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Job Posting Title

Senior Analytical Engineer - MBD

Job Description Summary

#TeamAAM is looking for a Senior Analytical Engineer to join our team in Detroit, Michigan!

The Senior Analytical Engineer will be responsible for developing physics-based and high fidelity multi-body dynamics models of driveline products (mechanical/electric drivelines, drive axle, PTU, propshaft, etc.) and work closely with electronics and software departments to evaluate product performance, identify risks, and provide design recommendations through design optimization studies in order to ensure product meets customer specifications.

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Job Description

• Develops multi-body dynamics models for automotive driveline products.
• Implements control strategies for motors, actuators and performs co-simulation with system models.
• Correlates dynamic simulation results to vehicle and lab data.
• Conducts modeling and analysis to identify risks where designs may not meet specifications.
• Performs design iterations and optimization studies to identify the best design solutions to meet design specifications and customer requirements.
• Refines current standard analysis methods to improve prediction fidelity and develop new CAE techniques
• Participates and contributes to program peer reviews, analytical design verification plan and report (DVP&R), design best practices and lessons learned documentation.
• Creates and presents analytical reports to internal and external customers.
• All other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Education

• Master of Science degree in Mechanical or related engineering fields.
• Graduate level coursework in dynamics, controls and numerical integration.
• 3-5+ years of experience in developing driveline MBD models using ADAMS, ADAMS/Car, AMESIM, CarSim or equivalent.
• 3-5+ years of experience using MATLAB/Simulink/Simscape.
• Experience working with dynamic model integration.
• Knowledge of driveline system functionality.
• Ability to interact with CAD systems, like NX for input to simulation models.
• Computer programming skills, such as C/C++ Visual Basic, Java, Python, Matlab.
• Proficient in MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Technical writing and presentations skills.
• Excellent at problem solving, troubleshooting, and quick thinking.
• Self-motivated, demonstrate initiative, and able to work independently.

About AAM:

As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM designs, engineers and manufactures Driveline and Metal Forming technologies to support electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. Headquartered in Detroit with over 80 facilities in 18 countries, we are Bringing the Future Faster for a safer and more sustainable tomorrow. To learn more, visit AAM.com.

Why Join #TeamAAM:

As a member of #TeamAAM, you’ll get to make a difference on day one. From your first day with us, you’ll have the opportunity to grow, embrace challenges, build your skills, and bring your authentic self to work every day, all while helping to shape the future of mobility for AAM…and the world.

AAM will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. AAM will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail TalentAcquisition@aam.com. AAM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.