Simulation Engineer - Entry Level

Pratt Miller

Huntersville, NC

About Pratt Miller, An Oshkosh Company
Pratt Miller is a product development company in motorsports, defense, and mobility industries providing clients with product engineering and low-volume production solutions. Our range of research & development, engineering, prototype manufacturing, test & validation, and low-rate production capability help our customers bring their high-quality products to market faster.
The Motorsports Simulation Engineer will help develop and maintain leading-edge vehicle simulation and analysis products, including Dymola-based multi-body modeling libraries, vehicle and subsystem models for desktop and XiL applications, simulation workflows for tool chain integration, and general vehicle dynamics analysis capabilities. In addition to supporting Pratt Miller customers, this role will place a particular emphasis on NASCAR programs — developing, integrating, and validating models within Pratt Miller’s vehicle configuration tools, correlating simulation results with physical test data, and preparing models for Driver-in-the-Loop (DiL) environments to ensure accurate, real-time performance.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Typical responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Develop and maintain vehicle and subsystem models, experiments, and analysis techniques to sustain a high level of quality and simulation expertise
Develop and maintain the simulation workflow integrating the models with the broader Pratt Miller tool chain
Lead or assist in development of simulation tools and utilities
Interface with PME customers and internal programs to support PME Core Simulation products
Provide vehicle dynamics and simulation subject matter expertise to internal engineers and customers
Develop and refine NASCAR vehicle simulation models in Dymola/Modelica, ensuring compatibility with Pratt Miller’s broader tool chain
Perform structured correlation work — comparing simulation outputs to on-track and rig test data — and use results to continually improve model fidelity
Adapt and tune models for real-time applications to support immersive DiL sessions
Provide test support during Driver-in-the-Loop sessions including test planning, execution, and reporting
Troubleshoot simulation model solution or correlation issues and report modeling needs back to the development group
Execute desktop simulations to support NASCAR vehicle development and tuning activities, analyzing results and composing clear reports
Collaborate with cross-functional engineers to align model capabilities with program requirements and team feedback
Additional Duties And Responsibilities
In addition to the responsibilities mentioned above, tasks relating to the following area will be. assigned as required:
Attendance at Pratt & Miller meetings
Education / training
Provide feedback on product needs and processes
Support Pratt Miller initiatives, marketing events, and general development as necessary
Essential Knowledge And Skills
Desired Education
BS, MS, or PhD in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering
Academic experience in automotive engineering and simulation (motorsports preferred)
Preferred background in vehicle dynamics
Desired Specialized Knowledge And Skills
Strong background in vehicle dynamics, including suspension and tires
Experience in the development and/or application of vehicle simulation toolsets
Hands-on experience with multi-body modeling for motorsports or high-performance vehicles (Dymola/Modelica preferred)
Experience with vehicle analysis methods and correlation to test data
Vehicle development experience using full-vehicle simulation
Familiarity with tire modeling approaches (e.g., Pacejka)
Experience with Pi Toolbox, MoTeC i2, or similar race engineering software
Programming fluency in MATLAB, Python, C++, C#, and/or other compiled languages
Experience with structured software development practices
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and move projects forward with little direction
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and writing skills for communicating with other Pratt & Miller Engineering team members and clients
Attention to detail
Drive for quality
Strong work ethic
Team player
Work Environment/Physical Demands
Stress may occur periodically
Long hours may be required at times
Limited amounts of travel may be required
Work environment can vary between group and individual assignments and tasks
Pay Range
$64,500.00 - $103,500.00
The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education and skills, as well as the equity of pay among team members in similar positions. Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package, we prioritize a people-first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success.
Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any part of the recruitment process, please contact our talent acquisition team by email [email protected].
Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.
Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.
Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.

Posted 2026-01-13

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