Ladder Frame Chassis Expert

EDAG; Troy (MI); Sur place; USD 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

EDAG in Michigan is seeking a Ladder Frame Chassis Expert to design and develop the primary structural frame. You will create 3D models and 2D drawings for side rails, crossmembers and body mounts, and optimize frame geometry for vehicle dynamics and payload distribution.

Establish production processes using jigs, fixtures and robotic arc-welding lines; review metrology reports and implement adjustments to meet quality requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering.
• 3–5+ years of professional automotive structural design experience.
• Advanced proficiency in CATIA or NX, FEA software, SPC, and control-chart analysis.
• In-depth knowledge of metallurgy, sheet-metal forming, welding automation systems such as KUKA.
• English (C1-C2).

Responsabilités

• Design and develop the primary structural frame: create 3D models and 2D drawings for side rails, crossmembers, brackets, and body mounts; optimize frame geometry for vehicle dynamics, controlled body flex, and payload distribution
• Establish production processes using jigs, fixtures, and automated robotic arc-welding lines; review metrology reports and implement shimming or process adjustments to meet quality requirements
• Support prototype vehicle builds and execute DV/PV testing; oversee structural durability, torsional rigidity, and proving-ground validation activities
• Lead DFMEA and PFMEA activities and documentation; conduct 8D root-cause analyses of chassis failures and field issues and implement corrective design actions
• Ensure frame structures comply with applicable national and international automotive safety standards, including FMVSS, AIS, and CMVR requirements
• Drive Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VA/VE) initiatives for localization, weight reduction, and cost efficiency without compromising off-road durability

Connaissances

English proficiency (C1-C2)

Formation

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

Outils

CATIA

NX

FEA software

SPC

Control-chart analysis

KUKA welding automation

Description du poste

WHO WE ARE

Working together, growing together, creating new things together: EDAG connects people and the future. Company and workforce share the same vision. With a familiar atmosphere and at the same time the potential of a global world-class development company. You‘ll go your own way in your career at a high level – nationally and internationally. Take your next step and support us as a LADDER FRAME CHASSIS EXPERT.

DESCRIPTION

• Design and develop the primary structural frame: create 3D models and 2D drawings for side rails, crossmembers, brackets, and body mounts; optimize frame geometry for vehicle dynamics, controlled body flex, and payload distribution
• Establish production processes using jigs, fixtures, and automated robotic arc-welding lines; review metrology reports and implement shimming or process adjustments to meet quality requirements
• Support prototype vehicle builds and execute DV/PV testing; oversee structural durability, torsional rigidity, and proving-ground validation activities
• Lead DFMEA and PFMEA activities and documentation; conduct 8D root-cause analyses of chassis failures and field issues and implement corrective design actions
• Ensure frame structures comply with applicable national and international automotive safety standards, including FMVSS, AIS, and CMVR requirements
• Drive Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VA/VE) initiatives for localization, weight reduction, and cost efficiency without compromising off-road durability

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.
• 3–5+ years of professional experience in automotive structural design or vehicle manufacturing
• Advanced proficiency in CAD tools such as CATIA or NX, FEA software, Statistical Process Control (SPC), and control-chart analysis
• In-depth knowledge of metallurgy, sheet-metal forming, welding automation systems such as KUKA, and chassis engineering fundamentals
• English (C1-C2)

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