OverviewTRD is looking for a highly motivated
Simulation Engineer to join our Model-Based Simulation team. You'll work with a small, experienced group of engineers specializing in vehicle dynamics, tire modeling, aerodynamics, race car performance, and physics-based simulation.
Key Responsibilities- Develop, maintain, and enhance physics-based vehicle models using Dymola, MATLAB, and Simulink.
- Support model correlation activities validating against test rig, track and DIL simulator data.
- Collaborate with specialists in vehicle dynamics, aerodynamics, and tire modeling to improve simulation accuracy.
- Integrate models into the cloud-based simulation environment.
- Document modeling approaches, simulation results, and validation processes.
- Participate in Agile sprints, contributing to feature development, testing, and deployment pipelines.
- Use GitLab for version control, CI/CD pipelines, and collaborative development workflows.
Required Qualifications- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.
- 2-5 years of experience in vehicle or systems modeling using Dymola, Modelica, MATLAB, C++ and Python
- Strong understanding of vehicle dynamics principles
- Experience with simulation data analysis, model tuning, and correlation techniques.
- Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary, fast-paced, and iterative development environment.
- Familiarity with Git-based version control and collaborative software development.
Preferred Qualifications - Experience with race car simulation or performance analysis.
- Experience working in Linux environment.
- Experience integrating simulation models with cloud services or web-based UIs.
- Exposure to CI/CD pipelines or DevOps workflows using GitLab
Why Join us- Collaborative, innovation-driven culture that values continuous learning and improvement.
- Opportunity to contribute to real-world vehicle performance optimization through simulation.
- Hands-on exposure to end-to-end model-based simulation workflows - from model development to deployment.
What we will bringDuring your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:
- A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect.
- Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement.
- Vehicle purchase & lease programs, comprehensive health care, and wellness plans for your entire family.
- Flexible work options based on business needs.
- Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute.
- Paid holidays and paid time off.
- Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools and more.
- Flexible spending accounts.
- Relocation assistance (if applicable).
