynamics-related control systems
2. Minimum 3 years' Experience in both objective and subjective assessment, data acquisition and analysis
3. Minimum 3 years automotive experience with a solid understanding of vehicle dynamics principles
Hard Skills Assessments
Expected Dates that Hard Skills Assessments will be scheduled: ASAP
Hard Skills Assessment Process: The assessment process will include 1st round recruiting screening and a 2nd round technical screening and a final team panel.
Required Candidate Preparation: Once candidates go through the 2nd round assessment, they will need to complete a 3 slide deck presentation which will be presented to the panel in the 3rd round.
Candidate Location Requirements:
If hybrid, # of days contractor will be required to work onsite: Onsite
Daily Schedule & OT estimate: M-F 40 hrs/week, Potential OT
Expenses: N/A
Chance for Extension (Y/N): TBD closer to the end date
Equipment or Software Required: Standard - PC, email and badge access
Typical Day in the Role
Purpose of the Team: The Vehicle Dynamics team focuses on the design and physical development of how the vehicle drives. This sub group focuses specifically splits their time in office and traveling with the vehicles to different test sites to test the functions that they work on.
Key projects: This role will contribute to attributes including - steering, handling, breaking performance, etc. and how well the vehicle drives.
Typical task breakdown and operating rhythm: The role will consist of responsibilities in the JD
Compelling Story & Candidate Value Proposition
What makes this role interesting? - This role provides the opportunity to work with a casual light hearted group of individuals who are dedicated and passionate about the work they produce but create a fun environment while doing so.
Candidate Requirements
Years of Experience Required: 3-5 overall years of experience in the field.
Degrees or certifications required: BS/BEng or MS/MEng, or equivalent experience, in Mechanical Engineering
Disqualifiers: Candidates without vehicle dynamics or suspension or development design experience will not be considered.
Best vs. Average: The ideal resume would contain:
- Specific vehicle dynamics experience for competitors such as General Motors, Porche, BMW specifically.
- Tire development experience
Performance Indicators: Performance will be assessed based on meeting deadlines and quality.
As a Senior Engineer in Vehicle Dynamics Development you will support the testing, tuning, development and validation of the best riding and handling vehicles in the world. You will work alongside other development and CAE engineers, mechanical and software engineers and system owners, key stakeholders and management across the company, to develop and deliver world-class suspension, steering, braking, wheel/tire and vehicle dynamics systems from concept to production.
Responsibilities:
Develop and iterate vehicle hardware and software calibrations using subjective and data-driven processes
Install robust data acquisition systems on prototype vehicles; create, perform, analyze, and document test results
Objective and subjective analysis of attributes, on Lucid and benchmark vehicles
Troubleshoot and document mechanical, electrical, and software problems in a fast-paced environment
Work closely with cross-functional teams from across the business to make efficient, timely, data-driven decisions
ssist preparation, component upgrades, and maintenance of vehicle dynamics prototype fleet
Work with multiple complex projects in a demanding environment
Travel domestically and internationally as required
strong desire to create state-of-the-art engineering products as an integral part of a very capable team
Qualification:
5 or more years of automotive experience with a solid understanding of vehicle dynamics principles
Demonstrated ability to deliver vehicles with world-class dynamics attributes
Experience in both objective and subjective assessment, data acquisition and analysis
Experience in tuning several of the following: coil springs, air springs, dampers, anti-roll bars, bushings, tires, suspension control software, electric power steering, stability control, torque vectoring systems, and other dynamics-related control systems
Knowledge of the basic principles of ADAMS, CarRealTime, CarMaker, CarSim or similar
Understanding of Matlab/Simulink fundamentals
Familiarity with Python, C++
Advantageous:
Desire for continual learning
Excellent problem-solving ability, using fundamental principles and data-driven decision making
Formula/Baja SAE or motorsport background
dvanced driving qualifications
Education
BS/BEng or MS/MEng, or equivalent experience, in Mechanical Engineering
1. Minimum 3 years' Experience in tuning several of the following: coil springs, air springs, dampers, anti-roll bars, bushings, tires, suspension control software, electric power steering, stability control, torque vectoring systems, and other dynamics-related control systems
2. Minimum 3 years' Experience in both objective and subjective assessment, data acquisition and analysis
3. Minimum 3 years automotive experience with a solid understanding of vehicle dynamics principles
Hard Skills Assessments
Expected Dates that Hard Skills Assessments will be scheduled: ASAP
Hard Skills Assessment Process: The assessment process will include 1st round recruiting screening and a 2nd round technical screening and a final team panel.
