AVL

Senior Lead Engineer - Powertrain Simulation

AVL  •  Cavriago, IT (Onsite)  •  3 days ago
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AVL Italia S.p.A. offers a job in Italy (IT) as

Senior Lead Engineer - Powertrain Simulation

The Senior Lead Engineer – Powertrain Simulation is responsible for leading simulation-driven development of high-performance powertrain systems, with a focus on advanced internal combustion engines and next-generation propulsion technologies.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Lead 1D thermodynamic simulation across concept definition, pre-development, and full development phases.
  • Develop, correlate, and validate engine models using experimental and test bench data.
  • Define and assess engine concepts, supporting their transition to design and prototype stages.
  • Analyze future regulations and evaluate their impact on powertrain architecture and performance.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (combustion, CFD, mechanical design, cranktrain, testing, fuels).
  • Support integrated 1D–3D simulation workflows for combustion and air path development.
  • Contribute to fuel modelling and knock prediction activities.
  • Support valvetrain and cam profile development.
  • Apply Design of Experiments (DoE) for system optimization.
  • Perform vehicle-level studies (energy balance, lap time sensitivity).
  • Provide technical guidance within the team and present results to senior stakeholders.

YOUR PROFILE:

  • Degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent.
  • Extensive experience in 1D thermodynamic simulation and high-performance ICE development.
  • Strong knowledge of engine thermodynamics, combustion, and gas exchange.
  • Experience in high-performance or motorsport engineering environments.
  • Proven project leadership and cross-functional coordination skills.
  • Expertise in 1D thermodynamic simulation, including model correlation and validation.
  • Strong capabilities in ICE performance development and optimization.
  • Experience with Design of Experiments (DoE) methodologies.
  • Familiarity with integrated 1D–3D simulation approaches.
  • Proficiency in engineering tools and software such as GT-Power, AVL Boost, MATLAB/Simulink.
  • Experience with system modeling and collaboration tools like Cameo and Concerto.
  • English language skills (from good to advanced)

Contact RecruiterTalent Acquisition: Mariele Lo Bianco

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ABOUT AVL Italia S.p.A

AVL Italia , founded in 1980, provides the full portfolio of AVL technologies at the local level, offering customized solutions tailored to its customers.
With more than 40 years of experience and the support of a strong, highly qualified local team, AVL Italia is committed to making sustainable mobility a reality for everyone. It also supports companies and industrial partners in transitioning to cleaner energy sources and adopting advanced technologies to reduce environmental impact.

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About AVL

AVL List GmbH (“AVL”) with its headquarters in Graz, is one of the world’s leading mobility technology companies for development, simulation and testing in the automotive industry, and in other sectors such as rail, marine, and energy. Based on extensive in-house research activities, the company delivers concepts, technology solutions, methodologies, and development tools for a greener, safer, better world of mobility and beyond.

AVL supports international partners and customers in their sustainable and digital transformation. The focus lies on the areas of electrification, software, AI and automation.

With a holistic approach - from ideation phase to serial production - the company covers vehicle architectures and platform solutions including the impact of new propulsion systems and energy carriers.

AVL drives innovative and affordable solutions for all applications - from traditional to hybrid to battery and fuel cell electric technologies.

As a global technology provider, AVL’s offerings range from simulation, virtualization and test automation for product development to ADAS/AD and vehicle software. The company combines state-of-the-art and highly scalable IT, software and technology solutions with its application know-how, thereby offering customers extensive tools in areas such as Big Data, Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity or Embedded Systems.

In addition, AVL supports companies in energy-intensive sectors on their way to a greener and more efficient energy generation and supply.

Innovation is AVL’s passion. Together with 12,200 employees at more than 90 locations and with more than 50 Tech and Engineering Centers worldwide, AVL is driving the future of mobility. In 2024, the company generated a turnover of 2.03 billion Euros, of which 11 % are invested in R&D activities.

Industry
Automotive & Mobility
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Graz, AT
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
avl.com
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