Vehicle Dynamics Modelling Engineer (m/w/d)

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Modelling Engineer (m/w/d) to join our Vehicle Simulation team. You will be responsible for developing and extending our vehicle dynamics simulation models for full vehicle performance assessment in real-time usage and lap time calculation. You will play a crucial role in collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and software developers. We aim to innovate and accelerate the wider deployment of state-of-the-art Digital Twin and driving simulation technologies, applied to Toyota racing vehicle development programmes.

What we offer:

• Exciting projects and a place for technical freedom and innovation to get things moving
• Attractive benefits packages e.g. competitive remuneration, social benefits, 30 days annual holiday, car leasing, free on-site gym
• A challenging, fulfilling workplace in a multi-national company within a familiar atmosphere - driven by fascination and passion

Your Tasks:

• Develop and extend the in-house full vehicle dynamics simulation models for dynamic simulation and lap time calculation
• Create physical, mathematical or data driven models for highest possible fidelity under given constraints
• Optimize the models for our in-house lap-time calculation solver and/or our real-time driver in the loop environment
• Analyse data to compare and correlate model behaviour, identifying gaps and implementing improvements
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in vehicle dynamics simulation technology and contribute to research projects

The successful candidate will have:

• A minimum of a master’s degree in automotive or motorsport engineering, or an engineering discipline with modules covering several of the following topics: Mathematical/Physical Modelling, Vehicle Dynamics, Simulation, Optimisation, Control Theory or Robotics/Mechatronics.
• At least 5 years of professional experience in developing performance vehicle dynamics simulation models
• Strong proficiency in mathematical and physical modelling of vehicle dynamics systems
• Proficient knowledge in at least one programming language – e.g. C++, C, MATLAB/Simulink, Python
• Previous experience in quasistatic and dynamic lap-time calculation methods
• Previous experience in optimization methods
• Previous experience with numerical integration methods to solve dynamical models
• A clean code mindset and strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Previous experience working across multiple operating systems (e.g. Linux)
• Self-motivation, ability to work under pressure, manage multiple tasks effectively, and eagerness to learn.
• A proactive mindset to approach new challenges, proposing innovative solutions and driving development
• The appreciation and understanding of source control and continuous integration tools in a development pipeline