The Role
We are seeking a talented and motivated Suspension Design Engineer to join our growing team at the Multimatic Technical Centre Europe (MTCE). You will play a hands-on role in the design, development, and validation of advanced suspension systems and components for a range of high-profile automotive programmes.
From concept through to production, you will be involved in creating innovative design solutions, building and testing prototypes, and supporting our customers with world-class engineering documentation and technical expertise.
Key Responsibilities
- Design & model suspension components and assemblies using Siemens NX CAD software, from initial concept through to production-intent design.
- Create and maintain engineering records, including drawings, bills of materials, and design documentation to the highest standards.
- Plan and conduct physical testing of engineering prototypes, analysing results and feeding findings back into the design process.
- Ensure all components and assemblies meet applicable regulatory, industry, and customer-specific standards.
- Present design solutions and technical reports to both internal stakeholders and external customers.
- Collaborate across multi-disciplinary teams, supporting programme delivery and contributing to continuous improvement (Kaizen) activities.
- Uphold quality management standards (e.g. IATF 16949, ISO 9001) and maintain the highest levels of information security and prototype protection.
Essential Qualifications & Experience
- Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or similar discipline), or equivalent project experience performing engineering design tasks.
- Experience in automotive engineering or a closely related field.
- Strong working knowledge of computer-aided design tools (e.g. CATIA, NX, or SolidWorks).
- Good working knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing ideally to ASME Y14.5)
- Understanding of manufacturing processes relevant to suspension components.
- Working knowledge of failure mode avoidance tools (e.g. DFMEA, PFMEA, Six Sigma).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Must hold a current passport and driving license and be willing to travel as .
Desirable Experience
The following areas of knowledge or experience are highly desirable and will strengthen your application:
- Seals — selection, application, and design for dynamic sealing systems.
- Bearings — specification and integration of bearing systems in rotating or sliding assemblies.
- Material behaviour — understanding of material properties, selection, and behaviour under load and temperature
- Friction — tribology principles and their application in mechanical design.
- Hydraulics — design and understanding of hydraulic systems and fluid power components.
- Electromechanical systems and sensors
What We Offer
- The opportunity to work on world-class automotive and motorsport programmes alongside a highly skilled and passionate team.
- A collaborative, engineering-first culture that values innovation and technical growth.
- Exposure to cutting-edge suspension technologies across a diverse and exciting customer base.
- A supportive environment that encourages professional development and continuous learning.
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If you are interested in this position, apply by sending us your cover letter and resume.
We thank all interested candidates in advance; however, only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
As part of our commitment to ensuring our employment practices are fair, accessible, and inclusive of persons with disabilities, recruitment-related accommodations for disabilities, are available upon request throughout the recruitment and assessment process for applicants with disabilities.