Required Candidate Preparation: Once candidates go through the 2nd round assessment, they will need to complete a 3 slide deck presentation which will be presented to the panel in the 3rd round.
Candidate Location Requirements:
If hybrid, # of days contractor will be required to work onsite: Onsite
Daily Schedule & OT estimate: M-F 40 hrs/week, Potential OT
Expenses: N/A
Chance for Extension (Y/N): TBD closer to the end date
Equipment or Software Required: Standard - PC, email and badge access
Typical Day in the Role
Purpose of the Team: The Vehicle Dynamics team focuses on the design and physical development of how the vehicle drives. This sub group focuses specifically splits their time in office and traveling with the vehicles to different test sites to test the functions that they work on.
Key projects: This role will contribute to attributes including - steering, handling, breaking performance, etc. and how well the vehicle drives.
Typical task breakdown and operating rhythm: The role will consist of responsibilities in the JD
Compelling Story & Candidate Value Proposition
What makes this role interesting? - This role provides the opportunity to work with a casual light hearted group of individuals who are dedicated and passionate about the work they produce but create a fun environment while doing so.
Candidate Requirements
Years of Experience Required: 3-5 overall years of experience in the field.
Degrees or certifications required: BS/BEng or MS/MEng, or equivalent experience, in Mechanical Engineering
Disqualifiers: Candidates without vehicle dynamics or suspension or development design experience will not be considered.
Best vs. Average: The ideal resume would contain:
- Specific vehicle dynamics experience for competitors such as General Motors, Porche, BMW specifically.
- Tire development experience
Performance Indicators: Performance will be assessed based on meeting deadlines and quality.
As a Senior Engineer in Vehicle Dynamics Development you will support the testing, tuning, development and validation of the best riding and handling vehicles in the world. You will work alongside other development and CAE engineers, mechanical and software engineers and system owners, key stakeholders and management across the company, to develop and deliver world-class suspension, steering, braking, wheel/tire and vehicle dynamics systems from concept to production.
Responsibilities:
Develop and iterate vehicle hardware and software calibrations using subjective and data-driven processes
Install robust data acquisition systems on prototype vehicles; create, perform, analyze, and document test results
Objective and subjective analysis of attributes, on Lucid and benchmark vehicles
Troubleshoot and document mechanical, electrical, and software problems in a fast-paced environment
Work closely with cross-functional teams from across the business to make efficient, timely, data-driven decisions
ssist preparation, component upgrades, and maintenance of vehicle dynamics prototype fleet
Work with multiple complex projects in a demanding environment
Travel domestically and internationally as required
strong desire to create state-of-the-art engineering products as an integral part of a very capable team
Qualification:
5 or more years of automotive experience with a solid understanding of vehicle dynamics principles
Demonstrated ability to deliver vehicles with world-class dynamics attributes
Experience in both objective and subjective assessment, data acquisition and analysis
Experience in tuning several of the following: coil springs, air springs, dampers, anti-roll bars, bushings, tires, suspension control software, electric power steering, stability control, torque vectoring systems, and other dynamics-related control systems
Knowledge of the basic principles of ADAMS, CarRealTime, CarMaker, CarSim or similar
Understanding of Matlab/Simulink fundamentals
Familiarity with Python, C++
Advantageous:
Desire for continual learning
Excellent problem-solving ability, using fundamental principles and data-driven decision making
Formula/Baja SAE or motorsport background
dvanced driving qualifications
Education
BS/BEng or MS/MEng, or equivalent experience, in Mechanical Engineering