Suspension Design Engineer

Intellectt Inc; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in powersports is seeking a Suspension Engineer in Minneapolis, MN. This role involves designing front and rear suspension layouts and building kinematic models to enhance vehicle performance. Ideal candidates will have experience in suspension design, strong vehicle dynamics understanding, and familiarity with Siemens NX. Join a dynamic team dedicated to innovative vehicle development in a hands-on environment. Apply now for this exciting opportunity!

Qualifications

• Experience in suspension or chassis design within automotive, powersports, or off-highway vehicles.
• Strong understanding of suspension kinematics and vehicle dynamics principles.
• Hands-on experience with Siemens NX.
• Experience working with large assemblies and system integration.
• Ability to create engineering drawings and release documentation.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop front and rear suspension layouts using Siemens NX.
• Build and analyze kinematic models to evaluate suspension travel and roll center.
• Collaborate closely with vehicle dynamics, testing, and product engineering teams.
• Support development of a standardized suspension design process including CAD workflows, documentation, and guidelines.
• Collaborate with vehicle dynamics, testing, and product engineering teams to meet ride, handling, and durability targets.
• Generate 3D CAD models, 2D drawings, BOMs, and technical reports.

Skills

Suspension design

Vehicle dynamics

Suspension kinematics

CAD workflows

System integration

Engineering drawings

Release documentation

Tools

Siemens NX

Kinematic simulation tools (ADAMS, CarSim, etc.)

Job description

We are looking for a Suspension Engineer to join an exciting vehicle development program with one of our client a global leader in powersports and off-road vehicles. If you’re passionate about vehicle dynamics, suspension kinematics, and chassis design, this is a fantastic opportunity to work on cutting-edge products.

• Design and develop front and rear suspension layouts using Siemens NX
• Build and analyze kinematic models to evaluate:
• Suspension travel
• Roll center
• Other ride & handling performance metrics
• Work within large mechanical assemblies, ensuring proper integration of suspension systems with chassis and body
• Support development of a standardized suspension design process, including CAD workflows, documentation, and guidelines
• Collaborate closely with vehicle dynamics, testing, and product engineering teams to meet ride, handling, and durability targets
• Generate 3D CAD models, 2D drawings, BOMs, and technical reports

✅ Required Skills & Experience

• Experience in suspension or chassis design within automotive, powersports, or off-highway vehicles
• Strong understanding of suspension kinematics and vehicle dynamics principles
• Hands-on experience with Siemens NX
• Experience working with large assemblies and system integration
• Ability to create engineering drawings and release documentation

⭐ Nice to Have

• Experience with vehicle testing or ride & handling development
• Familiarity with kinematic simulation tools (ADAMS, CarSim, etc.)
• Background in ATV, UTV, motorcycle, or off-road vehicle development