Motorsports Simulation Engineer Senior at Oshkosh

About Pratt Miller an Oshkosh companyPratt Miller is a product development company in motorsports defense and mobility industries providing clients with product engineering and low-volume production solutions. Our range of research & development engineering prototype manufacturing test & validation and low-rate production capability help our customers bring their high-quality products to market faster.The Motorsports Simulation Engineer will help develop and maintain leading-edge vehicle simulation and analysis products including Dymola-based multi-body modeling libraries vehicle and subsystem models for desktop and XiL applications simulation workflows for tool chain integration and general vehicle dynamics analysis addition to supporting Pratt Miller customers this role will place a particular emphasis on NASCAR programs developing integrating and validating models within Pratt Millers vehicle configuration tools correlating simulation results with physical test data and preparing models for Driver-in-the-Loop (DiL) environments to ensure accurate real-time performance.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Typical responsibilities include but are not limited to:Develop and maintain vehicle and subsystem models experiments and analysis techniques to sustain a high level of quality and simulation expertiseDevelop and maintain the simulation workflow integrating the models with the broader Pratt Miller tool chainLead or assist in development of simulation tools and utilitiesInterface with PME customers and internal programs to support PME Core Simulation productsProvide vehicle dynamics and simulation subject matter expertise to internal engineers and customersDevelop and refine NASCAR vehicle simulation models in Dymola/Modelica ensuring compatibility with Pratt Millers broader tool chainPerform structured correlation work comparing simulation outputs to on-track and rig test data and use results to continually improve model fidelityAdapt and tune models for real-time applications to support immersive DiL sessionsProvide test support during Driver-in-the-Loop sessions including test planning execution and reportingTroubleshoot simulation model solution or correlation issues and report modeling needs back to the development groupExecute desktop simulations to support NASCAR vehicle development and tuning activities analyzing results and composing clear reportsCollaborate with cross-functional engineers to align model capabilities with program requirements and team feedbackADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:In addition to the responsibilities mentioned above tasks relating to the following area will be. assigned as required:Attendance at Pratt & Miller meetingsEducation / trainingProvide feedback on product needs and processesSupport Pratt Miller initiatives marketing events and general development as necessaryESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:Desired EducationBS MS or PhD in Mechanical or Automotive EngineeringAt least 7-10 years professional or academic experience in automotive engineering and simulation (motorsports preferred)Preferred background in vehicle dynamicsDesired Specialized Knowledge and SkillsStrong background in vehicle dynamics including suspension and tiresExperience in the development and/or application of vehicle simulation toolsetsHands-on experience with multi-body modeling for motorsports or high-performance vehicles (Dymola/Modelica preferred)Experience with vehicle analysis methods and correlation to test dataAbility to configure and deploy models in real-time simulation environmentsVehicle development experience using full-vehicle simulation; high-performance or NASCAR experience a plusFamiliarity with tire modeling approaches (e.g. Pacejka)Experience with Pi Toolbox MoTeC i2 or similar race engineering softwareProgramming fluency in MATLAB Python C C# and/or other compiled languagesExperience working with FMI/FMUs or similar model exchange and co-simulation standardsExperience with structured software development practicesExcellent analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to work independently and move projects forward with little directionExcellent interpersonal verbal and writing skills for communicating with other Pratt & Miller Engineering team members and clientsAttention to detailDrive for qualityStrong work ethicTeam playerWork Environment/Physical DemandsStress may occur periodicallyLong hours may be required at timesLimited amounts of travel may be requiredWork environment can vary between group and individual assignments and tasksPay Range: $89500.00 - $140500.00The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Within this range individual pay is determined by various factors including the scope and responsibilities of the role the candidates experience education and skills as well as the equity of pay among team members in similar positions. Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package we prioritize a people-first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success.Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any part of the recruitment process please contact our talent acquisition team by email .Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability veteran status or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporations legal duty to furnish information.Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be U.S. Persons as defined in these regulations. Generally a U.S. Person is a U.S. citizen lawful permanent resident or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum. Key Skills APIs,C/C++,Computer Graphics,Go,React,Redux,Node.js,AWS,Library Services,Assembly,GraphQL,High Voltage Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 89500 - 140500