Astemo Ltd. · 4 hours ago
Vehicle Dynamics and Controls Simulation Engineer (Suspension/Chassis Development) - J0048964
Farmington Hills, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expAstemo Americas, Inc is looking for an experienced Engineer to join their Chassis Development and Vehicle Dynamics Team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, planning, testing, and coordinating simulations for product development in the shock-absorber business, focusing on Full Vehicle Simulation and control logic development for semi-active damper technologies.
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Responsibilities
Calculation processing and correlation (20)
Coordination of the procedure concerning targets and methods
Involvement in the development of calculation standards and practical application
Conduct CAE correlation, supporting measurements setup and creating correlation reports
Models build and preparation
Translate customer requirements into simulation inputs (5)
Determination of customer requirements with regards to Vehicle Dynamics modelling and review of specifications
Processing of calculations of sub-systems and components according to customer requirements considering internal guidelines
Preparation and evaluation design (10)
Preparation of alternatives and improvements to the relevant design levels
Evaluation of design proposals and support with regards to the development of test concepts
Involvement in correlations between calculation and test results
Support programs in terms of CAE Full Vehicle analysis and damper modelling (15)
Support programs and RFQs CAE tasks and checks their results
Support programs and demo car virtual tuning activities
Simulator operation (15)
Preparation of the Driver-in-the-Loop (DiL) simulator for evaluations
DiL simulator operation during virtual tuning and evaluations
Integration of DiL simulator with HiL systems
Damper preparation, testing and modelling (10)
Building and testing take-apart dampers to support customer tuning activity and lab testing
Run damper testing using various types of damper dynos
Post-process data to prepare virtual damper models
Documentation (5)
Documentation of calculation results for design levels as CAE reports according to the released standard
Creation, provision and administration of technical documentation
Controls logic development (20)
Application of control logic on virtual development
Control logic simulation and support for in house tuning using simulation tools
Development of new control logic on virtual environment and support deployment on demo vehicles
Exhibits superior knowledge and execution of damper / ride development performance metrics, both Astemo internal processes and customer processes
Develop strong working relationships with customers, conveying both professionalism and strong product knowledge
Directs the efforts of support technicians when conducting ride work at customer locations
Gather/analyse objective application data from lab and vehicle testing to support testing/tuning/evaluation
Lead or support efforts to develop/improve test and tuning processes, procedures, supporting tools, and documentation
Operate computer-controlled test equipment and data acquisition systems
Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills required
Lead or participate in creative brainstorming sessions to solve technical challenges
Maintains accurate damper change logs and tuning reports during every step of the tuning process using the correct terminology. Organize information systematically and separately for each program
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or related field of study with 5+ years of vehicle simulation or vehicle dynamics experience, or both
Understanding of the relation between shock performance and vehicle dynamics
Knowledge of shock fundamentals, concepts, and performance
Expert knowledge of vehicle dynamics and objective/subjective vehicle evaluation
Knowledge of control systems from the hardware, software, and algorithm standpoint
Understanding of analog and digital hardware systems as applied to automotive control systems
Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Proficient in data acquisition systems, sensors, and analysis software
Knowledge on CANape, CANalyzer, Git, Ethernet, ECU, CAN, CANFD, GPS, OBD, MicroAutoBox
Knowledge on Coding
Understanding of suspensions' Kinematics & Compliances
Experience on Control Logic for Semi-Active dampers
Proficient knowledge on MATLAB or other 1D simulation tools
Must be highly detail oriented and organized, and able to apply work methods to maximize efficiency and minimize errors
Experience on interface calculation and modelling
Ability and desire to learn new skills quickly and apply them to daily work
Valid driving license and reliable transportation
Able to work effectively and accurately amidst distractions
Excellent work ethics and teamwork skills
Hands-on and self-motivated
Additionally, the ability to work independently with minimal direction is required as are strong/effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to travel and support activities and coordination at the global level is required
Availability for occasional meetings outside of core business hours with other global Astemo and OEM sites
Preferred
Experience with VI-Grade CarRealTime (preferred) or other vehicle dynamics simulation tools
Experience with AI tools
CAD software experience is a plus
Experience in Driver-in-the-Loop and Hardware-in-the-Loop systems operation will be a bonus
Experience with product development inside OEM or a Tier1 is a perk
Master's degree is preferable
Company
Astemo Ltd.
In January 2021, Hitachi Automotive Systems, Keihin, Showa, and Nissin Kogyo completed a business merger and began their journey as the global mega-supplier “Hitachi Astemo”.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
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2025-09-10
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