Modelling and Simulation Specialist

Modelling and Simulation Specialist Overview

A leading government-backed organization is looking for a Modelling and Simulation Specialist to join a newly established team focused on the certification and validation of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and Automated Driving Systems (ADS). This role is technically oriented, requiring expertise in vehicle simulation to assess and validate evidence obtained through simulated environments for type approval.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the evaluation of simulation-based evidence to ensure compliance with automotive safety and performance standards.
• Manage technical activities related to the validation of simulation toolchains and methodologies.
• Conduct audits of manufacturers’ processes to verify the reliability and compliance of simulation data with type approval legislation.
• Perform credibility assessments of simulations, including verifying assumptions, analyzing uncertainties, and benchmarking against real-world data.
• Develop and enhance validation procedures to ensure accuracy, reliability, and repeatability in simulation environments.
• Provide expert technical guidance to internal engineers and stakeholders regarding the use of virtual assessments for type approval.
• Mentor and support colleagues to improve simulation and modeling skills within the broader engineering team.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will be an experienced simulation professional with a strong understanding of vehicle dynamics and a passion for safety, technology, and innovation in the automotive sector. You should possess a detail-oriented and analytical mindset, capable of applying engineering judgment to complex virtual assessments.

Essential Experience

• Proven experience using industry-recognized simulation software to evaluate vehicle dynamic performance for ADAS/ADS applications.
• Hands-on experience validating simulation models against experimental or real-world data.
• Strong technical background in simulation methodologies and virtual testing.

Desirable Qualifications

• A degree (Level 6 or higher) in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience working within type approval, certification, or regulatory environments.

This position offers a competitive hourly rate of £60 – £67 and is contracted for 24 months. The working pattern is hybrid, requiring three days on-site each week. This is an exciting opportunity to influence the future of vehicle certification and contribute to the safety and reliability of automated vehicle technologies in the UK and beyond.

Degree Requirement: Bachelor’s

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