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Lead Chassis Engineer

Lead Chassis Engineer

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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

 

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Job Overview
Category
Automotive
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant
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