Job ID

- 65313
- Category
- PD Operations and Quality
- Location
- Chennai, India
- Work Type
- Hybrid

In this role, you will design and develop engineering tools, automate simulation workflows, and support propulsion and vehicle-level analysis. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust, scalable solutions for automotive R&D;, with a focus on fuel economy and system optimisation

- Develop and maintain engineering tools using MATLAB, Simulink, and scripting (M-code) :

- Design and implement automated workflows for simulation, validation, and reporting :

- Perform vehicle and propulsion system-level analysis , including fuel economy prediction and optimisation

- Analyse simulation and test data to identify trends and improvement opportunities

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver solutions

- Validate tools for accuracy, robustness, and usability :

- Document tool design, assumptions, and usage guidelines

- Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering methods and processes

Technical Skills

Must-Have :

- Strong proficiency in MATLAB, Simulink,



and M-scripting :

- Experience in tool development, automation, or simulation workflows :

- Good working knowledge of C/C++ programming :

- Experience in data analysis and engineering problem-solving

Good-to-Have :

- Python scripting for data analysis or automation

- Experience with fuel economy modelling or optimisation :

- Knowledge of vehicle systems (powertrain, thermal, controls, etc.)

- Exposure to Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) practices

Behavioural Skills

- Robust analytical and problem-solving skills
- Effective communication and documentation abilities
- Collaborative team player with cross-functional experience
- Self-driven with attention to quality and detail
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Electrical, or Controls Engineering
- Experience in automotive R&D;, simulation, tool development, or validation
- Exposure to model-based development and vehicle data analysis is an advantage

📌 Lead Engineer - Propulsion Systems & Mbse (Chennai)
🏢 Ford Motor
📍 Chennai