Bugatti Rimac, part of the Rimac Group, brings together two forces that have redefined the automotive world. By combining Rimac’s cutting-edge electric performance and innovation with Bugatti’s 110+ year legacy of crafting iconic hypercars, we are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in automotive engineering.
Our team is at the core of this, we work with passion, aim for excellence, and take ownership of what we do. We grow together, pioneer solutions, and deliver vehicles that set new standards.
As a Powertrain Performance & Emissions Simulation Engineer, you will develop, validate, and maintainaccurate 1D simulation models for powertrain performance, combustion, and emissions, including engine-out and aftertreatment systems.
Working across powertrain, vehicle, controls, and testing teams, you will ensure robust predictive capability and strong correlation between simulation and experimental results.
You will love this role if you enjoy combining simulation and testing, working on combustion and emissions challenges, and influencing powertrain performance and compliance through data-driven modeling.
Where you’ll make an impact
Develop and maintain 1D models for ICE performance, combustion and emissions
Build fast-running and real-time capable models to support vehicle performance development and XiL applications
Continuously improve modeling of combustion, air path, fuel systems and aftertreatment
Integrate powertrain performance and emissions models into full vehicle simulation environments
Use GT‑ SUITE and MATLAB/Simulink for model development, calibration and analysis
Support testing activities, including emissions instrumentation and measurement strategies
Correlate simulation results with experimental data and improve predictive accuracy
Prepare and present technical reports on performance, fuel consumption, and emissions compliance
What are your core components
5–10 years of experience in powertrain performance, combustion and emissions simulation
Proven expertise with GT‑ SUITE and MATLAB/Simulink
Strong understanding of internal combustion engine fundamentals and calibration
Deep knowledge of engine‑ out emissions (NOx, CO, HC, PM/PN) and aftertreatment systems (TWC, GPF)
Experience with real‑ time models and model reduction techniques
Understanding of vehicle integration aspects, including driveline and thermal systems
Strong analytical, problem‑ solving and communication skills
Experience working in cross‑ functional environments and mentoring junior engineers
Fuel Package
Salary range: €37500 – €57500 gross per year (depending on experience)
Rimac Automobili is one part of Bugatti Rimac. With Rimac Group as its majority shareholder, Bugatti Rimac brings together Rimac’s distinctive agility, technical expertise and cutting-edge innovation in the EV sphere, with Bugatti’s 115-year heritage of design and engineering some of the world’s most iconic hypercars. Founded in 2009 by Mate Rimac, the Rimac brand created the world’s first all-electric hypercar, the Concept_One, in 2011. In 2018, Rimac revealed the next-generation all-electric hypercar – C_Two – which would evolve into the Nevera. Rimac’s global headquarters is located at Rimac Group’s new base, the €200M, 100.000 m2 Rimac Campus, also serving as the home of Rimac Technology.
