Chassis Structural Engineer

Ather Energy; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Ather Energy's Vehicle Engineering - Chassis team is seeking a Chassis Structural Engineer to lead development of structural parts for the next generation of scooters, ensuring quality, cost and timing goals through cross-functional collaboration.

You will design frames, swing arms, stands and handlebars, apply DFMEA and GD&T, and work with simulation, production and manufacturing teams to deliver robust structures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering or equivalent.
• 2–5 years of experience in automotive structures design and development.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop primary structural systems including the frame, swing arm, side stand, main stand, footrests, grab handle, wheels and handlebar.
• Manage end-to-end delivery of parts while meeting quality, cost targets, and project timelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as Simulations, Program, Production, and Manufacturing Engineering for seamless part development.
• Establish comprehensive Simulation and Testing Design Verification Plans (DVPs) in coordination with respective departments.
• Analyze testing and simulation results to drive continuous design improvements and structural optimizations.
• Formulate Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) aligned with DVPs to identify and mitigate technical risks.
• Oversee the Engineering BOM and maintain accurate documentation for all structural components.
• Create and update Design Standard documents while documenting lessons learned to enhance the organizational knowledge base.

Skills

CAD proficiency (SolidWorks/NX)

GD&T

DFMEA methodologies

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelors/Masters in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

NX

Job description

Reporting to: Team Lead - Chassis Structures

Team name: Vehicle Engineering

About the Team and the Role:

The Vehicle Engineering - Chassis team at Ather is responsible for the design and development of critical structural systems and components that define the vehicle's integrity and performance.

This role is for a Chassis Structural Engineer who will lead the development of structural parts like frames, swing arms, handlebar and stands, ensuring they meet rigorous quality, cost, and timing benchmarks through cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop primary structural systems including the frame, swing arm, side stand, main stand, footrests, grab handle, wheels and handlebar.
• Manage the end-to-end delivery of parts while ensuring strict adherence to quality standards, cost targets, and project timelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as Simulations, Program, Production, and Manufacturing Engineering for seamless part development.
• Establish comprehensive Simulation and Testing Design Verification Plans (DVPs) in coordination with respective departments.
• Analyze testing and simulation results to drive continuous design improvements and structural optimizations.
• Formulate Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) aligned with DVPs to identify and mitigate technical risks.
• Oversee the Engineering Bill of Materials (BOM) and maintain accurate documentation for all structural components.
• Create and update Design Standard documents while documenting lessons learned to enhance the organizational knowledge base.

Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering or an equivalent degree.
• 2 - 5 years of experience in automotive structures design and development.

Must Have Competencies

• Comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing and assembly philosophies including DFA, DFM, DFS, and DFR.
• Technical expertise in utilizing CAD tools such as Solidworks or NX for complex structural design.
• Application of GD&T, stack-up analysis, and tolerance and fit analysis to ensure engineering precision.
• Execution of DFMEA methodologies to identify potential failure modes during product development.

Good to Have Competencies

• Integration of Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) principles within the product development lifecycle.
• Selection and application of diverse engineering materials based on structural requirements.
• Analysis of structural interactions with integrated vehicle sub-systems.
• Management of engineering projects involving 2 to 4 distinct structural systems.

Want to know more?

At Ather, we’ve built India’s first intelligent scooter, from scratch. Based on the philosophy of clean design and smart technology, we are transforming the urban commute experience. We are expanding in India, and in the coming years, we look forward to scaling up and launching more products globally. Today, our product offerings include the Ather 450X, 450S, 450 Apex, and Rizta. Beyond the product, we are also setting up an extensive charging network and re-imagining end-to-end ownership experience. To know more, check out our Careers site and our Substack.

Be You, With Us

The Ather story doesn't write itself - our people do. We believe everyone is equal, but not the same. Diversity is our strength, and building an inclusive and equitable workplace begins with acknowledging and embracing our differences. We are an equal opportunity employer, and our team reflects a wide range of identities, experiences, and perspectives - all united by a shared passion to shape the Ather journey.