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Multi-Scale Simulation Researcher

Job ID
2026-5383
Business Area
R&D
Country
BE
City
Brussels (Zaventem)

In a nutshell

Material Engineering 2 develops advanced materials for future mobility, focusing on PEC systems that convert CO₂ into useful products. In this role, you build multiscale simulation frameworks combining quantum models, kinetics, and CFD to predict and optimize device performance. You integrate atomistic data into system-level models, improve efficiency, and support EU project goals. The job requires strong programming, simulation expertise, machine learning skills, and a PhD with experience in electrochemistry and multiscale modeling.

Company Information

Toyota is one of the world’s largest automobile manufacturers and a leading global company, founded in 1937. Today, Toyota sells vehicles in 170 countries and employs over 350,000 people worldwide.
At Toyota Motor Europe (TME), with our headquarters based in Brussels, Belgium, around 2,700 colleagues from more than 60 nationalities work together across Europe. We are responsible for the wholesale marketing of Toyota and Lexus vehicles, parts and accessories, and we support Toyota’s European R&D, manufacturing, and engineering operations.
We are on an exciting journey as we continue to evolve into a mobility company. Our goal is to create even more value and happiness for our customers through a wide range of mobility solutions.

Your team and your responsibilities

Division description 

 

Material Engineering 2 (ME2) is responsible for fundamental research of innovative technological concepts to support Toyota’s future mobility business. Our vision is to be the hub that transforms Europe’s unique, cutting-edge materials technologies into added social value. ME2 fundamental research covers topics which include battery, fuel cell, catalyst and photoelectrochemical (PEC) technologies, targeting the translation of new concepts into optimised engineering applications. 

 

Towards this direction, and in the framework of the EU funded project “PREDICT” (Grant Agreement 101219185), our team is involved in the development and application of multiscale simulations of innovative materials and PEC cell designs which target the conversion of CO2 into key materials. 

 

Your responsibilities 

 

  • Develop multiscale modeling framework to simulate the entire PEC system, incorporating both the water oxidation at the anode and the CO2 reduction at the cathode 

  • Integrate the results of the atomistic simulations into a Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) framework 

  • Predict the overall CO2 conversion efficiency and water oxidation rate of PEC device 

  • Optimize the PEC device design for maximum efficiency 

  • Prepare publications and present results in scientific conferences 

  • Contribute to the preparation of EU project deliverables 

Your Profile

  • You are fluent in English (TME’s business language) 

  • You have experience in programming (C++, Python) 

  • You are an expert in simulation methods related to PEC devices (Quantum Mechanics, kinetic Monte Carlo, CFD) 

  • You have experience with training and applying Machine Learning models 

  • You are familiar with the electrochemical processes of a PEC device 

  • You are familiar with using optimization methods 

  • You have minimum 4 years of experience in developing and/or applying multiscale simulation models 

  • You hold a PhD degree in Chemistry, Physics or Engineering 

We offer

We offer a dynamic multicultural work environment with broad opportunities to learn every day and exciting career pathways that help you explore different disciplines or areas of expertise.

Duration

3 year contract

Your benefits

  • Competitive salary package based on your experience;
  • Flexible reward plan that will allow you to personalise part of your reward plan and balance it in line with your priorities by opting for extra insurance, more mobility options (bike lease), extra holidays and more;
  • Meal and eco vouchers;
  • Insurance package (medical, life, disability, pension);
  • Extra paid holidays (Toyota days, seniority days…) above the legal holidays. More can be added through our flexible reward package;
  • Flexible working hours and hybrid working (homeworking, 20 days from abroad);
  • Interesting car lease formulas and discount when buying a Toyota or Lexus;
  • Various company discounts – Exceptional terms and prices on products and services from your favourite brands and retailers;
  • Company restaurant – Warm dishes, salads and desserts daily, including Japanese and traditional Belgian specialties, as well as a vegan/vegetarian option;
  • Sport facilities – Tennis, squash, volleyball, football and softball pitches are available at various Toyota sites;
  • Team building activities and other personnel related events;
  • Programs to support your physical and social well-being.

 

 

 

A truly diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace

At Toyota Motor Europe, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for everyone. Our recruitment decisions are based on everyone’s skills, experience, and the requirements of the role.
We welcome people of all backgrounds, including different nationalities, sexual orientations, gender identities or expressions, ages, religions, ethnicities, abilities, and other personal characteristics. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment. We believe that our individual experiences and diverse perspectives are a key strength, helping us learn from one another and grow together.
Together, we can make a positive impact and go beyond the ordinary.
If you need any adjustments or specific support during the recruitment or interview process, for any reason, we encourage you to let your recruiter know. We are happy to help create a process that works for you.

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