Design Engineer (Chassis)

Company: Zodiac Solutions
Location: Plymouth
Posted on: November 15, 2024

Job Description:

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 5 years of experience in automotive Chassis system and subsystem design and development

Learn more about the general tasks related to this opportunity below, as well as required skills.
Thorough knowledge of engineering design & development concepts of automotive suspension, Frames and Axle design
Very good proficiency in CATIA V6/V5. Prepare and execute design release in the 3DExperience PLM system. Experience in creating 3D designs and 2D drawings (e.g. CATIA V6/V5 only)
Develop and deliver front and/or rear suspension architectures from a blank page through to production
Create and optimize mechanical designs for performance, size, weight, durability, and cost
Work closely with both internal teams and external suppliers, using creativity and teamwork to integrate multiple systems in the most efficient way possible
Work closely with stakeholders and attribute owners across the company (Vehicle Safety, Vehicle Dynamics, NVH, Durability, Manufacturing, etc.)
Coordinate virtual engineering a physical validation testing activities for your designs
Knowledge of Sheetmetal tooling and other manufacturing processes (casting and forging)
Prepare and maintain engineering release and change documentation with GD&T
Maintain and develop Design Validation Plans (DVP), and Design Failure Mode Analysis (DFMEA)

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