Chassis Engineer

CERTAIN ADVANTAGE; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturer is seeking a Suspension Systems Engineer to join its Body & Exterior engineering team. This role focuses on the analysis and improvement of wheel alignment and ride height systems, supporting major vehicle programmes through launch phases. You'll work cross-functionally with various teams to ensure quality and efficiency.

Benefits

Opportunity to develop technical expertise

Experience in end-to-end vehicle programme delivery

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in engineering principles.
• Experience with quality/problem-solving tools like 8D and Six Sigma.
• Familiarity with GD&T is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead investigations into wheel alignment and ride height issues.
• Develop plans and issue-resolution strategies.
• Drive resolution of cross-functional chassis-related concerns.

Skills

Mathematical skills

Excel skills

Quality/problem-solving tools

Communication

Self-motivation

Organisational skills

Chassis or suspension system knowledge

Tools

Minitab

CAD visualisation tools

Job description

Suspension Systems Engineer
Location: Gaydon area, Warwickshire
Contract Length: 10 months (likely extension)
Rate: Up to £27 per hour

Sector: Automotive / OEM / Vehicle Engineering
Department: Body & Exteriors / Chassis SystemsA leading automotive manufacturer is seeking a Suspension Systems Engineer to join its Body & Exterior engineering team. This role will focus on the analysis and improvement of wheel alignment and ride height systems, supporting major vehicle programmes through the launch phases. You’ll work cross-functionally with Chassis, Quality, Manufacturing, and Vehicle Integration teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead statistical and capability investigations into wheel alignment and ride height issues.
• Develop robust plans and issue-resolution strategies to meet program gateways.
• Drive the resolution of cross-functional chassis-related concerns using tools like 8D, Six Sigma, and Ishikawa.
• Support Launch Quality Operating Standards (LQOS) through physical build phases.
• Facilitate and lead problem-solving workshops and ensure timely delivery of engineering solutions.

Skills & Experience

• Strong mathematical and Excel skills with a solid foundation in engineering principles.
• Experience using quality/problem-solving tools (e.g., 8D, Six Sigma, Is/Is-Not, Ishikawa).
• Confident communicator with the ability to engage across engineering, launch, and quality teams.
• Self-motivated, well-organised, and capable of working with minimal supervision.
• Familiarity with chassis or suspension system articulation and GD&T is advantageous.
• Experience with Minitab or CAD visualisation tools is beneficial.

Why Apply?

• Join a globally respected OEM at the forefront of vehicle engineering innovation.
• Gain experience in end-to-end vehicle programme delivery and launch quality standards.
• Excellent opportunity to develop technical expertise in suspension systems and cross-functional engineering.

Interested?

Apply now with your updated CV and reach out to Tom Johnson at Certain Advantage - Ref: 78177