Simulator Engineer Formula-E (m/w/d)

Permanent employee, Full-time · Kempten/Johann-Abt-Straße

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The Lola Yamaha ABT Formula E Team competes in the FIA Formula E World Championship, uniting Lola Cars' legendary motorsport heritage, Yamaha’s cutting-edge technology, and the racing expertise of ABT Sportsline.
We are looking for a Simulator Engineer to play a central role in operating, maintaining, and developing our Driver-in-the-Loop (DiL) simulator environment. This includes both hardware and software components and supports our vehicle development and race preparation efforts.

Key Responsibilities

Simulator Operation & Session Support

Operate and manage DiL simulator sessions with drivers and engineers.
Prepare simulation runs for car development and race event prep.

Modelling & Software Development

Develop and maintain vehicle models in MATLAB/Simulink.
Work with Canopy models (DiL and offline).
Develop scripts and tools to optimise simulation workflows.
Maintain and enhance rFpro-based simulation tracks and session setups.
Update and document track models and simulation environments.

Hardware & Systems

Maintain and upgrade simulator hardware (sensors, actuators, wiring looms).
Monitor simulator system health and ensure reliability.

Integration & Communication

Handle API interactions and CAN-based communication.
Support vehicle network diagnostics and integration tasks.

What We Offer

A high-tech simulation environment within a cutting-edge Formula E team.
Opportunities to contribute to race prep and performance development.
Exposure to the latest DiL systems and simulation technologies.
Room for growth and contribution in one of motorsport’s most innovative series.

Profil

Discipline: Vehicle Simulation / DiL Engineering
Experience Level: 2+ years
Education Level: Degree
Location: Kempten, Germany (occasional travel to support team activities)

Required:

Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink, Python, and VBA.
Understanding of real-time systems and vehicle dynamics.
Experience with CAN communication and system diagnostics.
Experience operating or supporting DiL or simulation-based environments.

Nice to Have:

Experience with rFpro (TerrainEditor, SceneEditor).
Familiarity with Canopy (DiL and offline).
Knowledge of vehicle network integration and motorsport electronics.

Education & Background

Degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Electrical, or Motorsport Engineering or a related technical field.
Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced racing environment.
Self-driven and collaborative, with attention to detail.

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