Engineer - Tire and Vehicle Dynamics
Engineer - Tire and Vehicle Dynamics
Employer Active
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Share
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Job Description
Overview
Who we are
Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the worlds most admired brands Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. Were looking for talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.
To save time applying Toyota does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this position currently.
TRD inspires the hearts and minds of racing fans Toyota team members customers and the driving public. We are dedicated to advancing automotive engineering and maximizing racetrack success. We partner with the finest race teams and drivers who share our passion and our actions foster an atmosphere of excellence. In our pursuit of becoming the most respected and premier motorsports engineering organization in the world we are looking for highly motivated applicants for our available positions.
TRD is looking for a highly motivated Engineer to join our Tire Modeling Group.
What you will be doing:
Collaborating with a team that rotates through responsibilities to share and expand knowledge.
Maintaining and developing methods for machine testing of tires this includes travel to these tests.
Maintaining and developing methods for track testing of tires this includes travel to these tests.
Developing tools to aid in the tuning of tire models.
Providing customer support to racing teams for tire data fits.
Analyzing results from machine tests and producing tire model fits.
Analyzing results from track tests and assisting in the tuning of those tires.
Maintaining and developing tire models.
What you will bring:
BS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
Passion for motorsports and high-performance engineering.
Strong analytical skills and a solid understanding of engineering processes and systems.
Experience with MATLAB Python or similar.
Bonus if you have:
Experience with flat-trac force/moment testing.
Experience with wheel force transducers.
Experience with data analysis packages (MOTEC etc.).
Understanding of the mechanical design of a tire.
Understanding of the operating modes of a tire.
Knowledge of the fundamentals of vehicle dynamics.
Knowledge of the Pacejka Magic Formula and its evolution over the years.
Requirements:
10-20 days per year domestic travel
What well bring
During 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.
Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount.
Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable).
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
Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account Health Care FSA Dependent Care FSA).
Belonging at Toyota
Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star. Toyota is proud to have 10 different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members efforts to dream do and grow without questioning that they belong.
Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race ethnicity national origin sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age disability religion military or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.
Have a question need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations Please send an email to .
Employment Type
Full-Time
