Senior Chassis Systems Engineer – On-Site (Nelspruit)

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonus structure

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Generous paid time off and holidays

Career development opportunities

Access to advanced testing facilities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Automotive Chassis Systems Engineer for an on-site role in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, ZA. You will lead the design, development, and integration of chassis systems, collaborating with dynamics, testing, and manufacturing teams to deliver robust, high-performance solutions.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in automotive chassis design, strong CAD/CAE proficiency (CATIA, SolidWorks, ANSYS), and experience with DVP&R and DFMEA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in automotive chassis systems design and development.
• Proficiency with CAD/CAE tools (CATIA, SolidWorks, ANSYS).
• Experience with DVP&R and DFMEA.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and integration of automotive chassis systems, including suspension, steering, and braking components.
• Define system requirements and translate them into detailed design specifications.
• Perform complex engineering analysis, including FEA, for structural and dynamic performance.
• Collaborate with vehicle dynamics specialists to achieve target ride and handling characteristics.
• Work closely with manufacturing and supply chain teams to ensure designs are producible and cost-effective.
• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans for chassis components and systems.
• Analyze test data and vehicle performance feedback to implement design improvements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to chassis performance, durability, and NVH.
• Stay informed about the latest advancements in chassis technology and materials.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the technical growth of the chassis engineering department.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA

SolidWorks

ANSYS

MSC Nastran

DVP&R

DFMEA

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Automotive Chassis Systems Engineer for an on-site role in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, ZA. You will lead the design, development, and integration of chassis systems, collaborating with dynamics, testing, and manufacturing teams to deliver robust, high-performance solutions.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in automotive chassis design, strong CAD/CAE proficiency (CATIA, SolidWorks, ANSYS), and experience with DVP&R and DFMEA.