Ilias Kostas
Principal Vehicle Dynamics and Suspension Controls Engineer @Clearmotion
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WORK HISTORY
Principal Vehicle Dynamics and Suspension Controls Engineer @Clearmotion
Nuneaton, GB
Leading the active suspension control strategy in vehicle and actuator level.2. Systems engineering software development (System and Software Architecture, FMEA, Etc)3. Software requirements with accordance to ASPICE.4. Development according to development ‘V’ cycle.5. Developing application software in Matlab/Simulink/Stateflow for the active suspension system with accordance to MISRA modelling guidelines.6. Testing the software in MIL and SIL Simulink Test Manager.7. Version control by utilizing Sourcetree, Bitbucket and Git.Key tools: MatLab, Simulink, JAMA, Dayforce, drawio, Git, Bitbucket, Sourcetree, SVN, ASPICE, ISO26262, MS Office Applications (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Project)
EDUCATION
Udacity
On-line Nanodegree, Intro to Self-Driving Cars
Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH)
Dipl. Eng. (B.Sc + M.Sc), Mechanical Engineering
Eindhoven University of Technology
Master's Degree, Automotive Technology
SKILLS
ABOUT ILIAS KOSTAS
Results-driven mechatronics engineer with a proven track record in leading complex automotive projects across multidisciplinary teams. I bring several years of experience at the intersection of control systems, vehicle dynamics, and embedded software—paired with a leadership approach rooted in ownership, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration.Known for combining deep technical expertise with strategic vision, I take pride in mentoring engineers, driving system-level decisions, and ensuring high-quality solutions that align with both engineering goals and business outcomes. My experience spans the full development lifecycle—from concept to deployment—while navigating industry standards like ISO 26262 and ASPICE.I thrive in fast-paced, innovation-focused environments where leadership means more than oversight—it\'s about empowering teams, enabling growth, and delivering impact.Leadership Strengths & Technical Expertise:Technical Leadership: Cross-functional team collaboration, mentorship, system-level architecture, project ownershipControl Systems: Vehicle Dynamics, State-Space Control, Kalman Filtering, Motion Control, System IdentificationTools & Languages: MATLAB, Simulink, Stateflow, Simscape, Python, C/C++Model-Based Design: Embedded Control Systems, TargetLink, Speedgoat, dSPACE MicroAutoBox IIProcess & Quality: Functional Safety (ISO 26262), ASPICE, Systems Engineering (IBM DOORS, CodeBeamer, JAMA)Simulation & Testing: IPG CarMaker, CarSim, MSC Adams, Vector CANapeDevOps & Tools: Git, Bitbucket, Perforce P4V, Jenkins CI/CD, MS Office, draw.ioI’m passionate about leading with purpose, building resilient engineering solutions, and continually developing both technical and leadership capabilities. Let’s connect if you\'re looking to collaborate on forward-thinking automotive innovation.
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