Lead Chassis Engineer
Hernshead Recruitment
My client is looking for a Lead Chassis Engineer to support the design and development of a number of significant components and systems related to chassis systems and components. You will have responsibility for supporting/reviewing and approving concept and production-level design, both internally and externally.
Responsibilities:
- Leading the design and development of quality components and systems for new class-leading motorcycles
- Successfully communicating and working with key internal departments and external service providers and suppliers to ensure quality design and feasibility
- Following and policing company, departmental and quality policies
- Ensuring application of relevant industry standards and benchmark learning
- Develop commodity delivery plans, and drive delivery to plan
- Approving concept and detail CAD designs and drawings
- Attending and inputting into engineering reviews and discussions
- Making technical decisions as required
- Promoting and actively gaining knowledge in new fields of engineering and technology
- Sharing and communication of technical knowledge including creating and maintaining engineering design guidelines
- Occasional travel may be required to support supplier development and product testing
Experience Required:
- Understand engineering fundamentals in the design and development of components and assemblies
- Risk identification and mitigation
- Mechanical Engineering Degree with a grade of 2:1 or above
- Practical hands-on engineering and mechanical experience
- Pro-E or CREO experience is preferred but not essential
- An understanding of motorcycle chassis design and its interaction with powertrain and electronics
- A minimum of 6 years automotive design engineering background (Ideally motorcycle)
- Experience of managing and mentoring design engineers