Plant Modeling and Simulation Engineer

We are seeking a Plant Modeling and Simulation Engineer to develop, validate, and maintain high-quality plant models supporting XIL, virtual validation, and system integration activities. This role focuses on building scalable, reusable models across multiple vehicle domains and ensuring alignment with system-level requirements and verification workflows.The engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams including system design, architecture, controls, and testing organizations to enable efficient virtual development and validation using model-based techniques.This role is ideal for engineers who:Enjoy deep technical work in modeling and simulationWant to contribute to system-level development and validationAre building toward technical leadership or system architecture rolesKey Responsibilities:Plant Model DevelopmentDevelop and maintain 0D/1D plant models representing physical systems (e.g., propulsion, chassis, ADAS, infotainment).Ensure models meet appropriate fidelity levels depending on development phase (concept, design, integration, validation).Perform model validation and correlation against requirements and test data.Support model reduction and optimization for simulation efficiency.Model-Based Development SupportIntegrate plant models into XIL workflows and environments.Support virtual testing, requirement validation, and system verification activities.Collaborate with controls and system engineers to ensure alignment between plant models and control strategies.Contribute to continuous integration pipelines for model development and validation.Collaboration & IntegrationWork with:System and functional design teamsArchitecture and simulation framework teamsTesting and validation teamsSuppliers and tool vendorsEnsure plant models:Are compatible with simulation platformsSupport cross-domain integrationEnable efficient data exchange and reuseModel Quality & GovernanceFollow established modeling best practices and standardsParticipate in: Model reviewsQuality checks and validation processesMaintain: Model documentationVersion control and configuration managementContinuous ImprovementSupport initiatives to improve: Model fidelity and performanceReusability and scalabilitySimulation efficiencyContribute to tool evaluation, benchmarking, and process enhancementsBasic Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related fieldA minimum of 5 years of experience in plant modeling, simulation, or V&V environmentsStrong understanding of Model-Based Development (MBD) and virtual testing methodsExperience with MATLAB/Simulink or similar modeling toolsKnowledge of physical system modeling (0D/1D)Strong problem-solving and analytical skillsKnowledge of CI/CD tools and methods Experience in one scripting languagePreferred Qualifications:Experience in automotive OEMFamiliarity with xIL environments (MIL/SIL/HIL)Understanding of automotive V&V processes and standardsExperience with: Model validation and correlationVariant/configuration managementVersion control systemsDomain experience in: PropulsionADASChassisInfotainmentKey Competencies:Strong collaboration and communication skillsAbility to work in cross-functional teamsAttention to detail and commitment to model qualityAdaptability to Agile development environmentsBrand: FCA GroupJob ID: 2020502Employment Type: Full-timeJob Area: SoftwarePosted Date: 20/08/2026