About this position:

My client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Engineer to lead their engineering team. This role will report to the Chief Engineer – Chassis. The ideal candidate will drive the design, development, and delivery of innovative motorcycle technologies, ensuring performance, safety, and regulatory compliance. This role will play a critical part in shaping the future of our motorcycle product line by overseeing end-to-end engineering processes and providing technical leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Help oversee the design, development, and optimization of motorcycle components and systems, including engine, chassis, suspension, electronics, and more
• Approving Designs and Drawings 
• Manage Specific Chassis design review 
• Act as the technical expert in the motorcycle division, providing guidance and mentorship to engineers and cross-functional teams
• Lead complex projects from concept to production, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality results
• Drive innovation through R&D, investigating new technologies, materials, and processes that improve performance, efficiency, and rider experience
• Work closely with product design, manufacturing, quality assurance, and supply chain teams to ensure that designs meet company standards and customer expectations
• Ensure all designs comply with global safety and environmental regulations, including emissions standards, safety certifications, and other industry standards
• Liaise with external engineering service providers to ensure the procurement of high-quality components and materials
• Manage NPD Gateway timelines to meet project goals
• Promote continuous improvement in engineering processes, ensuring efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness in designs
• Managing a team

Experience Required:

• Practical hands-on engineering and mechanical experience.
• Motorcycle Experience is essential for this role (Through Career or personal experience)
• A minimum of 10 years of automotive engineering background
• Pro-E or CREO experience is preferred but not essential
• An understanding of motorcycle chassis design and its interaction with powertrain and electronics
• A knowledge of DFM and DFA
• Experience liaising with the supply chain
• Experience in materials and manufacturing processes
• An interest in motorcycles