Chassis Design Engineer - Hybrid Work & Suspension Expert

Applus; Santa Oliva; Hybrid; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Applus IDIADA is seeking a Chassis Design Engineer to lead the development of suspension components and systems for new vehicles. The role involves ensuring proper packaging, BOM management, and collaboration with DFMEA/DVP processes in a dynamic, global engineering environment.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team, contributing to R&D projects and applying GD&T and tolerance analysis throughout the design lifecycle. A hybrid work model and international growth opportunities await.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master degree in Engineering, mechanical focused.
• Knowledge of GD&T and tolerance analysis.
• Experience in automotive suspension design is a plus but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Design ownership of suspension systems/components (e.g., links, dampers, springs, subframes).
• Ensure proper packaging for components within the system and vehicle.
• Define and manage BOM changes; support DFMEA and DVP generation.
• Ensure DFM & DFA are implemented in design.
• Support mule and prototype vehicle assembly as needed.
• Develop chassis component technical specifications and write documentation.

Skills

Chassis systems understanding

Suspension systems knowledge

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor or Master in Engineering (Mech/Industrial/Automotive)

Tools

GD&T principles

Job description

Applus IDIADA is seeking a Chassis Design Engineer to lead the development of suspension components and systems for new vehicles. The role involves ensuring proper packaging, BOM management, and collaboration with DFMEA/DVP processes in a dynamic, global engineering environment.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team, contributing to R&D projects and applying GD&T and tolerance analysis throughout the design lifecycle. A hybrid work model and international growth opportunities await.