Chassis Designer (Suspension and Steering Systems)

Role: Chassis Designer (Suspension and Steering Systems)

Location: Detroit, Michigan

Experience: 6\+ Years

Job Summary

We are looking for skilled

Chassis Designers

with strong knowledge of

Suspension and Steering Systems

. The ideal candidates should have hands-on experience in automotive product design, 3D modeling, drawing creation, and design release activities using

CATIA V5 / CATIA V6

and

Teamcenter

.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop chassis components and assemblies related to frames, braking, suspension, and steering systems.
• Create and modify 3D models, assemblies, and 2D drawings using

CATIA V5 or V6

.

• Work on design concepts, packaging studies, tolerance stack-ups, and design feasibility checks.
• Support engineering change management and product lifecycle activities using

Teamcenter

.

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality, CAE, testing, and suppliers.
• Ensure designs meet customer requirements, industry standards, manufacturability, and serviceability guidelines.
• Prepare and release engineering drawings, BOMs, and related technical documentation.
• Support design reviews, issue resolution, and continuous improvement activities.

Required Skills

• Kinematics \& Dynamics:

Mastery of vehicle dynamics, suspension kinematics (K\&C), steering geometry (Ackermann, bump steer), and load paths.

• CAD \& PLM

: Expert proficiency in

CATIA V5/V6

, alongside data management tools like Teamcenter.

• Materials \& Processes:

Strong knowledge of forged aluminium, high-strength steel stampings, sheet metal fabrication, castings, and elastomeric bush designs.

• Design Engineering:

Complete proficiency in GD\&T, DFMEA, stack-up analysis, DFM/DFA, and DVP\&R creation, engineering drawings, tolerance analysis, and design standards.

• Experience in automotive component design, packaging, and product development lifecycle.
• Ability to work independently and with cross-functional engineering teams.