Simulator Engineer

Position: Simulator Engineer I
** 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 Simulator Support Engineer will support the development, operation, and maintenance of world-class Driver-in-the-Loop (DiL) simulator systems for Pratt Miller Motorsports customers competing across a wide range of global racing series. This role works within a complex simulator environment involving motion cueing systems, driver immersion technologies, hardware/software integration, audio, image generation, display systems, custom cockpits, and hardware-in-the-loop (HiL) components.

The ideal candidate will possess strong engineering fundamentals, a broad technical curiosity, and a passion for advancing simulator technologies. This position requires a collaborative mindset, strong analytical skills, and a drive for continuous improvement to support the rapid, high-performance environment of motorsports simulation.
** ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND SKILLS
** Typical responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
** Simulator Operation & Maintenance
*** Operate and maintain Driver-in-the-Loop (DiL) simulator systems to ensure reliability and performance.
* Execute routine electrical and mechanical maintenance schedules for simulator hardware.
* Support troubleshooting efforts across motion systems, computing clusters, visualization components, and integrated subsystems.
** Simulator Development & Workflow Optimization
*** Assist with hardware and software development efforts to improve simulator functionality.
* Identify and execute workflow automations to enhance operational efficiency and throughput.
* Support system calibration, configuration updates, and continuous performance improvements.
** User Support & Testing Operations
*** Provide system familiarization for engineers, drivers, and simulation users.
* Facilitate and manage testing sessions to ensure maximum efficiency, safety, and data quality.
* Assist in documenting system behavior, issues, test results, and enhancement recommendations.
** Collaboration & Technical Communication
*** Communicate effectively with engineers, technicians, drivers, and project leads.
* Prepare basic reports, findings, and recommendations related to simulator performance and testing.
** ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
** In addition to the responsibilities mentioned above, tasks relating to the following areas may be assigned as needed:
* Attendance at Pratt Miller meetings.
* Ongoing education, training, and skill development aligned with simulation technologies.
* Provide feedback on product needs, process improvements, and system enhancements.
* Support Pratt Miller initiatives, marketing events, and general development activities.
* Demonstrate strong work ethic, attention to detail, teamwork, and pride in work products.
** EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION/YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
*** BS in Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a comparable STEM field.
* Recommended

Experience:

2–5 years in simulator support, systems engineering, controls, robotics, motorsports engineering, or similar technical domains.
** DESIRED SPECIALIZED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
**** Required Specialized Knowledge and

Skills:

*** Experience maintaining and developing XiL (DiL/HiL/SiL) simulator systems.
* Working knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink, C++, C#, Python, or related programming environments.
* Experience with Beckhoff TwinCAT, Ether

CAT networks, CAN bus, or comparable industrial communication systems.
* Strong analytical, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team or independently as required.
* Demonstrated drive for learning, continuous improvement, and staying current with emerging simulation technologies.
* Proficiency with standard MS Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).
** PHYSICAL DEMANDS
*** Ability to perform hands-on work such as cable routing, hardware adjustments, or equipment troubleshooting.
* Ability to support simulator system maintenance involving confined spaces or elevated platforms.
* Stress may occur periodically due to motorsports development timelines.
* Occasional long hours may be required to support testing or urgent development activities.
** EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK
*** Core business hours are 8am–4pm (minimum), averaging approximately 45 hours per week.
* Additional effort may be required during project surges, simulator testing windows, or race-support schedules.
* Limited travel may be required for customer engagements, off-site testing, training, or conferences.
** WORK ENVIRONMENT
*** Work will typically be performed in a team-based engineering and simulation environment.
* Tasks may shift between…