SimCenter Simulations Engineer

Multimatic Inc. is a world class company that has experienced tremendous growth since its inception. This growth was achieved as a result of the skill and dedication of our employees.

From Art to Part.

Multimatic Engineering is a unique blend of high-volume, production-focused engineering, vehicle systems expertise and advanced R&D capability. We have a comprehensive development team supporting Multimatic’s manufacturing divisions while also providing contract engineering services to a variety of outside customers. Multimatic Engineering has design, analysis, electronics, vehicle dynamics and testing capabilities and closely collaborates with in-house prototype and tooling enabling a highly efficient product development process. Multimatic Engineering develops products for major automotive OEMs and a growing number of niche vehicle manufacturers.

SimCenter Detroit features the VI-grade DiM250 DYNAMIC Driving Simulator. The simulator has servo electric actuators that provide 9 degrees-of-freedom to the driver cockpit. Its ability to accurately reproduce both high frequency and large displacement motions in longitudinal, lateral and yaw directions makes VI-grade’s DiM250 a unique engineering tool, suitable for evaluating vehicle ride and handling dynamics in the virtual world. Also onsite is VI-grade’s COMPACT Simulator, specifically utilized for verifying model integrity before being implemented on the DiM250.

Multimatic Engineering invites applicants for the position of SimCenter Simulations Engineer to be responsible for daily readiness and operations of Multimatic’s simulator systems at SimCenter Detroit and contribute to leading-edge research and development towards improving simulator and simulation techniques across Multimatic’s facilities.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure simulator systems are operational and ready for customer and internal use
• Contribute to development of leading-edge technologies related to vehicle dynamics simulation and driving simulators, including associated hardware systems, simulator control software, and multibody dynamical modelling
• Maintain professional interface with simulator customers to facilitate simulator sessions and coordination with Multimatic’s greater Engineering teams involved with simulation technologies
• Manage and complete cockpit changes for a highly diversified user base, from motorsport teams to road vehicle manufacturers
• Manage day-to-day scheduling of the SimCenter and associated simulation activities
• Coordinate and execute simulator system upgrades, modifications, system fault resolutions, and scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, including maintenance on energized low and high-voltage components and support equipment
• Prepare maintenance action reports and other support documentation as may be assigned
• Assist Engineering Director, Operations with other duties as may be assigned, including facility/vehicle management, shipping/receiving, inventory control, technical documentation, and administrative procedures
• Maintain working knowledge of safety policies and regulations to ensure duties are performed in a safe manner
  
  

The above is intended to describe the general content of and the requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor degree in a related discipline of Engineering, such as but not limited to Mechanical, Automotive, Aerospace, Mechatronics, Robotics, etc.
• Work experience and/or training in real-time dynamical simulation and simulator systems is a strong preference
• Proficiency with Microsoft Windows operating systems, Microsoft Office suite, MathWorks MATLAB and Simulink
• Experience with VI-grade software products, Linux operating systems, and Concurrent Real-Time is a strong asset
• Advanced knowledge of electronic and mechatronic systems
• Excellent problem-solving skills and demonstrated ability to apply hardware and software diagnostic skills toward systematic root cause isolation
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to interact with all facility users and stakeholders: customers, suppliers, engineers, etc...
• Strong organizational skills and ability to independently manage workload
• Ability to thrive in a face-paced, team environment; able to proactively adapt to find solutions and meet deadlines as challenges arise
  
  

For more information on how Multimatic uses driving simulators in our Engineering operations, visit:

https://www.multimatic.com/engineering/vehicle-dynamics/simulators/

To learn more about Multimatic, check out our youtube channel - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=psOjJIh3t90

If you are interested in this position, apply by sending us your cover letter and resume.

We thank all interested candidates in advance; however, only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

As part of our commitment to ensuring our employment practices are fair, accessible, and inclusive of persons with disabilities, recruitment-related accommodations for disabilities, are available upon request throughout the recruitment and assessment process for applicants with disabilities.