Principal Suspension Design Engineer

Principal Suspension Design Engineer

The Opportunity

We're seeking a hands-on Principal Suspension Design Engineer to lead the design, development and validation of advanced suspension and damper systems for high-profile programmes.

This is a senior technical role combining practical design engineering with technical leadership, remaining actively involved in CAD, engineering calculations, problem-solving, prototype builds and testing.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver hands-on suspension and damper design from concept to production.
• Produce and review 3D CAD models, engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Conduct design calculations, technical reviews and engineering validation.
• Support prototype builds, testing, root-cause analysis and design improvements.
• Drive R&D, innovation and continuous improvement.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to other engineers.
• Collaborate with customers and cross-functional teams to resolve complex engineering challenges.

Essential Experience

• Engineering degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 10+ years' automotive engineering experience, ideally in suspension, dampers or chassis systems.
• Strong hands-on CAD skills, preferably Siemens NX, and GD&T knowledge.
• Experience with manufacturing processes, DFMEA, testing and validation.
• Strong technical problem-solving and communication skills.

Knowledge of hydraulics, seals, bearings, tribology, materials or FEA would be advantageous.

What's on Offer?

• Work on exciting programmes.
• Remain hands-on while influencing technical direction.
• Lead engineering innovation and product development.