EV Powertrain: Applied AI Engineer

Neuralconcept
Lausanne +1 more
Hybrid

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for mid-level EV powertrain engineers who rapidly prototype AI-driven workflows using Python and LLM-based tools. Candidates must be based in Lausanne or Cambridge and have hands-on experience in system-level design.

Best fit for

  • Mid-level engineers with 5+ years in OEM/Tier 1 EV powertrain design and AI transformation leadership
    — “5+ years of hands-on engineering experience at an OEM or Tier 1 supplier
  • Candidates who prioritize rapid prototyping over theoretical strategy and have cross-disciplinary CAE collaboration experience
    — “Work day-to-day with CAD/CAE/ML engineers to take prototypes from first pass to production-ready quality
  • Professionals who have actively implemented AI/ML in engineering workflows, not just observed its adoption
    — “Direct involvement in an AI transformation initiative at your current or previous company

Things to consider

  • Location requirement limits candidates to Lausanne or Cambridge despite flexible hours
    — “Location: Lausanne, Switzerland or Cambridge, UK
  • Hybrid model implies periodic in-office presence despite flexible scheduling
    — “Hybrid model and flexible hours — we care about results, not rigid schedules

How to stand out

  • Highlight specific AI/ML projects that improved powertrain design workflows in your resume
    — “Hands-on prototyping using AI/ML tooling — foundation models, LLM-based coding assistants
  • Quantify your impact from AI initiatives in previous roles to demonstrate leadership
    — “Evidence you've driven AI adoption in engineering practice, not just observed it
  • Showcase Python scripting examples that integrate simulation tools with AI workflows
    — “Strong Python (or equivalent) scripting ability to build and connect workflow components yourself
  • Emphasize domain-specific validation experience against engineering standards
    — “Validate outputs against real-world engineering standards, using your domain judgment as the quality bar
  • Demonstrate ability to translate customer challenges into technical solutions
    — “Work with lead customers to understand and solve their challenges
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · TeamLevel · Senior

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What success looks like

  • Built data-driven engineering workflows
  • Validated outputs against real-world engineering standards
  • Fed technical and domain insight back into the roadmap
Typical background
5+ years of hands-on engineering experienceFluent in Powertrain simulation tools

Skills & requirements

Required

EV Powertrain Design ExperienceAI Tooling FluencyPowertrain Simulation ToolsPython ScriptingFoundation ModelsLlm-based Coding Assistants

Preferred

AI Transformation Initiative ExperienceElectric Motor DesignGearbox DesignBattery DesignEDU Sub-systems Design

Stack & domain

EV Powertrain DesignAi/ml ToolingFoundation ModelsLlm-based Coding AssistantsPythonCAE ScriptingMotor-cadMaxwellJMAGRomaxMatlab/simulinkAmesimProblem-solvingAttention To DetailCollaborationCommunicationElectric VehiclesAI In Engineering

About the role

Original posting from Neuralconcept via Ashby

Applied AI Engineer – EV Powertrain

Location: Lausanne, Switzerland or Cambridge, UK

About the role

Neural Concept's Vertical Solutions team builds data-driven workflows for specific engineering applications that sit on top of the Neural Concept platform. Working alongside the Solution Owner — who defines product direction and customer value — you bring the deep engineering domain expertise and hands-on technical build capability needed to turn that direction into a working solution. You combine real-world EV Powertrain design experience with fluency in modern AI tooling, including foundation models and LLM-based build assistants, to prototype and ship production-grade workflows quickly.

What you will do

  • Build data-driven engineering workflows for EV Powertrain applications (electric motor, gearbox, battery, EDU) on the Neural Concept platform, translating the Solution Owner's product direction into working solutions.
  • Work with lead customers to understand and solve their challenges
  • Apply deep domain knowledge to ensure workflows reflect real engineering practice, constraints, and edge cases that a non-domain builder would miss.
  • Hands-on prototyping using AI/ML tooling — foundation models, LLM-based coding assistants (e.g. Claude), and Python/CAE scripting — to build and iterate rapidly.
  • Work day-to-day with CAD/CAE/ML engineers to take prototypes from first pass to production-ready quality.
  • Validate outputs against real-world engineering standards, using your domain judgment as the quality bar.
  • Feed technical and domain insight back into the broader roadmap based on what you learn while building.

Who you are

  • 5+ years of hands-on engineering experience at an OEM or Tier 1 supplier, designing electric motors, gearboxes, batteries, or other EDU sub-systems — system-level experience preferred.
  • Fluent in Powertrain simulation tools (Motor-CAD, Maxwell, JMAG, Romax) and/or system-level tools (MATLAB/Simulink, Amesim, or in-house tools).
  • Proficient, hands-on user of modern AI tooling — comfortable building real engineering solutions with foundation models and LLM-based tools such as Claude or Codex, not just casually experimenting with them.
  • Direct involvement in an AI transformation initiative at your current or previous company — evidence you've driven AI adoption in engineering practice, not just observed it.
  • Strong Python (or equivalent) scripting ability to build and connect workflow components yourself.
  • Builder mindset: you'd rather prototype something quickly and iterate than stay at the strategy level.

What you get

  • Work with a world-class technology team — our engineers are top-notch, and we always aim for excellence.
  • Benefit from a competitive salary and rewarding opportunities as we continue to scale.
  • Thrive in a collaborative, multicultural environment where your work is visible and recognized.
  • Develop professionally alongside talented colleagues who share knowledge freely and support one another.
  • Make a global impact by helping customers shift to AI-assisted design, making innovation faster, smarter, and more sustainable.
  • Hybrid model and flexible hours — we care about results, not rigid schedules.

WE'RE PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, AND WE'RE COMMITTED TO BUILDING A DIVERSE AND INCLUSIVE ENVIRONMENT WHERE YOU CAN THRIVE.

Source: Neuralconcept careers (Ashby)

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