Background
No restraints. No limitations. We don’t simply push boundaries. We completely rethink them. McLaren Automotive exists to create breath-taking performance road cars.
With innovation at the core of all we do, every challenge starts with the same question. How can we do it better? This restless spirit runs right through McLaren Automotive. And the search for perfection is evident in everything we do.
Purpose of Role
Principal Accountabilities
- Development of simulation / test / development capabilities required to support the development of the McLaren Electric Drivetrain
- Collaborate in the definition of the hardware and software controller specifications for the Electric Drivetrain, so that the Electric Drive Performance, Efficiency and Drivability attributes are met
- Working closely with other teams to develop simulation models and communication methods that result in an integrated approach to powertrain and vehicle attribute delivery
- Develop EDT CAE core competencies including tool sets, software and best practice techniques
- Develop additional EDT CAE capabilities as required to bring value-added analysis ‘in-house’ where possible
- Preparation and presentation of material to support external and internal project status reviews
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Proficiency in Mathworks MATLAB / Simulink
- Experience in electric drive component (battery, cells, eMotor, inverter, DCDC) electrical and thermal modelling, using Matlab / Simulink or dedicated similar software
- Technical knowledge and/or experience of hybrid powertrain / electric drive simulation and test methodologies
- Ability to analyse hybrid powertrain and electric drive data and draw out fundamental causes and effects
- Desirable - experience in a simulation, analysis & development environment – model architecture definition, tool-chain setup, model and boundary condition set up, data processing and reporting
- IT literate and at ease with MS Office product
- Mechanical, Electrical/Electronic or Automotive Engineering Degree 2:1 or above
Personal Attributes
- A passion for high performance electric drive engineering
- Good team skills, willingness to work cross-functionally with excellent communication skills
- Well organised and independent – able to work constructively with minimal supervision
- A positive, proactive attitude with a high level of self-motivation to deliver excellence
- An engaging mind, open to new problems outside their normal comfort zone
- Adopts a creative & thoughtful approach to solving engineering problems with good attention to detail
- A willingness to engage in debate and discussion, and to listen and see others’ points of view
- Ability to communicate clearly with design and development groups
- Ambitious and self-reliant - intrinsically self-motivated
- Capable of representing a world class automotive brand
- Able to remain focused under pressure
Organization:
McLaren Automotive