Model Integration & Virtualization Engineer (m​/f​/d

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At WinGD and across the shipping industry we face unprecedented change as we strive to bring greater sustainability into our global business. As marine engine designers our responsibility in this is significant. A career with WinGD has an impact on shaping a better world for tomorrow.
As a leading developer of the two-stroke engines that power merchant shipping, our people drive innovative solutions for our customers on a global scale. Headquartered in Winterthur, Switzerland, since its inception in 1893, WinGD continues the legacy of the Sulzer Corporation through innovation in design.
Our success in this ever evolving, competitive environment is based on the drive, innovation and collaboration of our diverse employee population, over 420 people worldwide, representing over 25 different nationalities. Come, be a part of this change.
WinGD is looking for a

Location:

Winterthur

Job Startdate:
By agreement

Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and integrate control-oriented models of 2-stroke internal combustion engines and their subsystems for Software-in-the-Loop (SiL), Model-in-the-Loop (MiL), and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HiL) applications
• Design, implement, and maintain scalable, modular, and structured Simulink model architectures using modern Model-Based Development (MBD) practices
• Integrate engine models into National Instruments (NI) and Speedgoat HiL environments, ensuring compatibility with real-time execution requirements
• Develop and maintain CAN, CANopen, and Modbus communication interfaces, along with the associated model interfaces
• Collaborate with engine simulation experts to develop, improve, and validate engine models while progressively expanding your expertise in internal combustion engine modelling
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey both detailed technical information and high-level results to management
• Be an effective team player, open and cooperative, in a multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary environment

Requirements:

• MSc in Electrical, Mechanical, Automation Engineering (or equivalent)
• Good knowledge of MATLAB, Simulink, and Stateflow.
• Strong experience in developing structured, modular, and maintainable Simulink models using modern Model-Based Development (MBD) methodologies (e.g., Simulink Projects, Data Dictionaries, Variant Management, and Model References)
• Good knowledge of CAN, CANopen, and Modbus communication protocols and their integration into real-time systems
• Experience with National Instruments (NI), Speedgoat, dSPACE, or similar real-time platforms is highly desirable
• Familiarity with Verification and Validation (V&V) processes within a Model-Based Development environment
• Open and flexible
• Good social skills, can work together with experts to find the best fitting solution
• Very fluent in English
• German language skills are considered an advantage

Our offer:

• An opportunity to shape the sustainability and environmental impact of the shipping industry. WinGD is on the leading edge of the technology which is shaping the future of the shipping industry
• A dynamic working environment, blending a long history of technology expertise with industry leading innovation across a global network
• Award winning and extraordinary products
• Multi-cultural and interdisciplinary teams offering diverse perspectives and collaborative thinking
• Dynamic and interactive working conditions. WinGD offers a non-hierarchical, agile structure where input and ideas are welcome
• In-house technology training and professional development opportunities