Senior Automotive Chassis Engineer - Design & Validation

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Vor Ort; ZAR 1.200.000 - 1.900.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

WhatJobs Direct in Kimberley, Northern Cape, is seeking a Senior Automotive Chassis Systems Engineer to lead design, development and validation of chassis subsystems, including suspension, steering and braking. You will work with cross-functional teams, mentor engineers, and ensure compliance with industry standards while pushing advanced technologies such as ADAS integration.

A strong background in vehicle dynamics and CAE tools is essential.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in automotive chassis systems engineering.
• Proficiency with CAD software (CATIA, SolidWorks) and CAE tools (ANSYS, ADAMS, MATLAB/Simulink).
• Experience with vehicle dynamics principles and testing methodologies.

Aufgaben

• Lead the design, development, and validation of automotive chassis systems (suspension, steering, braking).
• Define system requirements and technical specifications for chassis components and sub-systems.
• Perform engineering analysis, including structural, kinematic, and dynamic simulations, to optimize performance and durability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless system integration.
• Manage supplier relationships and technical interfaces for chassis components.
• Oversee prototype development, testing, and validation activities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve chassis system issues during development, testing, and production phases.
• Ensure designs comply with automotive industry standards, safety regulations, and performance targets.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and documentation for chassis development projects.
• Stay informed about emerging trends and technologies in automotive chassis design, such as electrification and ADAS integration.

Kenntnisse

Vehicle dynamics

Chassis systems design

Project management

Communication

Team leadership

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree in Automotive Engineering

Tools

CATIA

SolidWorks

ANSYS

ADAMS

MATLAB/Simulink

Jobbeschreibung

WhatJobs Direct in Kimberley, Northern Cape, is seeking a Senior Automotive Chassis Systems Engineer to lead design, development and validation of chassis subsystems, including suspension, steering and braking. You will work with cross-functional teams, mentor engineers, and ensure compliance with industry standards while pushing advanced technologies such as ADAS integration.

A strong background in vehicle dynamics and CAE tools is essential.