Range and Efficiency Expert

Job Title: Range and Efficiency Expert

Location: Novi MI 48375

Job Description & Skill Requirement:

RANGE and EFFICIENCY CAE SPECIALIST Role:

Focused on maximizing range and energy efficiency for electric and hybrid vehicles this role involves setting efficiency targets conducting simulations and collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate energy-saving features. The Range and Efficiency Engineer ensures optimal vehicle performance by improving aerodynamics rolling resistance powertrain efficiency.

RANGE and EFFICIENCY CAE SPECIALIST Key Responsibilities:

• Set and track range and efficiency targets specific to electric and hybrid powertrains aligning performance with product requirements and customer expectations.
• Conduct detailed simulations to optimize vehicle aerodynamics rolling resistance and powertrain efficiency using tools like MATLAB/Simulink.
• Collaborate with aerodynamics thermal and powertrain engineering teams to integrate energy-efficient technologies and design optimizations including lightweight materials and regenerative braking systems.
• Analyze vehicle designs for energy loss sources and implement design modifications to maximize range and minimize power consumption.
• Correlate simulation results with real-world on-road data refining models to improve predictive accuracy and ensure efficient performance under varying driving conditions.
• Document findings and recommendations for range and efficiency improvements providing actionable insights and design feedback for future product iterations.
• Develop methods for continuous improvement in vehicle energy efficiency exploring advanced materials aerodynamics enhancements and power management strategies.
• Conduct vehicle range tests in various environmental conditions including different temperatures terrains and load scenarios to assess the impact on battery efficiency and overall vehicle performance.
• Model building
• Script Writing

Additional Requirements:

• Experience in MATLAB/Simulink including power train blockset
• Experience in tool development
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong understanding of aerodynamics rolling resistance and their impact on electric and hybrid vehicle efficiency.
• Familiarity with electric vehicle systems such as battery management powertrain control and regenerative braking.
• Strong communication skills
• Able to handle

Bonus

• Experience in co-simulation between Matlab Simulink and GT Suite
• Familiarity with GT Suite and Electrified Vehicle thermal systems

Qualification:

• Bachelors or masters degree in electrical engineering