Chassis-System Architect

Tata Elxsi, Inc.; Chennai, Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Tata Elxsi is seeking an expert in chassis engineering to translate customer needs into detailed technical specifications for chassis features. You will engage with OEMs to align requirements and oversee the development and validation of chassis control systems.

Collaborating with hardware, software, vehicle integration, and manufacturing teams, you will ensure system-level performance and safety with a strong emphasis on ISO 26262 and cybersecurity considerations.

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of chassis systems including suspension, steering, braking, and vehicle dynamics.
• Expertise in architecture and integration of chassis control systems such as ABS, ESC, active suspension, and steer-by-wire.
• Experience in modeling, simulation, and validation of chassis systems using tools like MATLAB/Simulink, CarSim, or Adams.
• Strong understanding of vehicle dynamics and ride/handling impacts on safety and performance.
• Hands-on calibration of chassis control algorithms for varied driving conditions.
• Familiarity with system-level testing methodologies including HIL, SIL, and vehicle-level validation.
• Knowledge of ISO 26262 functional safety and automotive cybersecurity standards relevant to chassis systems.
• Experience collaborating with hardware, software, and test engineering across global locations.
• Excellent communication and coordination across interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Translate customer needs and market trends into technical specs for chassis features.
• Engage with OEMs to align and finalize technical requirements.
• Oversee development and validation of chassis control systems.
• Collaborate with hardware, software, vehicle integration, and manufacturing teams to ensure system-level performance and quality.

Skills

Chassis systems

Suspension & steering

Vehicle dynamics

Chassis control systems

MATLAB/Simulink

CarSim/ Adams

HIL/SIL testing

ISO 26262

Cybersecurity standards

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

CarSim

Adams

Job description

Tata Elxsi works with leading OEMs and suppliers in the automotive & transportation industries for R&D, Design and Product Engineering Services, right from architecture to launch and beyond. We bring together technologies that accelerate development & testing of connected autonomous and electric cars & off-highway vehicles.

Key Responsibilities:

• Translate customer needs and market trends into technical specifications for chassis features.
• Engage in discussions with OEMs to align and finalize technical requirements.
• Oversee the development and validation of chassis control systems.
• Collaborate with engineering, software, vehicle integration, and manufacturing teams to ensure system-level performance and quality.

Required Skill Set:

• In-depth knowledge of chassis systems, including suspension, steering, braking, and vehicle dynamics.
• Expertise in the architecture and integration of chassis control systems such as ABS, ESC, active suspension, and steer-by-wire.
• Experience in modeling, simulation, and validation of chassis systems using tools like MATLAB/Simulink, CarSim, or Adams.
• Strong understanding of vehicle dynamics, ride and handling characteristics, and their impact on safety and performance.
• Hands-on experience in tuning and calibration of chassis control algorithms for a variety of driving conditions.
• Familiarity with system-level testing methodologies including HIL (Hardware-in-the-Loop), SIL (Software-in-the-Loop), and vehicle-level validation.
• Knowledge of ISO 26262 functional safety and automotive cybersecurity standards relevant to chassis systems.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams including hardware, software, and test engineering across global locations.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to coordinate effectively with interdisciplinary teams in different geographies.