Tire Model Engineer

Ford Motor Company - Concord, North Carolina

Position Summary:

Position Overview/Description: 
 
We are seeking a Tire Model Engineer to join our team. This individual will work closely with all Ford sponsored NASCAR teams and lead the development of an analytical tire model used for vehicle dynamics simulation.  This individual will be working with and developing analytical tire models, populating the models with physical test data and correlating the model to actual vehicle tests and driving simulator sessions.  This individual will be responsible for publishing and presenting results in preparation for races.
 
The position will be located in Concord, NC.
 
Responsibilities:   
 

• Leading the development of an analytical tire model used for vehicle dynamics simulation
• Working with Performance Tire Engineers to define tests at SOVA/CALSPAN and race track
• Attend SOVA/Calspan testing as necessary
• Analytically fit all the Goodyear tire test data measured at SOVA/CALSPAN and create accurate coefficient files
• Using collected wheel force transducer data to adjust tire coefficient files to match tire performance on race track surfaces
• Working with Simulator Engineers to further adjust coefficient files using driver feedback
• Authoring detailed tire test/fit reports

• Conducting detailed reviews of fit data with Ford NASCAR race teams
• Position is located at the Ford Performance Technical Center in Concord, NC

• Some travel will be required to race team facilities and tire testing facilities

 
Job Requirements:

Basic Qualifications:  
 

• Bachelors of Science in Engineering
• 2+ years of experience/study of tire mechanics and vehicle dynamics theory
• 2+ years of experience/application of analytical tire model theory
• 1+ years of experience in tire testing and/or modeling including experience processing and/or fitting tire test data taken on a flat belt test machine (SOVA, Calspan, Smithers, MTS, etc.)
• 1+ years of experience in organizing and leading engineering reviews of tire fit results

 
Preferred Qualifications:
 
 

• BSME degree preferred
• Prefer Pacejka based tire models experience
• Prefer 1+ years of programming experience (C++ or C#, Java, XML, MatLab)
• Work experience in professional racing or tire design/manufacturing/testing highly preferred
• Experience with vehicle dynamics modeling programs such as Dymola, VI-Grade, ADAMS or CarSim
• Experience with MF6.2 tire model
• Atlas/Pi/Motec or other data acquisition software experience preferred
• SAE competition (BAJA / Formula SAE / Etc.), suspension/steering/tire design experience, vehicle dynamics development experience
• Highly motivated self-starter with excellent communication skills and a flexible approach to working hours
• Project management experience preferred

 
The distance between imagination and … creation. It can be measured in years of innovation, or in moments of brilliance. When you join the Ford team discover all the benefits, rewards and development opportunities you’d expect from a diverse global leader. You’ll become part of a team that is already leading the way, with ingenious solutions and attainable products – and it is always ready to go further.

Visa sponsorship may be available for this position.

Ford Motor Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status.
 
 

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Posted: 30+ days ago

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