Sr. Engineer - Chassis (Tires)

Overview

Who we are

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TRD inspires the hearts and minds of racing fans, Toyota team members, customers, and the driving public. We are dedicated to advancing automotive engineering and maximizing racetrack success. We partner with the finest race teams and drivers who share our passion, and our actions foster an atmosphere of excellence. In our pursuit of becoming the most respected and premier motorsports engineering organization in the world, we are looking for highly motivated applicants for our available positions.

Who we're looking for:

TRD is seeking an experienced Senior Engineer to join our Tire Group. This role owns the technical direction of tire model development — from test methodology through model fitting, tooling, and customer-facing support to racing teams.

What you'll be doing:

• Lead technical direction for tire model development, fitting methodology, and model review.

• Develop advanced tooling for model fitting, and fit-quality evaluation.

• Drive testing methodology improvements for flat-trac and track testing, proposing new test matrices, instrumentation, and data capture standards; includes travel to tests.

• Analyze machine and track test results to produce and tune tire model fits.

• Evaluate and integrate new tire model formulations (thermal, transient, wear-coupled) into the existing modeling stack, balancing physical fidelity against computational cost.

• Own technical relationships with racing teams on tire data fits — translating ambiguous or conflicting track feedback into model refinements and communicating model confidence directly.

• Mentor engineers in modeling theory, fitting techniques, and testing methodology; serve as technical escalation point within the rotating-responsibility group.

• Represent the tire modeling group in cross-functional integration work with the simulation team and race teams.

What you will bring:

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.

• 5+ years of experience in racing tire modeling and testing, with demonstrated ownership of model development from raw test data to production fits.

• Deep knowledge of vehicle dynamics and tire behavior in racing applications, including tire mechanical design and operating modes.

• Advanced proficiency with Pacejka "Magic Formula" tire models and their evolution.

• Strong mathematical/statistical background for fitting and uncertainty quantification of physical model parameters.

• Proven track record building internal tools or software for tire data analysis and model fitting.

• Proficiency with Python, MATLAB, or similar, and intermediate C.

• Proficiency with data analysis packages (MoTeC, etc.).

• Experience mentoring engineers or leading technical workstreams.

Bonus if you have:

• Strong experience in mathematical modeling of complex physical phenomena.

• Familiarity with test methodologies used at tire testing centers.

Travel requirements:

• Up to 15% domestic travel.

What we'll bring:

During the interview process, our team will walk you through our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities, including:

• A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect.

• Professional growth programs and tuition reimbursement.

• Vehicle purchase and lease programs.

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your family.

• Flexible work options based on business needs.

• Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan with company match plus an annual contribution regardless of employee participation.

• Paid holidays and PTO.

• Referral services for prenatal care, adoption, childcare, and schools.

• Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA).

• Relocation assistance (if applicable).

Belonging at Toyota

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star.

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