Nicolas Romanella

CAE, Multibody & Structural Dynamics

About

My technical background includes physics-based modeling, finite element model reduction, real-time simulation, telemetry analysis, and the development of MATLAB and Python tools to automate workflows and improve engineering efficiency.

Volvo Cars

Göteborg, Sweden
Present
Jan 2026
Real-Time Flexible Car Body Simulation

Real-Time Flexible Car Body Simulation

Vehicle Dynamics Engineer | Simulation & Modeling

Development and validation of reduced finite element body-in-white models for real-time driving simulator applications, focusing on vehicle dynamics and structural behavior.

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Impulse Modena Racing

Modena, Italy
Dec 2025
Nov 2024
Track, Suspension and Handling

Track, Suspension and Handling

Vehicle Dynamics Engineer | Head of Simulation & Modeling

Team leading for telemetry-based modeling of track, suspension, tire, and handling dynamics to support setup decisions, simulation correlation, and performance analysis.

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Oct 2024
Jul 2024
Motorcycle Steering Damper System

Motorcycle Steering Damper System

Vehicle Dynamics Engineer | Simulation & Modeling

Modeling, simulation, and integration of a motorcycle steering damper system to evaluate stability, packaging constraints, structural feasibility, and on-track performance.

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Jun 2024
Nov 2023
Whole Motorcycle Dynamic Model

Whole Motorcycle Dynamic Model

Vehicle Dynamics Engineer | Simulation & Modeling

Development and validation of a complete motorcycle VI-Grade model using track data to assess handling, performance, and setup sensitivity across different conditions.

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MSc Automotive Engineering

Modena, Italy
Dec 2024
Oct 2024
MotoGP Holeshot Device

MotoGP Holeshot Device

Academic Project | Automotive Fluid Power Systems

Dynamic modeling and simulation of a complete MotoGP holeshot hydraulic system, from geometry reconstruction to performance evaluation under launch and braking loads.

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