Vehicle Dynamics Lead chez Segula Technologies

Do you want to shape the world of tomorrow and work on innovative projects? Then you're a good fit for us! We are a global engineering group with 15,000 employees and 140 locations worldwide. With our services, we are driving the topics of energy efficiency, climate protection and decarbonization and developing tech industries into new dimensions.

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We are seeking a skilled and motivated Vehicle Dynamics Engineer to be responsible for performance optimization on Advanced Programs. This role involves supporting and/or leading multiple programs through the analysis and optimization of suspension, steering, and tires for:

• Kinematics and compliance

• Full vehicle ride

• Handling

• Braking and stopping distance

Key responsibilities include collaboration across Advanced Packaging, Chassis, and Powertrain teams to define architectural hardpoints for steering and suspension components necessary to achieve desired vehicle functionality. The role also involves overseeing the construction of Proof-of-Concept (POC) test properties to ensure build quality and timely execution.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Communicate vehicle dynamics performance status to all program teams

• Establish full vehicle targets based on ride and drives, competitive benchmarking, customer feedback, and lessons learned

• Create and maintain competitive, segment-specific vehicle dynamics targets

• Collaborate with the Virtual Analysis team to develop a simulation plan, review results, and define next steps

• Use a driving simulator to validate suspension architecture prior to POC mule development

• Provide guidance to program management on optimal suspension architectures

• Tune mule vehicles for ride and handling to meet functional objectives

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Automotive, Aerospace, or equivalent)

• Experience with ride and handling, kinematics, and compliance

Preferred Experience:

• Background in steering system, tires, or suspension component design

• Experience in subjective evaluation for handling or a racing background

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.