Automotive Mechanical Engineer (Chassis Design)

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Salary with bonuses

Medical and dental cover

Retirement savings plan

Professional development

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking an Automotive Mechanical Engineer (Chassis Design) for our client in Pretoria, Gauteng. You will contribute to the full design lifecycle, from concept to validation, focusing on advanced chassis systems for superior dynamics and safety.

The role requires 4–6 years of automotive chassis design experience, strong CAD/FEA proficiency, and collaboration with NVH, vehicle dynamics, and manufacturing teams. Hybrid work setup offered in Pretoria.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• 4–6 years of automotive chassis design and development experience.
• Strong CAD skills in CATIA V5/V6, SolidWorks, NX.
• Experience with FEA tools such as ANSYS/Abaqus.

Aufgaben

• Design and develop automotive chassis components and systems (suspension, steering, braking).
• Create detailed 3D CAD models and 2D drawings.
• Perform structural and fatigue analysis via FEA software.
• Collaborate with NVH, vehicle dynamics, and manufacturing teams.
• Define performance requirements and validation plans for chassis systems.
• Support prototypes and testing, analyze results and implement improvements.
• Ensure designs meet safety standards and cost targets.

Kenntnisse

Vehicle dynamics

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Ausbildung

Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA V5/V6

SolidWorks

NX

ANSYS

Abaqus

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and innovative automotive manufacturing company, is seeking a talented Automotive Mechanical Engineer with a specialization in Chassis Design to join their team in Pretoria, Gauteng. This role is crucial for the development of advanced chassis systems that ensure superior vehicle dynamics, safety, and comfort. The successful candidate will be involved in the entire design lifecycle, from concept generation and detailed design to simulation, testing, and validation. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on next-generation vehicle platforms and contribute significantly to the company's reputation for engineering excellence. We are looking for an engineer who is passionate about automotive mechanics and possesses a strong analytical mindset.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop automotive chassis components and systems, including suspension, steering, and braking systems.
• Create detailed 3D CAD models and 2D drawings using industry-standard software (e.g., CATIA, SolidWorks).
• Perform structural analysis, durability testing, and kinematic simulations using FEA and other tools.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including NVH engineers, vehicle dynamics specialists, and manufacturing engineers.
• Define performance requirements and validation plans for chassis systems.
• Support prototype builds and testing, analyzing results, and implementing design improvements.
• Ensure designs meet regulatory requirements, safety standards, and cost targets.
• Investigate and resolve design-related issues throughout the product development cycle.
• Stay updated on emerging chassis technologies and manufacturing processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in automotive chassis design and development.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., CATIA V5/V6, SolidWorks, NX).
• Experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus) for structural and fatigue analysis.
• Knowledge of vehicle dynamics principles and suspension kinematics.
• Familiarity with automotive materials and manufacturing processes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and manage multiple projects.
• Good communication and presentation skills.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary package commensurate with experience, along with performance bonuses.
• Employees receive comprehensive medical and dental coverage, as well as retirement savings plans.
• Opportunities for professional development are encouraged through internal training programs and external workshops.
• The company provides a dynamic work environment with a focus on innovation and collaboration, offering a stable career path in the automotive sector.
• This hybrid role allows for flexibility while ensuring essential on-site collaboration.