Vehicle Dynamics Simulation and Simulator Engineer, Ford Performance Motorsports
Vehicle Dynamics Simulation and Simulator Engineer, Ford Performance Motorsports
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Job Description
The Ford Performance Motorsports Vehicle Dynamics team supports race teams through vehicle dynamics and chassis engineering expertise test car and race car data analysis and race car setup consultation and simulations. We make the cars perform on the track to win. Ford Performance is looking for a talented engineer to be a part of their motorsports vehicle dynamics and chassis engineering team which develops World-Class race-winning vehicle dynamics simulations designs chassis architectures and components and supports test and track-side engineering for vehicles such as the Mustang GT3 Mustang GT4 Darkhorse R W2RC Rally Raid (and Dakar) Bronco DR Bronco 4600 (King of Hammers) NextGen NASCAR Cup Xfinity Craftsman Truck other future high-performance demonstrators and Hybridization/Electrification.
You will use simulation tools and methods to meet our primary goals of Winning Races Winning Championships and Transferring Technology to and from the greater Company.
Throughout this process you will perform and advocate a high level of quality and adhere to Our Truths Put People First Be Curious Built Ford Tough One Ford Play to Win Create Tomorrow and Do the Right Thing.
Responsibilities
What youll do...
- Develop simulation and DiL simulator models to predict analyze and maximize vehicle dynamics performance.
- Contribute toward the development of race cars and trucks by using simulation engineering tools.
- Integrate simulation/simulator vehicle models tire models brake models aerodynamics models powertrain models.
- Use simulation tools to meet customer and race team needs.
- Run simulator sessions for race team drivers to develop and test race setups acclimate drivers and provide race engineers and crew chiefs simulated performance data.
- Be the conduit between Ford engineering and programs race team engineers and race drivers to maximize Fords on-track race performance.
- Leverage data generated by race teams Ford test vehicles event databases and simulations to create the winningest vehicles.
- Exercise vehicle dynamics knowledge and existing data to propose designs and setups for DOEs leading to the optimum configurations for race day.
- Contribute to the improvement of simulator and simulation tools.
- Partner with race teams to prepare for simulator sessions.
- Partner with race teams to analyze the performance of cars and drivers at races and tests to improve race outcomes.
Qualifications
Youll have...
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering degree or related field of study
- 3 years of experience in automotive chassis design vehicle dynamics or vehicle dynamics simulations
Even better you may have...
- Master of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering degree
- 3 Years of experience in motorsports vehicle dynamics including simulation track testing and interdisciplinary work with other engineering departments
- 3 Years of experience in suspension design or chassis architecture engineering
- 1 years of experience with simulations
- High level of motivation
- Display Fords Our Truths
- Excellent knowledge of suspension/chassis and vehicle dynamics
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills
- Excellent communication and relationship skills putting the customer and race teams first
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with evolving products and needs
- Strong work ethic and ability to adapt to requested schedules
- Passion to Win
You may not check every box or your experience may look a little different from what weve outlined but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company we encourage you to apply!
As an established global company we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe or keep you close to home Will your career be a deep dive into what you love or a series of new teams and new skills Will you be a leader a changemaker a technical expert a culture builderor all of the above No matter what you choose we offer a work life that works for you including:
Immediate medical dental vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days paid parental leave new parent ramp-up programs subsidized back-up child care and more
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement fertility treatments and more
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
A generous schedule of paid holidays including the week between Christmas and New Years Day
Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
For more information on salary and benefits click here: New Hire Benefits
This position is a range of salary grades 5-8 .
Visa sponsorship is available for this position.
Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color age sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity disability status or protected veteran the United States if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability please call 1-.
Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid #LI-JB5
Employment Type
Full-Time
