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

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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 [email protected] with the subject line "Simulation Engineer".