Are you an experienced Launch Engineer with a background in Chassis systems and components? This is an opportunity to join a prestigious automotive brand that values innovation, quality, and engineering excellence.
Position Overview:
The Chassis Launch Engineering team is responsible for ensuring the seamless transition of chassis systems and components from development to full-scale production. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in chassis-specific issue management, leading complex root cause analysis, deviation management, and warranty resolution.
As a Chassis Launch Engineer, you will be a key subject matter expert responsible for the structural, suspension, steering, braking, and drivetrain elements of vehicle development. This role demands cross-functional collaboration with Launch Operations, Quality, Engineering, Supplier Development, Manufacturing, and Programme Teams to ensure the chassis system is production-ready.
Key Responsibilities:
* Launch readiness management of chassis system content, ensuring design integrity and manufacturability.
* Validation & sign-off of first-off chassis builds and virtual assessments.
* Chassis Design Review Support – Alignment to Perceived Quality Targets, DFMEA, and Lessons Learnt.
* Torque & Critical Build Recordables Database development for chassis components.
* Validation of chassis-related Quality Targets and perceived quality attributes.
* Chassis-specific Quality Validation Process development and system improvements.
* Rapid response to chassis-specific issues pre-series release – analysis, containment, and resolution.
* Leading Global Root Cause Analysis for chassis-related concerns.
* Management of Global Build Deviation Requests for chassis components and subsystems.
* Stakeholder management for Permanent Corrective Actions affecting chassis performance and durability.
* Chassis warranty analysis – issue tracking, problem-solving, and countermeasure implementation.
* Continuous improvement of QMS systems, processes, and procedures for chassis development.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
* Proven experience in chassis system launches within the automotive industry.
* In-depth knowledge of chassis components (suspension, steering, braking, subframes, powertrain mounting).
* Strong understanding of DFMEA, PFMEA, and Lessons Learnt within chassis development.
* Prior experience in chassis quality assurance, issue resolution, and problem prevention.
* Ability to effectively communicate across all levels of the organisation.
* Comfortable presenting chassis launch status updates in high-level business forums.
* Experience working in high-pressure, reactive environments with tight deadlines.
* Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills for chassis system challenges.
* Ability to work cross-functionally and influence multiple stakeholders in a dynamic environment.
Apply!
If you’re a Launch Engineer with expertise in Chassis systems and components, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now with your CV, and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss the role further.
Note: Unfortunately, VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must have full Right to Work in the UK.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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