Lead Chassis Systems Engineer - High-Performance Auto

Singer Vehicle Design; Daventry; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Private medical insurance

On-site parking

Free refreshments

Company pension

Company events

Job summary

Singer Vehicle Design in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Chassis Project Engineer to lead the development and integration of chassis systems for reimagined vehicles. The role demands deep technical knowledge, strong project management, and a passion for performance engineering.

The ideal candidate will bring 7+ years in automotive chassis engineering, experience across suspension, steering, braking, wheels, and tyres, and a proven ability to drive concepts from concept to production with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering.
• 7+ years in automotive chassis engineering, preferably high-performance or motorsport.
• Experience in at least two domains: suspension, steering, braking, wheels/tyres.

Responsibilities

• Own the design, development, and integration of chassis systems including suspension, steering, braking, wheels, and tyres.
• Lead chassis-related project deliverables from concept through to production, ensuring alignment with vehicle performance targets, design intent, and manufacturing constraints.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Vehicle Dynamics, Powertrain, Body, and Manufacturing teams to deliver holistic vehicle performance.
• Liaise with suppliers and partners to develop, source, and validate chassis components, with a focus on quality and performance.
• Define and execute DVP activities, including rig testing, track validation, and road testing.
• Drive continuous improvement, pushing boundaries on ride, handling, NVH, and driver engagement.
• Support build phases, prototype testing, issue resolution, and engineering sign-off for all chassis systems.
• Contribute to product innovation and development of future chassis technologies aligned with Singer’s vision.

Skills

Automotive chassis engineering

Vehicle dynamics understanding

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering

Job description

Singer Vehicle Design in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Chassis Project Engineer to lead the development and integration of chassis systems for reimagined vehicles. The role demands deep technical knowledge, strong project management, and a passion for performance engineering.

The ideal candidate will bring 7+ years in automotive chassis engineering, experience across suspension, steering, braking, wheels, and tyres, and a proven ability to drive concepts from concept to production with