Lead Digital Vehicle Engineer

About the job

WHAT YOU'LL NEED
 Within JLR Digital Engineering, 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.  You will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of 1D & MBS vehicle model enhancements to support core programmes, from collating customer requirements, capability development, through to automated build and execution.  

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.
• Demonstrate and transfer new methods to CAE teams, including their offshore operations where necessary.
• Support the continual development of tools and techniques which enhance capability, improve quality and robustness of virtual models
• Mentor and train junior team members and graduates
 • Undertake any other work as directed by their line manager in connection with their job as may be requested

WHAT TO EXPECT
• 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
• Experience of supporting engineering or analytical projects
 • Relevant degree or equivalent experience preferred

Desirable:
• Experience in continuous improvements to business processes to support customer service and financial objectives
• Experience of the Dassault 3DExperience toolset
• Experience of scripting to automate CAE workflows
• Experience of providing application support to CAE engineers
• Experience of training other users in CAE tools and methods
• Experience in broader supporting areas, e.g. vehicle dynamics, model-based embedded control development, code generation, real-time systems, HPC / distributed computing etc.
• Familiarity with software development practices, incl. Agile and working within an Agile environment, source control and unit testing etc.
• Familiarity with Systems Engineering approach to product development and virtual engineering roles within this.
 • Knowledge of model integration / co-simulation methods and tool coupling interfaces such as s-func and FMI

SO WHY US?

Bring all this to the home of premium innovation, and you’ll find the opportunities to further your career with a world-class team, a discounted car purchase and lease scheme for you and your family, membership of a competitive pension plan and performance related bonus scheme. All this and more makes Jaguar Land Rover the perfect place to continue your journey.

This role may offer the opportunity for hybrid working where you can split your time between working from home and in the office. At Jaguar Land Rover, hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement providing employees with more choice and flexibility around how, when and where they work, if suitable for their role. Further details can be discussed with the Hiring Manager at interview stage. 

Please be aware that we may close this vacancy for applications before the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of interest. We strongly advise you to submit your application as early as possible.

Jaguar Land Rover is committed to equal opportunity for all.