Principal Vehicle & Suspension Design Engineer — Hybrid Contract

Matchtech Group; West Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech Group is seeking an experienced Principal Design Engineer for a contract role in the West Midlands. You will lead a global mechanical design team to develop vehicle and suspension engineering solutions from concept to production, ensuring alignment with client requirements.

You will supervise designers, perform 2D detailing and tolerance analysis, interpret FEA/CFD results, and ensure designs meet DFMA and durability targets. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Degree-level qualification in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
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Responsibilities

• Lead the concept and definitive 3D mechanical design of vehicle systems and assemblies.
• Lead a team of mechanical designers delivering specific mechanical systems or products.
• Complete detailed mechanical design activities including basic stress calculations, FMEAs, 2D detailing and tolerance stacks.
• Collaborate with FEA and simulation teams to meet validation requirements.
• Ensure DFMA-aligned designs with manufacturing and process engineers.
• Manage Bills of Materials and prepare technical reports and documentation.
• Co-ordinate with suppliers and internal engineering teams to respond to customer requirements.
• Take project leadership, mentor design engineers and lead small to medium teams.

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA V5

Windchill PLM

2D Drafting

GD&T

Job description

Matchtech Group is seeking an experienced Principal Design Engineer for a contract role in the West Midlands. You will lead a global mechanical design team to develop vehicle and suspension engineering solutions from concept to production, ensuring alignment with client requirements.

You will supervise designers, perform 2D detailing and tolerance analysis, interpret FEA/CFD results, and ensure designs meet DFMA and durability targets. Travel may be required.