REQ ID: 125820
JOB TITLE: Digital Vehicle Engineer
SALARY: £39,100 - £46,000

START DATE: 07/11/2024
POSTING END DATE: 21/11/2024
LOCATION: Gaydon

Product Engineering at JLR is centred on innovation and creativity. From advanced driver assistance systems to developing the future of electric propulsion, the opportunities to create exceptional experiences for the future of motoring are wide-ranging. You'll work alongside industry experts to drive product strategy, manage programs, analyse performance, and lead transformation initiatives. Exceptional careers that bring world-renowned vehicles to life start here.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Within JLR Virtual Build & Test Operations, the Digital Vehicle Model Capability team are striving to create industry leading integrated 1D and MBS vehicle simulation capability, required for full / robust virtual validation and drive reduction in physical test.  We are looking for exceptional engineers to join us in developing integrated and runtime performant vehicle models (particularly within the active chassis and electrified powertrain domains) to support the engineering of new and emerging product technology comprising complex interdependent and cross-functional systems

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities

• Work with JLR’s CAE teams to understand their modelling and simulation practices and methods
• Acquire and apply product knowledge and awareness of potential design constraints to ensure due consideration is given in developing solutions
• Identify opportunities for replacing existing physical testing with virtual methods
• Identify and implement opportunities for automation of CAE workflows to enhance their efficiency
• Collaborate with 3rd party CAE tool providers to enhance existing methods and develop new ones to improve our CAE team’s capabilities and efficiency

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• Demonstrable experience of modelling and simulation methods to solving real-world engineering problems
• Experience of component/system level development using CAE to meet defined performance targets
• Competent in use of relevant CAE, 1D and/or MBS tools, e.g. MATLAB/Simulink, CarMaker, Simpack
• Basic scripting skills in a relevant programming language, e.g. Python, C, C++ or MATLAB
• Experience and background in solving complex technical ideas and challenges

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Creating Modern Luxury requires a modern approach to work. At JLR, hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement providing employees more choice and flexibility around how, when and where they work. Some roles require more on-site work, but details of this can be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview stage.

We work hard to nurture a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all. We understand candidates may require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Please discuss these with your recruiter so we can accommodate your needs. 

Applicants from all backgrounds are welcome. If you’re unsure that you meet the full criteria of a role – but you're interested in where it could take you – we still encourage you to apply. We believe in people's ability to grow and develop within their role – it’s what makes living the exceptional with soul possible.

JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.