Design Release Engineer - Chassis System

Overview

Seeking an experienced Chassis Design & Release Engineer with expertise in the design, development, validation, and release of chassis systems including Suspension (Structural & Tunable Components), Steering, Brakes, Wheels & Tires, Pedal Systems, Mounts & Bushings, Corner Modules, and Chassis Accessories. The role involves end-to-end product development, supplier coordination, CAD/PLM management, vehicle integration, validation, and quality improvement activities while ensuring delivery of cost, quality, and timing targets in an automotive OEM/Tier-1 environment. Candidates should possess strong knowledge of vehicle dynamics, durability, NVH, suspension kinematics, and automotive product development processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, validation, and release of Chassis systems and components for current and future vehicle programs.
• Own engineering activities for one or more chassis domains including:
  • Suspension Structural Components (Control Arms, Links, Cradles, Twist Beams, Knuckles, Hub & Bearing Assemblies, Ball Joints, Frames, Fasteners)
  • Suspension Tunable Components (Shock Absorbers, Struts, Springs, Stabilizer Bars, Bushings, Top Mounts, Jounce Bumpers, Corner Modules)
  • Steering Systems
  • Brake Systems
  • Wheels & Tires
  • Pedal Systems
  • Chassis Accessories and Underbody Protection Systems
• Perform component design, CAD development, packaging studies, tolerance analysis, and BOM/PLM management.
• Define system requirements, performance targets, durability objectives, and development plans to meet vehicle quality, cost, weight, and timing targets.
• Manage end-to-end product development activities including requirement definition, supplier selection, technical reviews, design validation, testing, and engineering change management.
• Develop and maintain DFMEA, DVP&R, PFMEA, Control Plans, PPAP documentation, and support product validation activities.
• Support vehicle dynamics, suspension kinematics, wheel alignment, durability, fatigue, NVH, handling, stiffness, and homologation requirements.
• Coordinate with suppliers on design reviews, tooling, manufacturing feasibility, process validation, quality improvements, and production readiness.
• Support prototype, DV, PV, pilot, and production builds, ensuring successful vehicle integration and launch readiness.
• Investigate and resolve design, manufacturing, assembly, field quality, and warranty issues using structured root cause analysis methodologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including CAE, Testing, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Quality, Supplier Quality, Vehicle Integration, and Program Management.
• Drive value engineering, cost optimization, benchmarking, innovation, and supplier development initiatives to achieve program targets.
• Ensure timely delivery of project milestones, quality gates, and program KPIs related to cost, quality, and schedule.

Qualifications

B.E/B.Tech/M.E/M.Tech in Automotive/Mechanical/Production Engg.

Essential skills

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Automotive, or related Engineering discipline.
• 6-8 years of experience in automotive OEM or Tier-1 product development within Chassis systems and components.
• Experience in one or more areas such as Suspension (Structural/Tunable), Steering, Brakes, Wheels & Tires, Pedal Systems, Mounts & Bushings, Corner Modules, or Chassis Accessories.
• Hands-on experience with CATIA/NX, Teamcenter/PLM, BOM management, supplier coordination, and product development processes.
• Strong understanding of vehicle dynamics, suspension kinematics, wheel alignment, durability, fatigue, NVH, handling, stiffness, and chassis system integration.
• Knowledge of DFMEA, DVP&R, PFMEA, PPAP, root cause analysis, manufacturing processes, and validation methodologies.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.

Experience

6- 8 years