Integrated Models Architect

Our client blends a rich automotive heritage with groundbreaking innovation in electric vehicle technology. With over 700 employees and strong backing from a leading sports car manufacturer, it is strategically led by an industry pioneer.

Responsibilities:

• Define and manage the integrated vehicle model infrastructure for simulation and Real-Time applications.
• Develop and maintain model versioning and parameterisation management processes.
• Define, develop, and maintain model interfaces to ensure smooth integration across systems.
• Perform high-fidelity model reduction techniques (e.g., lumping of masses and volumes, timestep optimisation, simplification, mapping) to enable Real-Time simulation.
• Develop accurate sensor and actuator models for virtual testing and system validation.
• Integrate and troubleshoot models within Real-Time platforms and fully integrated vehicle simulation environments.
• Coordinate and manage external suppliers for outsourced modelling and integration activities.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in an automotive OEM or automotive engineering services company.
• Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.

• Strong expertise in vehicle systems and powertrain modelling.

• Experience with Real-Time platforms such as dSPACE, SpeedGoat, Concurrent, or equivalent.

• Excellent command of MATLAB/Simulink for model development and simulation.

• Advanced knowledge of CAE system modelling tools such as GT-Suite and Simscape.

• Familiarity with distributed version control systems (e.g., Git).

• Experience in both experimental testing and simulation techniques applied to automotive development.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to collaborate across departments.
• Capable of synthesising complex technical inputs for presentation to senior management.
• Excellent problem-solving capabilities and ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• High attention to detail, flexibility, and the capacity to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Curiosity and an innovative mindset to explore and apply new methods and technologies.

• Passion for high-performance automotive engineering and simulation.