Responsibilities:

- Lead the design, development, validation, and release of Chassis systems and components for current and future vehicle programs.
- Own engineering activities for one or more chassis domains including:
- Suspension Structural Components (Control Arms, Links, Cradles, Twist Beams, Knuckles, Hub & Bearing Assemblies, Ball Joints, Frames, Fasteners)
- Suspension Tunable Components (Shock Absorbers, Struts, Springs, Stabilizer Bars, Bushings, Top Mounts, Jounce Bumpers, Corner Modules)
- Steering Systems
- Brake Systems
- Wheels & Tires
- Pedal Systems
- Chassis Accessories and Underbody Protection Systems
- Perform component design, CAD development, packaging studies, tolerance analysis, and BOM/PLM management.
- Define system requirements, performance targets, durability objectives, and development plans to meet vehicle quality, cost, weight, and timing targets.
- Manage end-to-end product development activities including requirement definition, supplier selection, technical reviews, design validation, testing, and engineering change management.
- Develop and maintain DFMEA, DVP&R;, PFMEA, Control Plans, PPAP documentation, and support product validation activities.
- Support vehicle dynamics, suspension kinematics, wheel alignment, durability, fatigue, NVH, handling, stiffness, and homologation requirements.
- Coordinate with suppliers on design reviews, tooling, manufacturing feasibility, process validation, quality improvements, and production readiness.
- Support prototype, DV, PV, pilot, and production builds,



ensuring successful vehicle integration and launch readiness.
- Investigate and resolve design, manufacturing, assembly, field quality, and warranty issues using structured root cause analysis methodologies.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including CAE, Testing, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Quality, Supplier Quality, Vehicle Integration, and Program Management.
- Drive value engineering, cost optimization, benchmarking, innovation, and supplier development initiatives to achieve program targets.
- Ensure timely delivery of project milestones, quality gates, and program KPIs related to cost, quality, and schedule.

Required Skills:

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Automotive, or related Engineering discipline.
- 6 - 10 years of experience in automotive OEM or Tier-1 product development within Chassis systems and components.
- Experience in one or more areas such as Suspension (Structural/Tunable), Steering, Brakes, Wheels & Tires, Pedal Systems, Mounts & Bushings, Corner Modules, or Chassis Accessories.
- Hands-on experience with CATIA/NX, Teamcenter/PLM, BOM management, supplier coordination, and product development processes.
- Solid understanding of vehicle dynamics, suspension kinematics, wheel alignment, durability, fatigue, NVH, handling, stiffness, and chassis system integration.
- Knowledge of DFMEA, DVP&R;, PFMEA, PPAP, root cause analysis, manufacturing processes, and validation methodologies.
- Strong communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.

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