Suspension Design & Release Engineer

Groupe SEGULA Technologies SA; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Groupe SEGULA Technologies SA seeks a Suspension Design & Release Engineer responsible for end-to-end design, packaging, and production release of chassis suspension components and subsystems.

Responsibilities include leading CAD modeling, coordinating DVP&R activities, and managing supplier deliverables through key program milestones, with close collaboration across CAE, Vehicle Integration, and Quality teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in automotive chassis suspension design and release.
• Familiarity with design validation processes and DFMEA preferred.
• Ability to coordinate with CAE, V.I., and manufacturing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, packaging, and 3D CAD modeling of suspension components and assemblies.
• Collaborate with Driving Dynamics and Chassis VA teams on K&C models and targets.
• Define and coordinate DVP&R testing at component, sub-system, and vehicle levels.
• Manage supplier deliverables, timelines, and reviews through CAD milestones.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to resolve build issues at prototype facilities and plants.
• Maintain eBOM and lead CNs with proper torque specs.

Skills

System design

Kinematics & dynamics

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

3D CAD modeling

DVP&R

Job description

The Suspension Design & Release Engineer is responsible for the end-to-end design, packaging, engineering development, timing, and production release of chassis suspension components and sub-systems (e.g., control arms, springs, dampers, anti-roll bars, knuckles, and bushings). This role leads component-level execution to satisfy vehicle functional objectives, driving dynamics, durability, and NVH performance across all vehicle development phases—from advanced architecture to full production launch.

Key Responsibilities

• System Design & Packaging: Lead the design, packaging, and 3D CAD modeling of chassis suspension components and assemblies, ensuring proper clearances with surrounding systems (powertrain, brakes, BIW, and steering).

• Kinematics & Dynamics: Collaborate with Driving Dynamics and Chassis Virtual Analysis teams to develop suspension kinematic and compliance (K&C) models and translate vehicle functional objectives into component-level targets.

• Validation & Testing: Manage the Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R), defining and coordinating component-, sub-system-, and vehicle-level testing (durability, fatigue, stiffness, and NVH) with internal labs and Tier-1 suppliers.

• Supplier & Program Management: Author technical source packages/RFQs, manage supplier engineering deliverables, track Tool Kick-Off (TKO) timelines, and lead technical reviews through key program CAD milestones.

• Cross-Functional & Build Support: Coordinate with CAE, Vehicle Integration, Stress Lab, and Quality teams to evaluate structural integrity and resolve build issues at prototype facilities and vehicle assembly plants.

• Change & Documentation Control: Maintain Bill of Materials (eBOM), lead DFMEA updates, process Change Notices (CNs), and establish joint fastener designs and assembly torque specifications.