Performance Engineer MotoGP*
focus on tyre performance & simulation
(Ref.Nr.:4280)
KTM Racing GmbH Munderfing
full time
as soon as possible
Performance & Analysis
10%
*As a global player rooted in Austria, we thrive on diversity. No matter what gender you may be, where you come from or the color of your skin - here, you are YOU, and that’s what matters to us.
The opportunities are endless when you are fearless
In our Racing Factory, we live and breathe the passion for ultimate engineering excellence. Our drive is to create the perfect racing machine. Day after day, we take on the challenge of competing with the best teams in the world to develop and manufacture the ultimate high-performance motorcycle. But before we can celebrate great victories together, the bikes must first be developed. As a Performance Engineer with a focus on tyre performance, you play a key role in pushing our performance forward. You will work closely with various motorsport teams to collect, analyze, and present data from our road racing bikes – making you an essential part of our continuous development. Do you have the passion and drive it takes?
THE TASKS AWAITING YOU
- development of tyre models such as the Pacejka thermal tyre model and contact geometries
- simulation and prediction of tyre performance depending on asphalt, weather and race duration
- creating models to predict vehicle performance (e.g. sensitivity analysis)
- validating simulation results against vehicle data
- evaluating tyre-specific tests (flat track testing) and vehicle parameters to identify trends in vehicle performance
- developing tyre-specific analysis tools
- coordinating with different departments to synchronise simulation models
- preparing tyre and driving dynamics simulations for strategy meetings and making recommendations for development, testing and racing strategies
- creating performance reports for team management and external partners
HOW YOU CAN INSPIRE US
- successfully completed technical education with a focus on automotive engineering, mechanical engineering, or aeronautical engineering (university of applied sciences/technical university)
- several years of professional experience in the field of tyre technology, vehicle dynamics, or performance analysis
- in-depth technical knowledge of tire models (Pacejka, thermal model, contact patch), tyre technology (casing, rubber properties, grip, abrasion, etc.) and in-depth technical knowledge of driving dynamics modeling (single-track models, GG/yaw moment diagram)
- fundamentals in data analysis, telemetry & sensor data analysis (e.g., IR cameras, pressure sensors, wear measurement)
- software skills in Matlab/Python/Adams/Modelica or comparable
- strong written and spoken English skills
- active interest in motorcycles and motorsports
- communicative and flexible personality with team spirit, organizational skills, and a hands-on mentality
- analytical, creative, and solution-oriented thinking as well as a structured, methodical, and precise way of working
WHAT YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO
- the opportunity to actively help shape the new beginning and future of one of Europe’s most successful motorcycle manufacturers
- attractive social benefits, flexible working hours, and interesting training and development opportunities, as well as a unique corporate culture characterized by collegiality and team spirit
- an attractive and performance-related salary based on qualifications and professional experience from € 57.000,00 gross per year (extra payment possible).
Benefits
KTM _ACADEMY
Our KTM Academy offers versatile and high-quality training courses, combining on-site seminars, workshops, online training and much more.
Health and fitness
We organize events and joint participation in sports activities. Company doctors and occupational psychologists are available on request to provide you with the best possible support in everyday life.
Childcare
Children aged 1-3 are cared for in the company's own “Krabbelstube”. For children aged 5 to 10, KTM AG offers five weeks of free childcare during the summer vacations.
KTM MasterCard Gold
You will receive a free Mastercard Gold in KTM Style. Travel insurance coverage for the whole family included.
Employee events
Work hard, play hard. At the end of the year or summer party, our successes are duly celebrated together.
Employee gifts
With tickets to the MotoGP, gifts at the summer party, at the turn of the year and for your company anniversaries, we show you our appreciation.
Special rates
for employees
Special conditions for our employees when purchasing our products - from clothing to riding gear to motorcycles - are a matter of course for us.
for employees
Welcome on board
Welcome Day, buddy system and feedback sessions in the onboarding phase as well as training from day one will provide you the best start.
Homeoffice
Depending on which area of the company you work in, it is also possible to work from home on Fridays according to the fair use principle.
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Our Values and culture
Pursue your passion and go full throttle for your future. At KTM AG, you have the chance to work with high-performance motorcycles, whether in development, production, marketing, or elsewhere. On top of that, we offer great benefits, an environment that encourages and challenges you, and endless new adventures. No matter what your passport says, your passion is what counts for us! We believe in passion, performance, innovation and teamwork. You too? Then #JoinTheWinningTeam!
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Your contact
If you have any questions, please contact Pernkopf Raphael on +43 (0)676 5589 406
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