Principal Engineer / Technical Specialist - Vehicle Dynamics
INT202504
Powertrain Integration
Permanent
Competitive rate, negotiable depending on qualifications and experience
Full Time
Birmingham B37 7YG, UK
About the Role
With the expanding sales market planned for new Changan vehicles we are looking for a Principal Engineer / Technical Specialist in Vehicle Dynamics, to provide expert direction and support to achieve the driving experience expected by UK and European customers. The successful candidate will have a leading role in defining handling, drive comfort and braking targets of Changan products for the West Europe market.
Requirements
Degree in Mechanical, Automotive or equivalent accredited program
3-5 years of Ride and Handling and Kinematics and Compliance experience
Expert knowledge of suspension, steering and braking systems – both passive and active
In depth knowledge of calibration and tuning of suspension, steering, and braking systems – both passive and active
Benchmarking vehicles with respect to Vehicle Dynamics
Generate and cascade targets and best practice processes
Good knowledge of test and simulation techniques associated with suspension, steering system kinematics and compliance as well as full vehicle ride and handling
Ability to analyse simulation and test data (K&C reports) highlighting target achievement and making recommendations for areas of non-compliance
Interact with relevant cross functional business units to establish hardpoints of steering and suspension components required to support the kinematic system requirements
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Able to travel abroad (China and Europe) in support of system testing and development
Duties & Responsibilities
Responsible for handling, drive comfort and braking targets (UK/EU)
Support vehicle dynamics development both in UK and abroad
Support Changan China Vehicle Dynamics Team – provide targets, best practice techniques, training and knowledge transfer to support product and process improvements
Tuning and calibration of region-specific vehicles with respect to Vehicle Dynamic targets
Detailed analysis of K&C reports providing clear direction for component and system changes
Provide detailed reports at senior levels
Other Features
Primary location will be at Birmingham Business Park
Travel may be required but depends on project requirement
Must be eligible to work in the UK
If you are selected for an interview, our recruitment team will contact you directly. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to inform the candidates who are not shortlisted or provide specific feedback.