We are looking for a Plant Simulation Engineer to join a team working on next-generation virtual development and validation platforms for a major OEM. This role focuses on plant model development and simulation-based engineering for vehicle systems, with a strong emphasis on virtual test environments, model-based development, and software verification. The position sits at the intersection of system modeling, virtual ECU development, and automotive software integration, supporting early validation activities across multiple domains. Working model: Hybrid Employment type: Full-time, Contract or Freelance Responsibilities Develop plant models for automotive systems such as sensors, actuators, e-powertrain, vehicle dynamics, braking, and related domains Contribute to virtual test platform development across MIL, SIL, and HIL environments Support model-based development and simulation activities using tools such as MATLAB/Simulink Work on virtual and soft ECU related activities, including co-simulation, virtualization,



and system integration Apply software verification and validation methods in virtual development environments Support troubleshooting and resolution of platform and system-level issues Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams on simulation, validation, and integration topics Contribute to CI/CD-oriented workflows for virtual platform development and testing Support early-stage development through model-driven testing, functional mockups, and proof-of-concept activities Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a closely related engineering field 2–4 years of experience developing virtual test platforms in automotive applications Strong knowledge of plant model development for automotive systems Experience with physics-based or data-based modeling techniques, ideally with exposure to multibody dynamics or hydraulic system modeling Experience with virtualization, co-sim

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