Senior Vehicle Dynamics Analysis Engineer

Vehicle Dynamics Analysis Senior Engineer - Nuneaton - Great Salary and benefits package

This is a terrific opportunity for an experienced Vehicle Dynamics Analysis Engineer to join this world-class, independent engineering consultancy.

The successful Vehicle Dynamics Analysis Engineer will be joining a business going through a period of extensive growth with plans in place to cover the next 5 years.

Purpose of the Vehicle Dynamics Analysis Engineer job:

• Undertaking modelling and analysis activities using MSC ADAMS/Car software to support component and vehicle design and development
• Build and analyse MSC ADAMS/Car vehicle, subsystem and test rig models
• Undertake and report the assessment of vehicle dynamics and NVH attributes
• Generate load data to support FE and fatigue analysis in vehicle design and development programmes
• Support ad-hoc requests in support of design and vehicle dynamics / NVH colleagues

Key Functions:

• Proficient user of MSC ADAMS with extensive experience using ADAMS/Car in an automotive consultancy or manufacturer
• Experience of using virtual tools for at least two of the following:
  • K&C suspension model correlation to test data and optimisation towards targets
  • Model correlation and optimisation in full vehicle level to improve Vehicle Dynamics
  • Chassis vibration/modal analysis for NVH characterization and optimisation to achieve desired modal alignment and to reduce structure borne and road noise
  • Powertrain vibration/modal analysis for NVH characterization and optimisation to achieve desired modal alignment in full operating envelope
  • Durability analysis and load extraction using Road Load Data
  • Durability analysis and load extraction using scanned road surfaces along with analytical tyre model like FTire
• Experience of simulation software packages such as Simpack, IPG/CarMaker, CarSim, VI-CarRealTime, FEMFAT
• Proficient understanding and application of MATLAB and Simulink
• Familiar with CAD and FEA software used within the industry
• Participation in major vehicle development programmes
• Understanding of active chassis systems
• Report writing
• Direct interaction and good communication skills with customers

Candidate requirements:

• Engineering Degree qualified
• At least 5 years of experience as an ADAMS Simulation Engineer
• Working for an OEM, tier 1 suspension supplier or consultancy

Talented, ambitious Vehicle Dynamics Analysis Engineers should apply today for this very exciting opportunity by calling Ray Greenman +44 (0) 1384 397 555 or email