Chassis Design Engineer
Harlow Recruitment
About this position:
My client are looking for a Design Engineer to support the design and development of a number of significant components and systems related to bodywork, lighting and seating. You will have responsibility for the design and development of parts to production-level design.
Responsibilities:
- Designing quality components and systems for new class leading motorcycles
- Creating high quality CAD models, assemblies and technical drawings (including definition of datums and accurate use of GD&T) to company standards
- Ensuring timely release of all components and design changes in keeping with project timeline
- Incorporation of DFA/DFM/DFMEA learning into component design
- Successfully communicating and working with key internal departments and suppliers to ensure quality design and feasibility
- Following and policing company, departmental and quality policies
- Ensuring application of relevant industry standards and benchmarking of competitor components
- Presenting design data in reviews with management across the company
- Attending and inputting into the engineering reviews and discussions
- Assisting with technical questions and engineering support
- Sharing and communication of technical knowledge including creating and maintaining department procedures
Experience Required:
- Understand engineering fundamentals in the design and development of components and assemblies
- Risk identification and mitigation
- Mechanical Engineering Degree with a grade of 2:1 or above
- Practical hands-on engineering and mechanical experience
- Pro-E or CREO experience is preferred but not essential
- An understanding of motorcycle chassis design and its interaction with powertrain and electronics