System Physical Modelling Engineer

BWI Group is a premier chassis supplier that designs and manufactures brake and suspension systems for the automotive market. We are a fast paced, global organization employing some of the best and brightest minds in the industry. Do you have experience in Automotive Electronic/Electromechanical/Electrohydraulic component development? Do you have knowledge on advanced controls & Artificial Intelligence for functions development in model base and C Code? Are you keen to contribute to the design of complex vehicle component and systems? We are looking for a

Technical Expert in physical modelling and system simulation

to join our engineering team and contribute to the development and validation of advanced models for automotive mechanical and hydraulic systems, with a particular focus on

braking systems . The ideal candidate combines strong expertise in physical modelling, system dynamics, and automotive braking systems with hands‑on experience using both the

Amesim

and

MathWorks Simscape

toolchains. The role involves translating physical system behavior into robust, reusable simulation models and supporting their application throughout the product development lifecycle, from concept and design through verification and validation. Location : Turin, IT We offer exciting and diversified projects collegial environment an inside view into innovative technologies of the automotive industry wide network of research and development parties big amount of self-reliance modern leadership culture Smart working environment promotion of personal development individual professional education for continuous learning and improvements International working environment and collaboration with advanced High Technology R&D team from different region Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain

high-fidelity physical models

of mechanical, hydraulic, and electro‑mechanical automotive systems, particularly braking systems. Model and simulate braking system components and architectures, including hydraulic circuits, valves, actuators, pumps, accumulators, calipers, master cylinders, brake boosters, and related mechanical elements. Develop

1D system-level models

to investigate system performance, dynamic behavior, component interactions, and failure modes. Use

Siemens Simcenter Amesim

and

MathWorks Simscape/Simulink

to create, calibrate, and validate physical models. Establish modelling methodologies and best practices across the different simulation toolchains. Translate physical requirements and engineering specifications into appropriate mathematical and physical representations. Correlate simulation models against

test-bench, component, and vehicle‑level measurements . Perform parameter identification, model calibration, sensitivity analysis, and uncertainty assessment. Support the definition and execution of simulation-based

verification and validation

activities. Collaborate closely with engineers working on system architecture, controls, hydraulics, mechanics, testing, and vehicle integration. Provide technical guidance and mentoring to engineers developing physical models. Evaluate and select appropriate modelling fidelity depending on the engineering application, from concept studies to detailed validation. Contribute to the development of reusable modelling libraries, simulation workflows, and automated model‑validation processes. Communicate simulation results and technical conclusions clearly to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders. Required Skills & Qualifications Master Engineering Degree in

Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Mechatronics, Control Engineering , or a related technical discipline. Significant professional experience in

physical/system modelling and simulation

within the automotive industry. Strong understanding of

mechanical and hydraulic system dynamics , including fluid mechanics, pressure/flow relationships, mechanical dynamics, friction, thermal effects, and energy transfer. Demonstrated experience with

automotive braking systems , ideally including hydraulic braking, electro‑hydraulic braking, brake‑by‑wire, or related technologies. Hands‑on experience with both: MathWorks Simscape / Simulink Strong understanding of

multi‑domain physical modelling

and the principles behind equation‑based modelling. Experience with model calibration and correlation against experimental data. Ability to assess modelling assumptions, numerical behavior, model stability, and simulation accuracy. Good understanding of simulation workflows covering model development, parameterization, calibration, verification, and validation. Experience with MATLAB/Simulink scripting or automation is highly desirable. Knowledge of model‑based development and automotive development processes is an advantage. Preferred Skills & Qualifications Experience with

brake‑by‑wire, ESC/ABS, hydraulic brake control, regenerative braking, or integrated braking systems . Experience modelling

electro‑hydraulic actuators and mechatronic systems . Knowledge of vehicle dynamics and longitudinal vehicle modelling. Experience integrating physical plant models with

control‑system models . Familiarity with

MIL, SIL, and HIL

simulation environments. Experience with automated testing, regression testing, and model‑quality assessment. Knowledge of automotive standards and development processes such as

ISO 26262

is a plus. Experience transferring or correlating models between different simulation environments is particularly valuable

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