Azhagu Siva Subramanian Subbiah
Luxembourg
Summary
Vehicle Dynamics & Performance Engineer with 8+ years of experience across ride, handling, braking, and tire–vehicle integration in OEM and Tier-1 environments. Strong expertise in objective vehicle testing, driving simulator-based development, benchmarking, target definition, and objective–subjective correlation. Proven track record in applied and virtual development, integrating instrumented road testing, driving simulator evaluations, K&C data, and vehicle dynamics simulations to support performance target achievement. Experienced in collaborating with CAE teams, test drivers, and engineering stakeholders to deliver data-driven performance improvements for premium and high-performance vehicle programs.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Engineer – Vehicle Dynamics
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company
Luxembourg
06.2022 - Current
- Currently leading performance-oriented, applied, and virtual vehicle dynamics development for Ultra High Performance (UHP) and GT vehicle programs, supporting premium OEM platforms, including Porsche GT, Porsche OE, AMG, and Ferrari etc
- Own vehicle-level handling and braking performance evaluation using a combination of driving simulator assessments, instrumented road testing, and CAE post-processing to define and validate performance targets.
- Extensively utilize high-fidelity driving simulator environments to evaluate steering response, transient handling balance, and subjective driver perception, enabling early-phase decision-making and reduction of physical prototype loops.
- Drive closed-loop physical–virtual correlation, integrating simulator feedback, K&C data, physical tire measurements, FEA tire characteristics, and subjective evaluations to improve prediction robustness.
- Collaborate closely with subjective test drivers, CAE teams, and construction engineers to translate simulator-identified performance gaps into actionable design and setup recommendations.
- Lead benchmarking, vehicle dynamics target definition, and cascade activities, ensuring alignment between simulator-derived insights and real-world vehicle behavior.
- Previously led applied and virtual tire development using driving simulators for German OEM BMW, supporting programs across EMEA and APAC markets with minimal reliance on physical iterations.
- Perform vehicle dynamics simulation post-processing and data analysis using MATLAB and VI-Grade, supporting handling, steering, and transient response evaluations.
- Facilitate DFMEA, technical strategy, and iteration reviews, conducting structured root-cause analysis and supporting design optimization decisions.
- Contributed to the development of standardized simulator-supported vehicle modeling frameworks adopted across multiple global R&D centers.
Senior Project Engineer - Vehicle dynamics & Brakes
Applus+ IDIADA
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Led vehicle dynamics and brake performance development activities for passenger cars and LCV programs, interfacing with CAE, simulation, and subjective driving teams.
- Defined benchmark targets and supported prototype tuning across multiple development phases (mule → prototype).
- Planned and executed brake fade, durability, and pedal feel characterization, including instrumentation, testing, data analysis, and reporting.
- Coordinated multi-loop tire and brake testing programs for European and Japanese OEMs, ensuring DVP compliance.
- Delivered objective–subjective correlation reports to support engineering decisions and attribute sign-off.
Project Engineer - Vehicle dynamics & Brakes
Applus+ IDIADA
04.2018 - 12.2020
- Performed ride, handling, and braking data analysis for passenger cars, motorcycles, and commercial vehicles.
- Supported global brake durability and performance programs, delivering structured reports and root-cause insights.
- Conducted instrumented objective testing for brake and NVH performance.
- Recognized for developing custom analysis methodologies that improved post-processing efficiency without compromising accuracy.
- Progressed rapidly from Project Engineer I to IV, reflecting expanded technical and project responsibilities.
Post Graduate Engineering Trainee (PGET) - Vehicle dynamics & Brakes
Applus+ IDIADA
07.2017 - 03.2018
- Conducted detailed ride comfort and transmissibility analysis for benchmark MPV vehicles, supporting comparative vehicle dynamics evaluation in the Indian market.
- Performed brake durability and performance data analysis for a Japanese OEM, contributing to validation activities and engineering reporting.
- Executed objective vehicle dynamics data processing using standardized analysis methodologies to support ride and brake attribute assessment.
- Completed a structured literature review on vehicle dynamics and brake performance, contributing to an internal business case and research direction proposal.
- Supported technical presentations and reporting for internal stakeholders, strengthening analytical and communication rigor.
Education
Master of Technology (M.Tech) - Automotive Engineering
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
Coimbatore01.2017
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E) - Mechatronics Engineering
Sri Krishna College of Engineering and Technology
01.2015
Skills
Vehicle Dynamics & Performance
- Ride, Handling, Braking, Steering Performance
- Vehicle Dynamics Benchmarking & Target Definition
- Objective–Subjective Correlation
- Attribute Development & Performance Evaluation
- Driving Simulator (Driver-in-the-Loop) Evaluation
- Instrumented Road Testing
- Virtual Vehicle Development
- K&C Data Analysis
- Vehicle Dynamics Simulation Post-Processing
- MATLAB
- VI-Grade
- Vbox test suite, Vbox Ciricuit tools
- Oxts, DIADEM
- ADAMS
- Chassissim
- Motec i2
Websites
Awards
Publication - FISITA
In 2018, Published a research technical paper on SAE about the 'Impact of tyre trends on passenger car ride and handling in the Indian market' The research work was focused on detailed objective-Subjective vehicle dynamics attributes of a most popular C-Segment manufactured by a Korean auto maker for the Indian market.
Thesis/Project Work
- Dynamic analysis of Suspension system and its effects on steering characteristics using ADAMS/CAR.
- Validation of tire modeling without test rig data using Lap time simulation for a Formula 2 car.
- Design and fabrication of a Formula car for the Formula SAE event (FSAE).
- Design and fabrication of Electric kart for the student level event (Eco Kart).
Affiliations
Running, Track driving, Hiking, Gym
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
German
Beginner
A1
Tamil
Native
Native
Hindi
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Malayalam
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Timeline
Staff Engineer – Vehicle Dynamics
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company
06.2022 - Current
Senior Project Engineer - Vehicle dynamics & Brakes
Applus+ IDIADA
01.2021 - 05.2022
Project Engineer - Vehicle dynamics & Brakes
Applus+ IDIADA
04.2018 - 12.2020
Post Graduate Engineering Trainee (PGET) - Vehicle dynamics & Brakes
Applus+ IDIADA
07.2017 - 03.2018
Master of Technology (M.Tech) - Automotive Engineering
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E) - Mechatronics Engineering
Sri Krishna College of Engineering and Technology