Steering Systems Engineer (Hybrid/Onsite, Contract)

Matchtech; North Warwickshire; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech is seeking a Steering Systems Engineer for a contract opportunity in Warwickshire to support the development, integration and validation of steering systems across automotive projects, including defence platforms, with conventional and electrified powertrains. The role sits in a multidisciplinary engineering team delivering high‑performance solutions that meet safety, durability and cost targets.

You will work through the full development lifecycle, from concept and system definition

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical, Automotive or Systems Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience in vehicle systems engineering, steering system development or chassis engineering.
• Knowledge of mechanical steering, electric power steering and steering system fundamentals.
• Knowledge of steering geometry and vehicle dynamics principles, including steering feel, response and stability.
• Experience supporting vehicle testing, validation activities, requirements management and DVP&R documentation.
• Familiarity with engineering drawings, GD&T, CAD tools and engineering documentation.
• Understanding of FMEA, DFMEA, 8D and structured engineering problem-solving methods.
• Ability to analyse engineering data, prepare technical reports and communicate findings clearly.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, development and integration of mechanical and electric power steering systems.
• Contribute to system requirements, specifications and performance targets.
• Translate customer and engineering requirements into effective system solutions.
• Ensure steering system designs meet applicable standards, regulations and customer requirements.
• Support system integration, validation, testing and production activities.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks, design issues and performance concerns.
• Coordinate with suppliers of steering components and systems.
• Apply structured problem-solving methods, including 8D and fault tree analysis, to support root cause investigations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of steering system design and validation processes.

Skills

Vehicle systems engineering

Steering system development

Chassis engineering

Power steering knowledge

Data analysis & reporting

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Automotive or Systems Engineering

Tools

CATIA

NX

Creo

Job description

Matchtech is seeking a Steering Systems Engineer for a contract opportunity in Warwickshire to support the development, integration and validation of steering systems across automotive projects, including defence platforms, with conventional and electrified powertrains. The role sits in a multidisciplinary engineering team delivering high‑performance solutions that meet safety, durability and cost targets.

You will work through the full development lifecycle, from concept and system definition