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About Pratt Miller, an Oshkosh companyPratt 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.Pratt Miller is looking for a Performance Engineer to join its Competition Engineering Department. The performance engineering role will contribute to an IMSA Weather Tech Championship program. This would be an in-person role based in Michigan and require traveling in support of race and test events.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Event Related Preparation and ExecutionShop based event preparation objectives:Propose and collaborate with engineering team to establish event related hardware, process, or vehicle preparation related objectivesPropose and collaborate with engineering team to improve event specific performance through data analysis, vehicle simulation, historical information and other appropriate toolsDevelop, manage, and execute project related work, preparation and documentation related to vehicle performance and race strategyTracking and communication of updates and statusParticipation/organization of meetings to review above mentioned informationEvent specific performance objectives:Execute specific tasks not limited to:Take directive from senior race engineers and provide supporting feedbackVehicle data processing, distribution analysisManage, operate, and analyze results from supporting software toolchains for performance and race strategy executionManage communication and provide feedback to trackside and remote support resourcesVehicle and Process DevelopmentIdentifying and contributing to vehicle development initiatives:Vehicle setup/performanceVehicle hardware integrationGeneral subsystem developmentIn-person support of offsite testingTools and process development to aid in the above listed tasksSimulation support:Baseline vehicle model correlation and specific event performance analysis and sensitivity generationIn-person support of offsite testingProgram reporting and documentation:Maintain and develop reporting documentation and process for event and engineering level projectsTeam Member InteractionsOverall communication and interactions are expected to be handled in a collaborative manner for the overall improvement of performance and execution.The role will be expected to interact with other groups within Pratt & Miller, and outside in relation to execution of duties not limited to:Organization, participation, and collaboration in meetingsSupport and project related travelADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:In addition to the responsibilities mentioned above, tasks relating to the following area will be. assigned as required:Support Pratt Miller initiatives, marketing events, and general development as necessaryProvide feedback on product needs and processesSupport Program Management Office on process developments and improvementsESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:Education and ExperienceBS in engineering or other advanced technical backgroundBackground in motorsport with 5 years of experienceSpecialized Knowledge and SkillsSelf-motivated and comfortable determining goals and deliverablesKnowledge of vehicle dynamics, kinematics, aerodynamics and tiresThe ability to review experimental and simulation results to support decision makingFamiliarity with vehicle simulation and modelingThe ability to communicate and collaborate across multidisciplinary teamsFunction in high pressure environment under stressed time constraintsDesired Specialized Knowledge and SkillsFamiliar with data acquisition systemsPI ToolboxPI WorkshopBosch WinDarabBosch RaceConOtherMarelli WintaxOtherExperience in general data review and processingMatlabExcelPhytonVisualOtherWork Environment/Physical DemandsStress may occur periodicallyLong hours may be required at timesTravel required but would vary on support needs. Total travel commitments can range from 40 to 80 days a year.Work environment can vary between group and individual assignments and tasksPay Range:$64,500.00 - $103,500.00The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education and skills, as well as the equity of pay among team members in similar positions. Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package, we prioritize a people-first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success.Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any part of the recruitment process, please contact our talent acquisition team by email corporatetalentacquisition@oshkoshcorp.com.Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. 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