Range and Efficiency Engineer
Job in
Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan, 48228, USA
Listed on 2026-10-16
Listing for:
Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-16
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Energy Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Energy Management/ Efficiency, Electrical Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
- Focused on maximizing range and energy efficiency for electric and hybrid vehicles, this role involves setting efficiency targets, conducting simulations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate energy-saving features. The Range and Efficiency Engineer ensures optimal vehicle performance by improving aerodynamics, rolling resistance, and powertrain efficiency.
- Focused on maximizing range and energy efficiency for electric and hybrid vehicles, this role involves setting efficiency targets, conducting simulations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate energy-saving features. The Range and Efficiency Engineer ensures optimal vehicle performance by improving aerodynamics, rolling resistance, and powertrain efficiency.
- Set and track range and efficiency targets specific to electric and hybrid powertrains, aligning performance with product requirements and customer expectations.
- Conduct detailed simulations to optimize vehicle aerodynamics, rolling resistance, and powertrain efficiency using tools like GT-SUITE, AVL Cruise, and MATLAB/Simulink.
- Collaborate with aerodynamics, thermal, and powertrain engineering teams to integrate energy-efficient technologies and design optimizations, including lightweight materials and regenerative braking systems.
- Analyze vehicle designs for energy loss sources and implement design modifications to maximize range and minimize power consumption.
- Correlate simulation results with real-world on-road data, refining models to improve predictive accuracy and ensure efficient performance under varying driving conditions.
- Document findings and recommendations for range and efficiency improvements, providing actionable insights and design feedback for future product iterations.
- Develop methods for continuous improvement in vehicle energy efficiency, exploring advanced materials, aerodynamics enhancements, and power management strategies.
- Conduct vehicle range tests in various environmental conditions, including different temperatures, terrains, and load scenarios, to assess the impact on battery efficiency and overall vehicle performance.
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