Vehicle Dynamics Engineer - Mechatronic and Embedded Controls

The Vehicle Dynamics Engineer is responsible for the development, and validation, of ride, steering, handling, and tire performance to meet functional objectives of Stellantis vehicles. The Engineer will work closely with a Vehicle Dynamics Lead (performance) engineer, component Design and Release Engineers (DRE), Vehicle Dynamics, Virtual Analysis Engineers, Noise/Vibration/Harshness (NVH) Engineers, Active Chassis system Engineers and the Vehicle Product engineering team to ensure that critical components such as suspension, steering, powertrain/engine/body mounts, and tires have appropriate targets/specifications to meet Program performance objectives. This will be accomplished through a combination of simulation, objective testing, and subjective evaluation methods. The role requires specialized driving skills for subjective ride, steering, routine handling and limit handling evaluations.

The Vehicle Dynamics Engineer will be responsible for in-vehicle and on-simulator development of the critical components to meet the vehicle's overall ride, steering, handling, and tire performance objectives. This development work takes place predominantly at the Chelsea Proving Grounds in Michigan, with travel required to other test locations as both weather, and test surface conditions dictate (Significant travel occurs during the winter months, with trips lasting 2-3 weeks at a time. Travel is mostly domestic within North America, but can also be international, and is approximately 20% of the Engineer's time).

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related degree field
• Demonstrated understanding of vehicle dynamics theory and application
• Experience with Suspension and Steering system kinematics and compliance as well as full vehicle ride and handling.
• Vehicle ride, steering and handling evaluation experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to coordinate activities with other department / functions
• Proficient use of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc).
• Organized, self-motivated, work as required to support projects.
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Valid driver's license is required as well as a clean driving record - will be required to drive company vehicles.
• Ability to travel to Internationally for meetings and manufacturing plant support
• Must be legally eligible to work in the USA and Canada

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master of Science Degree in Engineering