Chassis Design Engineer (Contract) — 3D CAD & Sheet Metal

iO Associates; Warwick; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

iO Associates seeks an experienced Chassis Design Engineer to join our busy engineering team in Warwick. You will design chassis structures, create 3D CAD models and 2D drawings, and work with manufacturing to meet quality, cost and performance targets.

The role requires hands-on mechanical engineering experience in chassis design, sheet metal or fabrication, with Solid Edge being advantageous. A strong background in materials, stress and DFA/DFM is essential.

Qualifications

• Experienced mechanical/design engineer with a strong practical and commercial engineering background.
• Experience in chassis design, sheet metal and/or fabrication.
• HGV, automotive, construction or agricultural equipment experience would be highly desirable.
• Proficient in 3D CAD and engineering drawings; Solid Edge experience is advantageous.
• Good understanding of materials, stress, fatigue, manufacturing and Design for Manufacture/Assembly.
• Mechanical Engineering qualification (MEng/BEng, HNC/HND or equivalent).
• Strong problem-solving, communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Design chassis structures and sheet metal components, from concept through to production.
• Create detailed 3D CAD models and accurate 2D production drawings.
• Support production, investigate build and field issues, and deliver practical engineering solutions through the change process.
• Work closely with manufacturing and cross-functional teams to ensure designs meet quality, cost and performance requirements.
• Contribute to validation, root-cause investigations and continuous product improvement.
• Apply a strong understanding of chassis systems and the integration of supplied components such as axles.

Skills

3D CAD

2D drawings

Solid Edge

Sheet metal

Education

Mechanical Engineering qualification (MEng/BEng, HNC/HND or equivalent)

Tools

Solid Edge

Job description

iO Associates seeks an experienced Chassis Design Engineer to join our busy engineering team in Warwick. You will design chassis structures, create 3D CAD models and 2D drawings, and work with manufacturing to meet quality, cost and performance targets.

The role requires hands-on mechanical engineering experience in chassis design, sheet metal or fabrication, with Solid Edge being advantageous. A strong background in materials, stress and DFA/DFM is essential.