Job Specifications
Senior Vehicle Chassis Engineer
Carlsbad, California | R+D
Carlsbad, CA – onsite
Reporting to Sr. VP Engineering / Director of Engineering
Required Experience
5 to 7 years of experience in chassis engineering with applications on automotive, or motorcycles and 3-wheeled vehicles
About the role
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The Sr. Chassis Engineer will develop, design, engineer and implement the vehicle chassis system and components for the Aptera solar electric products. This role will be responsible for the technical development, design, engineering, suppliers and components manufacturing and implementation in production of the chassis system.
Focus is on the vehicle suspension, steering system, braking system, chassis frame, and other related chassis components. The Sr Engineer will work closely with engineers and fabricators to bring early-stage concepts to life and help refine designs for manufacturability, assembly, and efficient production of the vehicle. The Sr Engineer will establish, develop, and verify the fundamentals (kinematics, dynamics, stability, braking, steering/cornering, ride, and comfort) of vehicle chassis functions and integration with other vehicle systems.
This role joins a hands-on team that transforms ideas into reality. Offering a collaborative company environment, exciting projects, and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge prototypes that shape future products.
What you'll do
Design, develop, engineer the vehicle suspension system, steering system and braking system and full integration with controls and the other vehicle systems.
Coordinate, create and interpret engineering, CAD models, drawings, specifications as well as interface with suppliers and fabricators providing guidance for installation and in-house verbal instructions to execute builds
Perform analytical studies and calculations, simulations (in-house, or with outside suppliers) to set up the correct functionality of all vehicle chassis systems and components
Work with suppliers on outsourcing and fabrication and manufacturing of the specific components
Lead and collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing and Quality teams to set up the critical functional parameters, installation and control, and interface of the on the chassis systems with the rest of the vehicle
Provide guidance and knowledge of chassis fundamentals with specific application to an advance and innovative 3-wheels vehicle
Identify the key compliance and homologation requirements for the chassis system within overall vehicle prove-out process
Create and lead the design and engineering documentation in accordance with the Company’s systems and processes
Qualifications
Experienced in chassis system design, development, engineering and specific manufacturing processes and assembly for road vehicles
Proficient in CAD modeling (CATIA V5-6), ability to read, interpret and operate CAD models, technical drawings, GD&T, and layout/packaging
Strong attention to detail and commitment to precision craftsmanship
Familiarity with typical chassis components materials and processes with applications to prototyping and production fabrication and assembly
Very experienced and knowledgeable on chassis suspension, steering and barking systems for automotive and/or motorcycles
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with automotive, motorcycle and tri-cycle chassis systems for rod vehicles
Knowledge and experience with chassis system and components calculations, simulations, kinematics, and dynamic behavior
Experience with manufacturing and fabrication processes specific to chassis components: casting, forging, machining. stamping, extrusions, joining, welding, bonding
Familiarity with series production processes and assembly as well as rapid prototyping techniques and additive manufacturing
Team Structure
Individual contributor while collaborating with other teams and individuals, as necessary with potential growth of a chassis systems team
About the Company
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