Simulation Development Engineer
Job Summary:
As a Simulation Development Engineer for Joe Gibbs Racing, you will play a key role in the development, application, and support of predictive multi-body vehicle models, simulation tools, and driver-in-the-loop vehicle models. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of high-level simulation software engineering experience, centering around vehicle simulation, modeling, and validation. A high concern for quality, an ability to independently produce high-quality results, and skills to manage and process high volumes of complex data are necessary.
Joe Gibbs Racing is a premier NASCAR team known for its excellence in motorsports. With a legacy of success and a commitment to innovation, we recognize the pivotal role that both data and people play in optimizing performance and making strategic decisions. At Joe Gibbs Racing, we foster a culture of collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement, where every team member plays a vital role in our pursuit of excellence both on and off the track.
Typical Responsibilities:
- Work as a part of the Simulation Development Group to develop and validate high-fidelity vehicle models and simulation tools
- Craft programming solutions to grow model capability and accuracy while improving the user experience.
- Develop and refine testing practices to improve model characterization
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting of complex simulation software in a fast-paced environment.
- Process data and perform regression analysis to develop vehicle models and subsystems
- Support trackside and performance engineering groups with the use and interpretation of generated models and simulation outputs
- Work collaboratively with other simulation and software developers both within and outside Joe Gibbs Racing
- Work with race teams and performance engineering groups to guide development direction
- Organize and communicate important information related to the rapid evolution of simulation specifications and models
- Attend track and lab test events to assure proper data collection and perform on-site validation
- Gather feedback from application engineers to guide continuous improvement initiatives
Required Education, Experience, and Skills:
- BS in Engineering, Physics, or Computer Science.
- At least 5 years' experience in professional simulation software development, particularly vehicle simulation.
- Appreciation of vehicle dynamics theory, efficient modelling & coding practices.
- Experience with full-vehicle simulation application and analysis
- Extensive experience in numerical methods
- Demonstrated skills in programming language such as MATLAB, Python, or C
- Experience with multi-body model development is desirable
- Experience with documentation and versioning tools such as Jira, Git or similar is an advantage
- Desire to work in a collaborative, demanding, and fast-past development environment
- Strong organizational and communication skills; significant outward communication is required
- High concern for quality and pride in individual work
Logistics:
Job location is in Huntersville, NC; full-time, on-site work is required
Occasional travel to test events is required
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience to careers@joegibbsracing.com with the subject line "Simulation Engineer".