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About the company

At Realis Simulation, we help the world’s leading automotive and transportation companies make better engineering decisions — faster.

Our advanced simulation software enables OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers to rapidly test design scenarios in a cost-effective and scalable way, reducing the need for physical hardware testing. From internal combustion engines to hybrid systems, alternative fuels, and next-generation powertrains, our technology supports the global shift toward cleaner, more efficient mobility.

We work with engineers solving real-world challenges every day, improving performance, reducing emissions, and accelerating innovation across the entire propulsion landscape.

Job Summary

We are looking for a Business Development Manager to drive our growth across North America, including Canada and US.

This full-time, permanent contract role is based in Canada (remote), with regular travel to the US Midwest including Detroit, Chicago and the wider region.

This is a high-impact commercial role focused on building relationships and expanding our footprint with automotive OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and engineering partners across North America.

The role is ideal for someone who understands propulsion systems or engine engineering and is ready to step into (or grow further in) a commercial, customer-facing position.

You might be:

• A technically strong engineer (ICE, powertrain, fluids, thermodynamics) looking to move into business development

• Or an experienced commercial professional with credible technical understanding in automotive or simulation environments

Main responsibilities

Reporting to the Global Commercial Director, your main responsibilities would be:

• Develop and grow new business across North America

• Build relationships with engineering and commercial stakeholders

• Deliver technical discussions, presentations, and solution demos

• Support proposals, pricing, and negotiations

• Act as a bridge between customers and internal engineering/product teams

Qualifications

The ideal candidate should possess:

• Engineering degree (Mechanical, Automotive, Powertrain, Fluid-Thermal preferred) with at least 3+ years post qualification experience

• Strong understanding of engines, propulsion systems, or vehicle development

• Experience in business development, technical sales, or engineering roles with customer exposure

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills

• Interest in moving between engineering and commercial environments

• Comfortable working remotely with international teams

• Willingness to travel regularly within North America

What will you get when you join us?

This is a key role shaping our North American growth strategy. Offering high visibility with the global leadership team, this role is engineering-led in a technical environment (not a traditional sales-heavy culture), offering the opportunity for an engineer to transition into a commercial role.

The role offers remote flexibility with regular regional travel.

To apply, please submit your CV and a short covering letter highlighting why you are a fit, including your relevant experience and achievements to date to Nada.Rehakova@realis-simulation.com.

We are looking forward to hearing from you!